Every 2018 Volvo VNL recall
Each campaign as NHTSA published it: what is wrong, what can happen, and the fix. Newest first.
Equipment · NHTSA 20V384000
Jan 7, 2020Equipment:Other:Labels
- Problem
- Volvo Trucks North America (Volvo) is recalling certain 2018-2021 VNL and VNR buses. The Gross Axle Weight Rating (GAWR) for the rear drive axles stated on the Federal Certification Label exceeds the rating of the wheel hubs. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of 49 CFR Part 567, "Certification."
- Risk
- If the rear axles are overloaded, over time the wheel hubs may fail prematurely, increasing the risk of a crash.
- Fix
- Volvo will notify owners and send corrected replacement labels, free of charge. The recall began August 18, 2020. Owners may contact Volvo customer service at 1-800-528-6586. Volvo's number for this recall is RVXX2002.
Full recall details for 20V384000 →Structure · NHTSA 19V208000
Mar 18, 2019Structure:Body
- Problem
- Volvo Trucks North America (Volvo Trucks) is recalling certain 2018-2020 VNL and VNX vehicles configured as 740 and 760 sleeper models. The sleeper bunk window may detach and fall from the vehicle.
- Risk
- If a window detaches from the vehicle, it may strike another vehicle or pedestrian, increasing the risk of a crash or injury.
- Fix
- Volvo Trucks has notified owners, and dealers will replace the window hinge, free of charge. Owners were notified of the recall on April 8, 2019 and will be sent a second notice when the remedy parts are available. The recall began August 21, 2019. Owners may contact Volvo Trucks customer service at 1-800-528-6586. Volvo Trucks' number for this recall is RVXX1902.
Full recall details for 19V208000 →Electrical System · NHTSA 19V509000
Feb 7, 2019Electrical System:Wiring:Fuses and Circuit Breakers
- Problem
- Volvo Trucks North America (Volvo Trucks) is recalling certain 2018-2020 VAH, VHD, VNL, and VNR vehicles. The fuse in the transmission circuit may blow, preventing the transmission from shifting.
- Risk
- If the fuse blows the transmission may not shift, increasing the risk of a crash.
- Fix
- Volvo Trucks will notify owners, and dealers will inspect and replace the fuse, if necessary, free of charge. The recall began August 7, 2019. Owners may contact Volvo Trucks customer service at 1-800-528-6586. Volvo Truck's number for this recall is RVXX1903.
Full recall details for 19V509000 →Power Train · NHTSA 19V032000
Jan 14, 2019Power Train:Clutch Assembly
- Problem
- Volvo Trucks North America (Volvo) is recalling certain 2018-2019 Volvo VNL vehicles equipped with an automated manual transmission. An internal component in the clutch assembly may fail, possibly resulting in unintended vehicle movement.
- Risk
- Unintended vehicle movement can increase the risk of a crash.
- Fix
- Volvo has notified owners and dealers will update the Transmission Control Module software, free of charge. The recall began February 1, 2019. Owners can contact Volvo customer service at 1-800-528-6586. Volvo's number for this recall is RVXX1901.
Full recall details for 19V032000 →Engine and Engine Cooling · NHTSA 18V668000
Sep 25, 2018Engine and Engine Cooling:Engine:Diesel
- Problem
- Volvo Trucks North America (Volvo) is recalling certain 2016-2019 Volvo VNL trucks equipped with Cummins ISX15 diesel engines. In certain driving conditions, such as on a long down-hill grade, the fuel line may burst if the fuel pump cooling circuit screen becomes restricted.
- Risk
- If the fuel line bursts, fuel may leak onto the road resulting in a roadway hazard for other motorists. The engine may also stall without warning, resulting in the vehicle's inability to restart, increasing the risk of a crash.
- Fix
- Cummins will notify owners, and dealers will replace the single screen filter banjo bolt will be replaced with a dual screen filter banjo bolt, free of charge. The recall began November 21, 2018. Owners may contact Volvo customer service at 1-800-528-6586. Volvo's number for this recall is RVXX1802.
Full recall details for 18V668000 →
2018 Volvo VNL complaints and service bulletins
Owners filed 8 complaints with NHTSA about the 2018 Volvo VNL, reporting 1 crashes, 1 injuries. Volvo has issued at least 249 technical service bulletins (repair instructions to dealers) for this model year. Complaints are unverified owner reports; a recall is the manufacturer’s admission of a safety defect.
Most-reported components
- Power Train3
- Steering2
- Vehicle Speed Control2
- Air Bags1
- Electrical System1
- Engine1
Service bulletins by component
- Engine and Engine Cooling (80)
- Electrical System (74)
- Equipment (40)
- Power Train (25)
- Engine (18)
- Fuel System, Gasoline (15)
Read Volvo VNL owner complaints and bulletins, every year
What people reported
Owners have filed 8 complaints with NHTSA about the 2018 Volvo VNL. A few in their own words, shortened. Complaints are unverified and are not proof of a defect or of any recall.
Injury reportedCrash
“A PRIOR WRECK HAPPEN SEMI TRUCK TRAILER CROSS MEDIAN AND LAY OVER BLOCKING ALL MY LANES IN THE DARK ON 09/10/18 TIME 0040 HRS RAINING WIPER ON .”
2018 VOLVO VNLSep 24, 2018
Complaint filed with NHTSA, not verified by the agency · NHTSA complaint 11131041
“The contact owns a Volvo 2018 VNL64 Commercial vehicle. The contact stated that the vehicle would shut down while driving at various speeds. There was no further information provided.”
2018 VOLVO VNLFeb 21, 2023
Complaint filed with NHTSA, not verified by the agency · NHTSA complaint 11508399
“The contact owns a 2018 Volvo VNL Truck. The contact stated while driving at various speeds, the vehicle was lunging forward and failed to properly respond while depressing the accelerator pedal. There was no additional information provided.”
2018 VOLVO VNLFeb 21, 2023
Complaint filed with NHTSA, not verified by the agency · NHTSA complaint 11508392
“The contact owns a 2018 Volvo VNL. The contact stated that while approaching a stop, the clutch failed to disengage. The contact also stated that after decelerating, he depressed the accelerator pedal and the vehicle rolled back.”
2018 VOLVO VNLJan 3, 2023
Complaint filed with NHTSA, not verified by the agency · NHTSA complaint 11499899
“ENGINE WORKING NOT PROPERLY AND SHAKING!!!ITS HAPPENED IN 2019 !!! NOW THE SAME PROBLEM AGAIN!!!”
2018 VOLVO VNLMar 19, 2020
Complaint filed with NHTSA, not verified by the agency · NHTSA complaint 11318728
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