Volvo VNM problems by model year

Every Volvo VNM model year

Volvo VNM recalls

• Recall 17V536000Aug 29, 2017470 vehiclesModel years 2016

  Risk: If the tie rod loosens, it may disconnect from the steering knuckle, causing a complete loss of steering, increasing the risk of a crash.

• Recall 16V928000Dec 22, 20165,547 vehiclesModel years 2013–2017

  Risk: If the brake system becomes contaminated, braking performance could be affected, increasing the risk of a crash.

• Recall 16V927000Dec 22, 201616 vehiclesModel years 2017

  Risk: Overloaded front wheel hubs can result in premature failure of the hubs, bearings, and the related components, which can cause the front hub assembly to separate from the front axle. Because of this, the driver may lose control of the vehicle or parts may be dropped on the road, increasing the risk of a crash.

• Recall 16V467000Jun 27, 2016129 vehiclesModel years 2013

  Risk: The improperly heat treated axles may fracture, resulting in a loss of vehicle control and increasing the risk of a crash.

• Recall 16V095000Feb 19, 20162,053 vehiclesModel years 2016

  Risk: Failure of the ball joint may cause separation of the socket and a complete loss of steering, increasing the risk of a crash.

• Recall 16V097000Feb 17, 201618,116 vehiclesDo not driveModel years 2016–2017

  Risk: Separation of the steering shaft will result in complete loss of steering which may lead to a vehicle crash.

• Recall 15V643000Oct 13, 2015669 vehiclesModel years 2011–2013

  Risk: If the fifth wheel and locking mechanism are sufficiently damaged, the locking mechanism may fail to operate as intended and the trailer may unexpectedly detach from the tractor, increasing the risk of a crash.

• Recall 15V524000Aug 17, 20152,854 vehiclesModel years 2012–2015

  Risk: If the brake handle does return to the off position, the trailer service brakes may drag causing the wheel end to overheat and potentially cause a wheel end fire or tire blowout. Either condition increases the risk of a crash.

• Recall 15V274000May 11, 2015185 vehiclesModel years 2012–2016

  Risk: If engine oil comes into contact with a hot surface, there could be an increased risk of a fire.

• Recall 14V739000Nov 18, 20146,234 vehiclesModel years 2014–2015

  Risk: If the drivetrain does not re-engage, the vehicle's stopping distance may be lengthened, increasing the risk of a crash.

• Recall 14V555000Sep 11, 20143,175 vehiclesModel years 2014–2015

  Risk: If the disc brake caliper detaches from the backing plate it can affect the brakes to that particular wheel causing the vehicle to "pull" to the left or right, increasing the risk of a crash.

• Recall 14V356000Jun 20, 20141,025 vehiclesModel years 2014–2015

  Risk: If the active braking feature becomes disabled, the vehicle may not automatically activate the brakes as intended when the enhanced cruise control system is in use, thereby increasing the risk of a crash.

• Recall 14V139000Mar 24, 2014426 vehiclesModel years 2013–2014

  Risk: The improper operation of the sensor could induce elevated exhaust temperatures or flames from the exhaust pipe, increasing the risk of a vehicle fire or burn injury to a person near the exhaust pipe.

• Recall 13V618000Nov 29, 20135,486 vehiclesModel years 2014

  Risk: If the latch plate remains partially engaged after the button is pressed, egress from the vehicle could be hindered which would increase the risk of injury in the event of an emergency.

• Recall 13V349000Aug 13, 201317,824 vehiclesModel years 2011–2012

  Risk: Inoperable wipers may result in poor driver visibility, increasing the risk of a crash.

• Recall 13V268000Jun 26, 201323,056 vehiclesModel years 2007–2014

  Risk: Without a signal to disengage the clutch when the brakes are applied, the distance required to stop the truck may lengthen, increasing the risk of a crash.

• Recall 13V102000Mar 21, 20135,207 vehiclesModel years 2012–2014

  Risk: Loose or chafed cables may lead to overheating of the battery cable and switch which may result in a fire.

• Recall 12V036000Feb 1, 201221,625 vehiclesModel years 2011–2013

  Risk: Inadvertent brake application can cause the brakes to overheat and lead to a fire. Inadvertent brake application can cause the wheels to lock-up leading the driver to lose control of the vehicle, increasing the risk of a crash.

• Recall 11V460000Sep 1, 2011299 vehiclesModel years 2011–2012

  Risk: If the driver drives away with a trailer that is not properly coupled, the trailer can come loose and potentially result in a vehicle crash.

• Recall 11V294000May 20, 2011341 vehiclesModel years 2012

  Risk: This can result in seam weld fracture when torque is applied. Once the tube seam weld is fractured, the driveline may become inoperable, which may result in a disabled vehicle or debris from the driveline falling onto the roadway, both of which can increase the risk of a crash.

• Recall 11V265000May 3, 20112,765 vehiclesModel years 2012

  Risk: Slack adjusters with this flow notch could crack under normal braking conditions causing loss of braking which could result in a vehicle crash.

• Recall 10V492000Oct 12, 20101,926 vehiclesModel years 2008–2011

  Risk: The misinformation on these labels could lead to a vehicle overloading that can increase risk of a crash.

• Recall 10V282000Jun 24, 201063,788 vehiclesModel years 2005–2006

  Risk: Ball socket separation at the drag link results in complete loss of steering, and therefore can result in a vehicle crash.

Source: U.S. National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) Office of Defects Investigation public data. Complaints are submitted by owners and are not verified by NHTSA or by us; a complaint does not prove a defect exists. Methodology