There have been 45 safety recalls for the Volvo VNM. The most recent recalls are shown below. Table 1 and Table 2 show the historical recalls and the recall statistics by the model year of the Volvo VNM.
If the tie rod loosens, it may disconnect from the steering knuckle, causing a complete loss of steering, increasing the risk of a crash.
| Recalled Vehicles: 2016 Volvo VNL, 2016 Volvo VNM |
| Component: STEERING |
| Recall Summary: Volvo trucks north America (Volvo) is recalling certain 2016 Volvo vnl and vnm trucks equipped with certain dana spicer d-series and e-series steer axles. The castellated nut on the steer axles may not be properly torqued, allowing the tie rod to loosen. ... Details of this recall 🔎 |
If the brake system becomes contaminated, braking performance could be affected, increasing the risk of a crash.
| Recalled Vehicles: 2013 Volvo VNL, 2014 Volvo VNL, 2015 Volvo VNL, 2016 Volvo VNL, 2017 Volvo VNL, 2013 Volvo VNM, 2014 Volvo VNM, 2015 Volvo VNM, 2016 Volvo VNM, 2017 Volvo VNM, 2017 Volvo VNX |
| Component: SERVICE BRAKES, AIR |
| Recall Summary: Volvo trucks north America (Volvo) is recalling certain model year 2013-2017 vnl and vnm trucks and certain model year 2017 vnx trucks. In the affected vehicles, incorrect software for controlling the electronic air dryer may result in oil and water contaminating the brake system. ... Details of this recall 🔎 |
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.
| Recalled Vehicles: 2017 Volvo VHD, 2017 Volvo VNL, 2017 Volvo VNM |
| Component: SUSPENSION:FRONT:HUB |
| Recall Summary: Volvo trucks north America (Volvo) is recalling certain 2017 Volvo vhd, vnl, and vnm trucks manufactured February 19, 2016, to June 21, 2016. The affected vehicles were built with front wheel hubs that cannot support the gross axle weight rating of the front axle. ... Details of this recall 🔎 |
The improperly heat treated axles may fracture, resulting in a loss of vehicle control and increasing the risk of a crash.
| Recalled Vehicles: 2013 Volvo VNL, 2013 Volvo VNM |
| Component: STEERING |
| Recall Summary: Volvo trucks north America, (Volvo) is recalling certain model year 2013 vnm and vnl trucks manufactured April 16, 2012, to may 4, 2012. These vehicles are equipped with certain meritor ff967 non-drive front steer axles that may have been incorrectly heat treated. ... Details of this recall 🔎 |
Separation of the steering shaft will result in complete loss of steering which may lead to a vehicle crash.
| Recalled Vehicles: 2016 Volvo VNL, 2017 Volvo VNL, 2016 Volvo VNM, 2017 Volvo VNM, 2016 Volvo VNX, 2017 Volvo VNX |
| Component: STEERING |
| Recall Summary: Volvo trucks north America (Volvo) is recalling certain model year 2016-2017 vnl, vnx, and vnm trucks manufactured from may 11, 2015, through April 18, 2016. The trucks may have been manufactured without a roll pin on the steering shafts.... Details of this recall 🔎 |
Failure of the ball joint may cause separation of the socket and a complete loss of steering, increasing the risk of a crash.
| Recalled Vehicles: 2016 Volvo VNL, 2016 Volvo VNM, 2009 Volvo VT, 2010 Volvo VT |
| Component: SUSPENSION:FRONT:CONTROL ARM:UPPER BALL JOINT |
| Recall Summary: Volvo trucks north America (Volvo) is recalling certain model year 2009-2010 vt trucks manufactured from April 9, 2008, through September 24, 2009, and certain 2016 model vnl and vnm trucks manufactured from January 2, 2015, through to November 6, 2015.... Details of this recall 🔎 |
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.
| Recalled Vehicles: 2011 Volvo VAH, 2012 Volvo VAH, 2013 Volvo VAH, 2011 Volvo VNL, 2012 Volvo VNL, 2013 Volvo VNL, 2011 Volvo VNM, 2012 Volvo VNM, 2013 Volvo VNM |
| Component: TRAILER HITCHES:FIFTH WHEEL ASSEMBLY |
| Recall Summary: Volvo trucks north America (Volvo) is recalling certain model year 2011-2013 vnl and vnm trucks manufactured June 21, 2010, to December 14, 2012. The affected trucks are equipped with fontaine ultra lt fifth wheel connectors, which, due to cumulative damage to the fifth wheel and its locking ... Details of this recall 🔎 |
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.
| Recalled Vehicles: 2012 Volvo VNL, 2013 Volvo VNL, 2014 Volvo VNL, 2015 Volvo VNL, 2012 Volvo VNM, 2013 Volvo VNM, 2014 Volvo VNM, 2015 Volvo VNM |
| Component: SERVICE BRAKES |
| Recall Summary: Volvo trucks north America (Volvo) is recalling certain model year 2012-2015 vnl and vnm trucks manufactured may 31, 2011, to December 1, 2014. In the affected trucks, the trailer hand brake handle may not to return to the off position due to being restricted by the cut out in the trim panel. ... Details of this recall 🔎 |
If engine oil comes into contact with a hot surface, there could be an increased risk of a fire.
| Recalled Vehicles: 2012 Volvo VNM, 2013 Volvo VNM, 2014 Volvo VNM, 2015 Volvo VNM, 2016 Volvo VNM |
| Component: ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE |
| Recall Summary: Volvo trucks north America (Volvo) is recalling certain model year 2012-2016 vnm trucks manufactured March 21, 2011, to April 30, 2015. Excessive engine crankcase pressures may cause the 90-degree elbow of the vent tube assembly to detach from the crankcase ventilation breather, possibly allowing ... Details of this recall 🔎 |
If the drivetrain does not re-engage, the vehicle's stopping distance may be lengthened, increasing the risk of a crash.
