No complaints are listed for the 2012 Volvo VAH. NHTSA's API and bulk file list none in this build.
Data build 2026-10-08.
NHTSA lists this vehicle as VOLVO VAH.
Model-generated complaint tags: No complaints are listed for tagging.
Recalls
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6 recalls.
Date: 2015-10-13. Systems: TRAILER HITCHES.
Defect: 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 mechanism, have a locking mechanism that may fail to operate or to properly engage.
Consequence: 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.
Remedy: Volvo will notify owners, and Fontaine dealers will replace the fifth wheel with an Ultra NT model fifth wheel, free of charge. The recall began on November 23, 2015. Owners may contact Volvo customer service at 1-800-528-6586. Volvo's number for this recall is RVXX1507.
Do not drive: No. Park outside: No.
Date: 2015-08-17. Systems: STEERING.
Defect: Volvo Trucks North America (Volvo) is recalling certain model year 2012-2016 VAH trucks manufactured January 31, 2011, to June 25, 2015, and equipped with a sealed drag link. In the affected trucks, the draglink ball socket boot may be damaged due to the angle of the ball stud. A damaged boot may allow contaminants to enter and corrode the ball socket.
Consequence: Corrosion will accelerate wear of the ball, possibly resulting in the ball joint separating from the socket, causing loss of steering and an increased risk of a crash.
Remedy: Volvo will notify owners, and dealers will replace the drag link with one that has an improved geometry, free of charge. The recall began on October 13, 2015. Owners may contact Volvo customer service at 1-800-528-6586. Volvo's number for this recall is RVXX1503.
Do not drive: No. Park outside: No.
Date: 2014-11-18. Systems: TIRES.
Defect: Volvo Trucks North America (Volvo) is recalling certain model year 2011-2014 VAH and VNL trucks manufactured May 12, 2010, to October 31, 2014. The affected vehicles may experience premature tire failure during certain operating conditions such as high speeds, heavy load, and high road temperature.
Consequence: Premature tire failure could increase the risk of a vehicle crash.
Remedy: Volvo will notify owners, and dealers will replace the tires and set the road speed limiter, free of charge. The recall began on January 16, 2015. Owners may contact Volvo customer service at 1-800-528-6586. Volvo's number for this recall is RVXX1405.
Do not drive: No. Park outside: No.
Date: 2013-10-17. Systems: ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING.
Defect: Fontaine Modification (Fontaine) is recalling certain model year 2011-2013 Volvo VAH vehicles modified with upward facing exhaust diffusers for use as auto-haulers. In the affected vehicles, heat from the exhaust may transfer to the roof of the truck cab and/or the vehicles above the cab.
Consequence: Excessive heat could result in a fire.
Remedy: Fontaine will notify owners and dealers will replace the diffuser with one of a different shape and design, free of charge. Owners may contact Fontaine at 1-800-366-8246.
Do not drive: No. Park outside: No.
Date: 2013-08-13. Systems: VISIBILITY/WIPER.
Defect: Volvo Trucks North America (Volvo) is recalling certain model year 2011-2012 VAH, VHD, VNL, and VNM trucks manufactured February 1, 2010, through September 30, 2010 and June 1, 2011, through November 30, 2011. The windshield wiper motor may fail.
Consequence: Inoperable wipers may result in poor driver visibility, increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy: Volvo will notify owners and dealers will replace the windshield wiper motor, free of charge. The recallbegan on December 6, 2013. Owners may contact Volvo at 1-336-393-2000. Volvo's recall number is RVXX1304.
Do not drive: No. Park outside: No.
Date: 2013-06-26. Systems: POWER TRAIN.
Defect: Volvo Trucks North America (Volvo) is recalling certain model year 2007-2014 VAH, VHD, VNL, VNM, and VT models. The affected vehicles were built without a redundant clutch disengagement switch. Without a redundant switch, a loss of signal from the brake air pressure switch can prevent the clutch from automatically disengaging when the brake is applied.
Consequence: 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.
Remedy: Volvo Trucks will notify owners and dealers will inspect and repair the vehicles if necessary. The recall began on August 26, 2013. Volvo's recall number is RVXX1303. Owners may contact Volvo at 1-336-393-2000.
