2020 VOLVO VNL Complaints and Recall Information
The 2020 VOLVO VNL has 0 complaints and 9 recalls filed with NHTSA. Owners most frequently report issues related to vehicle components including the steering system, electrical wiring, and structural parts of the sleeper cab. Recalls involve a range of safety-critical systems.
There are nine recalls affecting the 2020 VOLVO VNL. These recalls address defects in the steering system, electrical fuses, body structure, brake components, and labeling. The issues raise potential risks for vehicle control loss, component failure, and crash hazards.
Recalls- Steering gear assembly. NHTSA recall 23V900000 affects 1 vehicle. The steering gear may have fewer recirculating balls than required, creating risk of steering control loss and increased crash risk. Dealers will inspect and replace defective gears free of charge.
- Transmission fuse circuit. NHTSA recall 19V509000 affects 235 vehicles. A fuse in the transmission circuit may blow, preventing shifting and raising crash risk. Dealers will inspect and replace fuses as needed at no cost.
- Sleeper bunk window. NHTSA recall 19V208000 covers 11,089 vehicles. Windows may detach and fall, posing a hazard to other vehicles and pedestrians. Dealers will replace window hinges free of charge.
- Federal certification label. NHTSA recall 20V384000 involves 89 vehicles with rear axle weight ratings exceeding wheel hub limits. Premature hub failure risk exists. Owners will receive corrected labels free of charge.
- Steering gear fasteners. NHTSA recall 20V241000 affects 23 vehicles. Fasteners may be loose, risking loss of control. Dealers will tighten fasteners to specification without charge.
- Brake pedal plate. NHTSA recall 20V536000 covers 11,127 vehicles. Pedal plate may break, potentially dislodging the brake pedal and causing inoperable brakes. Dealers will inspect and replace plates if needed at no cost.
- Window hinge and hardware. NHTSA recall 20V613000 affects 8,456 vehicles. Insufficient hinge strength may cause sleeper bunk windows to detach when open. Dealers will replace hinges free of charge.
- Transmission auxiliary air tank strap. NHTSA recall 19V510000 covers 24,848 vehicles. T-bolt clasps may be over-tightened, causing deformation and risk of tank detachment creating road hazard. Dealers will inspect and replace straps as necessary.
- Steering gear mounting fasteners. NHTSA recall 19V756000 involves 2,287 vehicles equipped with HD94 Sheppard gear. Fasteners may be insufficiently tightened, risking steering gear loosening and control loss. Dealers will re-torque and replace parts if needed free of charge.
Owners facing repeated repairs or unresolved safety issues from these recalls may have certain rights under state lemon laws. Consulting with an attorney knowledgeable in consumer protection could clarify available options.
2020 VOLVO VNL Summary
2020
Model Year
0
Total Complaints
9
Total Recalls
58155
Vehicles Affected
Recalls
2020 VOLVO VNL
1 vehicles affected
STEERING
Volvo Trucks North America (Volvo Trucks) is recalling one 2020 VNL truck. The steering gear assembly may have been assembled incorrectly with fewer recirculating balls than are required, which may result in a loss of steering control.
Risk: A loss of steering control increases the risk of a crash.
2020 VOLVO VNL
89 vehicles affected
EQUIPMENT:OTHER:LABELS
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.
2020 VOLVO VNL
8456 vehicles affected
STRUCTURE:BODY
Volvo Trucks North America (Volvo Trucks) is recalling certain 2020 VNL vehicles. The window hinge and mounting hardware are insufficient to hold the window in place if the truck is driven with the sleeper bunk windows open.
Risk: If a window detaches from the vehicle, it may strike another vehicle or pedestrian, increasing the risk of a crash or injury.
2020 VOLVO VNL
11127 vehicles affected
SERVICE BRAKES, AIR
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."
Risk: A dislodged brake pedal would be inoperable, increasing a risk of a crash.
2020 VOLVO VNL
23 vehicles affected
STEERING
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.
Risk: The loose fasteners may result in a loss of vehicle control, increasing the risk of a crash.
2020 VOLVO VNL
11089 vehicles affected
STRUCTURE:BODY
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.
2020 VOLVO VNL
235 vehicles affected
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:WIRING:FUSES AND CIRCUIT BREAKERS
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.
2020 VOLVO VNL
2287 vehicles affected
STEERING
Volvo Trucks North America (Volvo Trucks) is recalling certain 2020 VNL and VNR vehicles equipped with HD94 Sheppard gear variants. The steering gear mounting fasteners may be insufficiently tightened, allowing the steering gear to loosen.
Risk: A loose steering gear can cause a loss of vehicle control, increasing the risk of a crash.
2020 VOLVO VNL
24848 vehicles affected
POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION
Volvo Trucks North America (Volvo Trucks) is recalling certain 2019-2020 VAH, VHD, VNL, and VNR vehicles. The t-bolt clasps on the transmission auxiliary air tank straps may have been over-tightened, resulting in potential deformation to the strap where the t-bolt is anchored.
Risk: The deformation of the air tank strap t-bolts may cause the t-bolt to disconnect from the strap allowing the tank to drop to the ground and become a road hazard, increasing the risk of a crash.
Complaints
No complaints found.