| Recalled Vehicles: 2012 Volvo VHD, 2014 Volvo VHD, 2015 Volvo VHD, 2012 Volvo VNL, 2013 Volvo VNL, 2014 Volvo VNL, 2015 Volvo VNL, 2014 Volvo VNM, 2015 Volvo VNM |
| Component: POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION |
| Recall Summary: Volvo trucks north America (Volvo) is recalling certain model year 2012, 2014-2015 vhd, 2012-2015 vnl, and 2014-2015 vnm trucks manufactured June 16, 2011, to August 18, 2014, and equipped with the eco-roll option.... Details of this recall 🔎 |
| Date | Component | Vehicle Affected |
|---|---|---|
| Aug. 29, 2017 | Steering | 470 |
| Dec. 22, 2016 | Air Brake | 5,547 |
| Dec. 22, 2016 | Suspension:front:hub | 16 |
| Jun. 27, 2016 | Steering | 129 |
| Feb. 19, 2016 | Suspension:front:control Arm:upper Ball Joint | 2,053 |
| Feb. 17, 2016 | Steering | 18,116 |
| Oct. 13, 2015 | Trailer Hitches:fifth Wheel Assembly | 669 |
| Aug. 17, 2015 | Service Brakes | 2,854 |
| May. 11, 2015 | Engine And Engine Cooling:engine | 185 |
| Nov. 18, 2014 | Power Train:automatic Transmission | 6,234 |
| Sep. 11, 2014 | Service Brakes, Air:disc:caliper | 3,175 |
| Jun. 20, 2014 | Forward Collision Avoidance: Crash Imminent Braking | 1,025 |
| Mar. 24, 2014 | Engine And Engine Cooling:engine | 426 |
| Nov. 29, 2013 | Seat Belt | 5,486 |
| Aug. 13, 2013 | Visibility/wiper | 17,824 |
| Jun. 26, 2013 | Power Train:clutch Assembly | 23,056 |
| Mar. 21, 2013 | Electrical System:battery | 5,207 |
| Feb. 1, 2012 | Service Brakes, Air:supply:check Valve | 21,625 |
| Sep. 1, 2011 | Trailer Hitches:fifth Wheel Assembly | 299 |
| May. 20, 2011 | Power Train:driveline | 341 |
| May. 3, 2011 | Service Brakes, Air:slack Adjusters | 2,765 |
| Oct. 12, 2010 | Equipment:other:labels | 1,926 |
| Jun. 24, 2010 | Steering:linkages:link:drag:connection | 63,788 |
| May. 21, 2009 | Visibility:windshield Wiper/washer:motor | 127,764 |
| Dec. 14, 2007 | Electrical System:fuses And Circuit Breakers | 104,845 |
| Nov. 19, 2007 | Steering:gear Box (other Than Rack And Pinion) | 2,054 |
| Oct. 23, 2007 | Trailer Hitches:fifth Wheel Assembly | 6,519 |
| Sep. 10, 2007 | Structure:body:hood:hinge And Attachments | 956 |
| Aug. 7, 2007 | Diesel Fuel System | 677 |
| Jul. 24, 2007 | Steering | 9,102 |
| Mar. 16, 2007 | Power Train:axle Assembly | 84 |
| Oct. 11, 2006 | Power Train:driveline | 3,842 |
| Jan. 26, 2006 | Engine And Engine Cooling:exhaust System | 33,102 |
| Nov. 2, 2005 | Wheel | 1,376 |
| Aug. 1, 2005 | Equipment:other:labels | 958 |
| Oct. 8, 2003 | Electrical System:starter Assembly | 176 |
| May. 30, 2003 | Trailer Hitches:fifth Wheel Assembly | 1,275 |
| May. 28, 2003 | Suspension:front | 433 |
| Sep. 9, 2002 | Exterior Lighting:tail Lights:switch | 5,532 |
| Apr. 11, 2002 | Service Brakes, Air:antilock | 208 |
| Feb. 11, 2002 | Service Brakes, Air:supply:check Valve | 1,814 |
| Jan. 15, 2002 | Exterior Lighting | 184 |
| Aug. 22, 2000 | Service Brakes, Air:antilock | 18,362 |
| May. 19, 1998 | Wheels:rim | 3,065 |
| Nov. 17, 1997 | Suspension:front:wheel Bearing | 923 |
| Model | # Recalls |
|---|---|
| 2017 Volvo VNM | 3 |
| 2016 Volvo VNM | 5 |
| 2015 Volvo VNM | 6 |
| 2014 Volvo VNM | 10 |
| 2013 Volvo VNM | 9 |
| 2012 Volvo VNM | 10 |
| 2011 Volvo VNM | 6 |
| 2010 Volvo VNM | 2 |
| 2009 Volvo VNM | 2 |
| 2008 Volvo VNM | 10 |
| 2007 Volvo VNM | 8 |
| 2006 Volvo VNM | 6 |
| 2005 Volvo VNM | 6 |
| 2004 Volvo VNM | 6 |
| 2003 Volvo VNM | 7 |
| 2002 Volvo VNM | 6 |
| 2001 Volvo VNM | 9 |
| 2000 Volvo VNM | 5 |
| 1999 Volvo VNM | 4 |
| 1998 Volvo VNM | 5 |
| 1997 Volvo VNM | 5 |
| 1996 Volvo VNM | 1 |
| 1995 Volvo VNM | 1 |
| 1994 Volvo VNM | 1 |
| 1993 Volvo VNM | 1 |
| 1992 Volvo VNM | 1 |
| 1991 Volvo VNM | 1 |
| 1990 Volvo VNM | 1 |