2013 VOLVO VNM Complaints and Recall Information
The 2013 VOLVO VNM has 0 complaints and 10 recalls filed with NHTSA. Owners most frequently report issues related to braking, electrical systems, engine performance, and component durability based on recall data.
There are 10 recalls associated with the 2013 VOLVO VNM affecting various systems including brakes, engine components, electrical wiring, suspension, steering, and trailer hitch mechanisms.
- Air brake relay valves. Certain models manufactured between 2011 and 2013 have Bendix ATR-6 relay valves that may leak internally in extremely cold conditions causing continuous brake application, which could overheat brakes or lock wheels leading to fire or crash risks. (NHTSA Recall 12V036000, 21,625 vehicles affected)
- Battery disconnect switch. Models from 2012 to 2014 contain a remote battery disconnect switch with incorrect hardware, which can loosen or cause cable chafing. This may overheat components and increase fire risk. (NHTSA Recall 13V102000, 5,207 vehicles affected)
- Clutch disengagement switch. Certain 2007-2014 models lack a redundant clutch disengagement switch. Loss of brake air pressure signal can prevent automatic clutch disengagement during braking, potentially increasing stopping distance and crash risk. (NHTSA Recall 13V268000, 23,056 vehicles affected)
- Engine intake sensor. Specified 2013-2014 VNM trucks with Cummins Westport engines can experience intake manifold pressure sensor malfunctions caused by freezing condensation, raising exhaust temperature or flames and increasing fire risk. (NHTSA Recall 14V139000, 426 vehicles affected)
- Trailer hand brake handle. On some 2012-2015 models, the trailer hand brake handle can be restricted by the trim panel; failure to return to the off position may cause service brakes to drag, leading to wheel overheating, fire, or tire blowouts. (NHTSA Recall 15V524000, 2,854 vehicles affected)
- Engine crankcase ventilation. In 2012-2016 VNM trucks, excessive crankcase pressure may cause vent tube detachment, allowing oil to contact hot surfaces and increasing fire risk. (NHTSA Recall 15V274000, 185 vehicles affected)
- Fifth wheel locking mechanism. Certain 2011-2013 VNM trucks equipped with Fontaine Ultra LT fifth wheels can have locking mechanisms fail due to cumulative damage, risking trailer detachment and crashes. (NHTSA Recall 15V643000, 669 vehicles affected)
- Air dryer contamination. Models from 2013-2017 can have incorrect electronic air dryer software that allows oil and water contamination in the brake system, which may reduce braking performance and increase crash risk. (NHTSA Recall 16V928000, 5,547 vehicles affected)
- Front suspension axles. Selected 2013 VNM trucks with certain Meritor FF967 non-drive front steer axles may have axles improperly heat treated, risking axle fractures, loss of vehicle control, and crash hazards. (NHTSA Recall 16V467000, 129 vehicles affected)
- Steering system. The same affected 2013 VNM trucks and axles with improper heat treatment pose risks to steering component integrity, increasing the chance of axle fracture and loss of vehicle control. (NHTSA Recall 16V467000, 129 vehicles affected)
Owners who face repeated repairs, unresolved recall issues, or safety defects may have rights under their state’s lemon law. Consulting with a qualified attorney or consumer protection firm could help clarify available remedies.
2013 VOLVO VNM Summary
2013
Model Year
0
Total Complaints
9
Total Recalls
59698
Vehicles Affected
Recalls
2013 VOLVO VNM
129 vehicles affected
STEERING
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.
Risk: The improperly heat treated axles may fracture, resulting in a loss of vehicle control and increasing the risk of a crash.
2013 VOLVO VNM
5547 vehicles affected
SERVICE BRAKES, AIR
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.
Risk: If the brake system becomes contaminated, braking performance could be affected, increasing the risk of a crash.
2013 VOLVO VNM
185 vehicles affected
ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE
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 engine oil to come into contact with hot surfaces.
Risk: If engine oil comes into contact with a hot surface, there could be an increased risk of a fire.
2013 VOLVO VNM
2854 vehicles affected
SERVICE BRAKES
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.
Risk: 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.
2013 VOLVO VNM
669 vehicles affected
TRAILER HITCHES:FIFTH WHEEL ASSEMBLY
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.
Risk: 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.
2013 VOLVO VNM
426 vehicles affected
ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE
Volvo Trucks North America (Volvo) is recalling certain model year 2013-2015 VNL trucks, and 2013-2014 VNM trucks equipped with certain Cummins Westport Model ISL G and ISX12 G engines. Condensation in the intake manifold may freeze during cold weather conditions and interfere with the proper operation of the intake manifold pressure sensor.
Risk: The improper operation of the sensor could induce elevated exhaust temperatures or flames from the exhaust pipe, increasing the risk of a vehicle fire or burn injury to a person near the exhaust pipe.
2013 VOLVO VNM
23056 vehicles affected
POWER TRAIN:CLUTCH ASSEMBLY
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.
Risk: 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.
2013 VOLVO VNM
5207 vehicles affected
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:12V/24V/48V BATTERY:CABLES
Volvo is recalling certain model year 2012-2014 VHD, VNL, and VNM trucks, manufactured from April 18, 2011, through March 14, 2013, and equipped with a horizontally mounted remote battery disconnect switch. The remote battery disconnect switch was manufactured with incorrect hardware allowing the cables to loosen. Additionally, as mounted, the cables may vibrate and chafe.
Risk: Loose or chafed cables may lead to overheating of the battery cable and switch which may result in a fire.
2013 VOLVO VNM
21625 vehicles affected
SERVICE BRAKES, AIR:SUPPLY:CHECK VALVE
VOLVO IS RECALLING CERTAIN MODEL YEAR 2011-2012 VHD AND MODEL YEAR 2011-2013 VNL AND VNM VEHICLES, MANUFACTURED FROM DECEMBER 2, 2010, THROUGH JANUARY 18, 2012, AND EQUIPPED WITH BENDIX ATR-6 TRACTION RELAY VALVES. IN EXTREMELY COLD CONDITIONS, THESE BENDIX RELAY VALVES MAY POTENTIALLY DEVELOP INTERNAL LEAKAGE. INTERNAL LEAKAGE CAN LEAD TO AIR PRESSURE BEING DELIVERED TO AFFECTED PRIMARY OR SECONDARY BRAKE CAUSING CONTINUOUS BRAKE APPLICATION.
Risk: INADVERTENT BRAKE APPLICATION CAN CAUSE THE BRAKES TO OVERHEAT AND LEAD TO A FIRE. INADVERTENT BRAKE APPLICATION CAN CAUSE THE WHEELS TO LOCK-UP LEADING THE DRIVER TO LOSE CONTROL OF THE VEHICLE, INCREASING THE RISK OF A CRASH.
Complaints
No complaints found.