Do not drive: No. Park outside: No.
Investigations
2 investigations; 0 open.
AQ18005
Opened: 2018-10-22. Closed: 2023-08-04.
Discrepancies in Required CFR Reporting
On October 22, 2018, an Audit Query (AQ18-005) was opened to assess the completeness and timeliness of Volvo Group's early warning reporting, safety recalls, and communications submissions to the agency.NHTSA's investigation determined that Volvo Group failed to recall vehicles in a timely fashion and to comply with other recall and reporting requirements, including notifying owners of recalls and
Systems: COMMUNICATION.
Linked campaign numbers: None listed.
PE13002
Opened: 2013-02-07. Closed: 2013-07-03.
Stop Lamp Switch Signal
The Office of Defects Investigation (ODI) received Early Warning Reporting (EWR) data from the manufacturer that indicated some number of subject vehicles equipped with the subject automated manual transmission had allegedly experienced a condition where the clutch failed to automatically disengage the transmission from the engine as intended. This may result in extended stopping distances and/or
Systems: POWER TRAIN, SERVICE BRAKES, AIR.
Linked campaign numbers: 13V268000.
Manufacturer communications
191 manufacturer communications.
Communications by system| System | Count |
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| ELECTRICAL SYSTEM | 47 |
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| ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING | 39 |
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| POWER TRAIN | 33 |
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| EQUIPMENT | 26 |
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| ENGINE | 19 |
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| SERVICE BRAKES, AIR | 12 |
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| UNKNOWN OR OTHER | 11 |
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| FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE | 8 |
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11037669
Date: 2026-09-21. Type: Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions. Systems: ELECTRICAL SYSTEM.
Overheating has been observed at the alternator power cable and ground cable connection, resulting in melted insulation around the terminal area. The alternator power cable connection should maintain a stable electrical contact without overheating or insulation damage during normal vehicle operat
11030472
Date: 2026-03-03. Type: Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions. Systems: SUSPENSION.
CBR - Z Spring Bracket Wear. Volvo Chassis
11021307
Date: 2025-07-28. Type: Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions. Systems: ELECTRICAL SYSTEM, UNKNOWN OR OTHER.
CBR - A significant GPS reporting issue is affecting fleet operations, with trucks maintaining back-office communication but failing to transmit GPS location data.
11018822
Date: 2025-05-28. Type: Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions. Systems: ENGINE.
Inactive Code P25AE00 Being Generated After A Hard Pull And A Momentary Drop In Engine Oil Pressure (Low Oil Pressure) (Possible Related Codes - SPN4811 , SPN 100 , PID 100)
11016360
Date: 2025-03-06. Type: Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions. Systems: ENGINE.
CBR - 11L, 13L, And 16L Engine Oil Analysis Specifications - US10 And Newer Emissions
11008302
Date: 2024-09-16. Type: Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions. Systems: POWER TRAIN.
CBR - Automated Manual Transmission (AMT) Model D or F (mDrive and I-Shift, AMT-D, AMT-F) - Transmission Oil Leakage From Transmission Input Shaft Seal Or Output Shaft Seal - US10 And Newer Emissions, Common Model Years 2010 And Newer
11006949
Date: 2024-08-28. Type: Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions. Systems: POWER TRAIN.
CBR: On Volvo chassis with an I-Shift and Mack chassis with an mDRIVE transmission, there have been reports of complete shift assemblies and TECUs being replaced due to technicians being unable to pinpoint the source of the air leak.
11006951
Date: 2024-08-13. Type: Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions. Systems: ENGINE.
CBR: 11L, 13L, And 16L Engine Oil Analysis Specifications - US10 And Newer Emissions
11005403
Date: 2024-07-02. Type: Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions. Systems: ELECTRICAL SYSTEM.
CBR: Telematics Gateway (TGW) Connect Ability Issues
11002821
Date: 2024-06-18. Type: Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions. Systems: ELECTRICAL SYSTEM, UNKNOWN OR OTHER, VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL.
CBR - Accelerator Pedal: Inspection/Instructions