No complaints are listed for the 2021 Volvo VNL. NHTSA's API and bulk file list none in this build.
Data build 2026-10-09.
NHTSA lists this vehicle as VOLVO VNL.
Model-generated complaint tags: No complaints are listed for tagging.
Recalls
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7 recalls.
Date: 2021-11-04. Systems: STEERING.
Defect: Volvo Trucks North America (Volvo Trucks) is recalling certain 2021 VNL vehicles. A machining defect may cause pressure to build in the power steering pump, breaking the shaft seal and resulting in a loss of power steering assist.
Consequence: A loss of power steering assist increases the risk of a crash.
Remedy: Dealers will replace the power steering pumps, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed on December 10, 2021. Owners may contact Volvo Trucks customer service at 1-800-528-6586. Volvo Trucks number for this recall is RVXX2105.
Do not drive: No. Park outside: No.
Date: 2021-06-02. Systems: WHEELS.
Defect: Volvo Trucks North America (Volvo Trucks) is recalling certain 2021-2022 VAH, VDH, VNL, AND VNR vehicles. The hubcap compression spring can cause the hubcap to separate.
Consequence: A separated hubcap can create a road hazard, increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy: Dealers will remove the hubcap, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed on July 12, 2021. Owners may contact Volvo Trucks customer service at 1-800-528-6586. Mack's number for this recall is RVXX 2102.
Do not drive: No. Park outside: No.
Date: 2020-12-15. Systems: SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC.
Defect: Volvo Trucks North America (Volvo Trucks) is recalling 2021 VNL, VNR, VAH, and VHD vehicles. The collets (internal jaws) for the brass fitting inserts used in the pneumatic pass-through plate may have been damaged during leak testing. As a result, the brass fitting may completely release the air brake line from the pass-through plate while under pressure. If this occurs on the park brake circuit (excerpt)
Consequence: If the park brakes apply unexpectedly, the driver may lose control of the vehicle, increasing the risk of a vehicle crash. (excerpt)
Remedy: Volvo Trucks will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the air brake line for proper engagement of the fitting in the pass-through plate, free of charge. The recall is expected to begin January 31, 2021. Owners may contact Volvo Trucks customer service at 1-800-528-6586. Volvo Trucks' number for this recall is RVXX2006. (excerpt)
Do not drive: No. Park outside: No.
Date: 2020-09-02. Systems: SERVICE BRAKES, AIR.
Defect: Volvo Trucks North America (Volvo Trucks) is recalling certain 2020-2021 VAH, VHD, VNL and VNR vehicles. The die cast pedal plate may break at one of its attachment points, possibly resulting in the brake pedal dislodging. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 121, "Air Brake Systems."
Consequence: A dislodged brake pedal would be inoperable, increasing a risk of a crash.
Remedy: Volvo Trucks will notify owners, and dealers will inspect and replace the pedal plates if required, free of charge. The recall began October 7, 2020. Owners may contact Volvo Trucks customer service at 1-800-458-1552. Volvo Truck's number for this recall is RVXX2004.
Do not drive: No. Park outside: No.
Date: 2020-09-02. Systems: STEERING.
Defect: Volvo Trucks North America (Volvo Trucks) is recalling certain 2021 VNL, VHD, and VNR vehicles. The king pin nut may not have been installed or properly tightened during axle assembly.
Consequence: If the king pin is missing or not tightened properly, the knuckle may separate from the axle, increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy: Volvo Trucks will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the vehicle to make sure that the king pin nut is installed and that it properly tightened, free of charge. The recall began September 28, 2020. Owners may contact Volvo Trucks customer service at 1-800-458-1522. Volvo Truck's number for this recall is RVXX 2003.
Do not drive: No. Park outside: No.
Date: 2020-07-01. Systems: EQUIPMENT.
Defect: 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."
Consequence: If the rear axles are overloaded, over time the wheel hubs may fail prematurely, increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy: 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.
Do not drive: No. Park outside: No.
Date: 2020-04-29. Systems: STEERING.
Defect: Volvo Trucks North America (Volvo Trucks) is recalling certain 2020-2021 VNL and VNR trucks. The steering gear fasteners may have not been properly tightened.
Consequence: The loose fasteners may result in a loss of vehicle control, increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy: Volvo Trucks will notify owners, and dealers will tighten the steering gear fasteners to specification, free of charge. The recall began May 20, 2020. Owners may contact Volvo Trucks customer service at 800-528-6586. Volvo Trucks' number for this recall is RVXX2001.
Do not drive: No. Park outside: No.
Manufacturer communications
150 manufacturer communications.
Communications by system| System | Count |
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| ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING | 56 |
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| ELECTRICAL SYSTEM | 50 |
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| EQUIPMENT | 21 |
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| POWER TRAIN | 15 |
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| SERVICE BRAKES, AIR | 11 |
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| UNKNOWN OR OTHER | 10 |
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| FUEL SYSTEM, DIESEL | 5 |
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| SUSPENSION | 5 |
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10253821
Date: 2024-04-22. Type: Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions. Systems: ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING.
CBR: Turbo Compound 2nd Generation - EGR And / Or DPF Diagnostic Trouble Codes (DTC), Diagnostic And Repair Information.
10253819
Date: 2024-04-02. Type: Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions. Systems: ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING.
CBR: Turbo Compound (TC) Hot Side Noise, Diagnostic Information.
10253824
Date: 2024-04-02. Type: Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions. Systems: AIR BAGS, SEAT BELTS, SERVICE BRAKES, AIR.
CBR: Chassis Equipped With VECU5 Active Datalink/Communication Faults For Multiple Modules; ABS And SRS Communication Faults.
10252316
Date: 2024-03-01. Type: Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions. Systems: EQUIPMENT ADAPTIVE/MOBILITY.
CBR: On a Volvo Chassis - US16 - with the Bendix Lane Departure Warning System ( LDW )the alarm would not cancel once the turn signals were activated.
10252317
Date: 2024-03-01. Type: Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions. Systems: ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING.
CBR: Vehicles built with an 11 liter engine may experience a complaint of excessive fuel in the oil. It is possible that the source of the fuel is the rear fuel galley plug in the cylinder head.
10252318
Date: 2024-03-01. Type: Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions. Systems: EQUIPMENT.
CBR: It may be possible for Bergstrom controlled Eberspacher Espar parking heaters to ignite and burn for 5 min and never start again.
10252321
Date: 2024-03-01. Type: Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions. Systems: ELECTRICAL SYSTEM.
CBR: After cluster replacement and programming, the Driver Information Display (DID) may not function as designed.
10251325
Date: 2024-02-23. Type: Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions. Systems: ELECTRICAL SYSTEM, EQUIPMENT.
CBR - Telematics Gateway (TGW) Connect Ability Issues.
10251317
Date: 2024-02-19. Type: Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions. Systems: SUSPENSION.
CBR - Driveline Noise, Suspension Ride Height Too High, Suspension Will Not Exhaust - Chassis Built 2016w01 And Newer
10251323
Date: 2024-02-16. Type: Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions. Systems: ELECTRICAL SYSTEM, PARKING BRAKE.
CBR - Active "Set Park Brake" Message On Drivers Information Display (DID)