Complaints by model year
Each bar is one model year. The most recent years are still collecting complaints.
NHTSA ODI complaints (public domain) · updated 23 Oct 2026
New York safety inspections
Share of first inspections failed on safety, by model year. Older cars fail more as miles build up, so compare each year with the average car of the same year.
NY DMV Vehicle Inspections, initial inspections since Aug 2021 · how we count
Year by year
| Model year | Complaints | Recalls |
|---|---|---|
| 2027 | 0 | 1 |
| 2026 | 0 | 2 |
| 2025 | 0 | 5 |
| 2024 | 0 | 8 |
| 2023 | 0 | 5 |
| 2022 | 0 | 5 |
| 2021 | 0 | 6 |
| 2020 | 0 | 5 |
| 2019 | 0 | 5 |
| 2018 | 0 | 2 |
| 2017 VHD | 0 | 3 |
| 2016 VHD | 0 | 4 |
| 2015 VHD | 0 | 5 |
| 2014 VHD | 0 | 6 |
| 2013 VHD | 1 | 6 |
| 2012 VHD | 0 | 11 |
| 2011 VHD | 0 | 9 |
| 2010 VHD | 0 | 5 |
| 2009 VHD | 0 | 6 |
| 2008 VHD | 2 | 10 |
| 2007 VHD | 2 | 10 |
| 2006 VHD | 0 | 6 |
| 2005 VHD | 3 | 6 |
| 2004 VHD | 3 | 7 |
| 2003 VHD | 3 | 11 |
| 2002 VHD | 0 | 9 |
| 2001 | 1 | 10 |
| 2000 | 0 | 7 |
| 1999 VHD | 0 | 1 |
| 1998 | 0 | 0 |
| 1997 | 0 | 0 |
| 1996 | 0 | 0 |
| 1995 | 0 | 0 |
A model year gets its own page when it has enough data for at least three sections
Most common problems
- Engine and engine cooling5
- Electrical system3
- Wheels2
- Visibility2
- Unknown or other1
- Suspension1
- Structure1
- Steering1
NHTSA ODI complaints, all model years
Recalls
61 campaigns cover the VHD; the latest 12 are below.
Volvo Trucks North America (Volvo Trucks) is recalling certain 2026 VOLVO VAH, VN, VHD, 2026-2027 VNL (4) and VNR (4) vehicles. The steering knuckles may have been manufactured with insufficiently tightened steering arms.
Volvo Trucks North America (Volvo Trucks) is recalling certain 2026 VAH, 2026-2027 VN, VHD, VNL (4), and 2027 VNR (4) vehicles. The wheel lug nuts may loosen and allow the wheel to detach.
Volvo Trucks North America (Volvo Trucks) is recalling certain 2020-2025 VN, VAH, VHD and VNRE trucks, equipped with Bendix EC80 Advanced Electronic Control Units (ECU). Electrical noise and low signal to the power line carrier may cause the ECU to incorrectly process commands or stop working.
Volvo Trucks North America (Volvo Trucks) is recalling certain 2025 VN and VHD trucks. The wheel lug nuts may be improperly tightened.
Volvo Trucks North America (Volvo Trucks) is recalling certain 2025 VN and VHD trucks equipped with Composilite EXS20 steerable lift axle suspension assemblies. The tie rod assembly ball stud could have been improperly heat treated and can fail.
Volvo Trucks North America (Volvo Trucks) is recalling certain 2025 VN and VHD trucks. The steering gear may have an improperly seated plug in the valve housing, which can result in a sudden loss of steering control.
Volvo Trucks North America (Volvo Trucks) is recalling certain 2025 VN, VNRe, and VHD trucks. The drag link may contain an improperly heat-treated ball stud that can fail, resulting in a sudden loss of steering control.
Volvo Trucks North America (Volvo Trucks) is recalling certain 2024 VN and VHD vehicles equipped with size 295/75 or 385/65 Continental tires on the front axle. The Gross Axle Weight Rating (GAWR) listed on the vehicle certification label is incorrect, which can allow the vehicle to be overloaded. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of 49 CFR Part 567, "Certification."
Volvo Trucks North America (Volvo Trucks) is recalling certain 2019-2024 VN and VHD vehicles. The passenger side bench seat may be inadequately attached to the floor. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard numbers 207, "Seating Systems" and 210, "Seatbelt Assembly Anchorage."
Volvo Trucks North America (Volvo Trucks) is recalling certain 2024 VNL, VHD, and VNR trucks. The fastener that connects two steering components, the pitman arm and draglink, may be loose, which can cause the connection to fail and result in a loss of steering control.
Volvo Trucks North America (Volvo Trucks) is recalling certain 2022-2024 VNR, VNL, VHD, and VAH trucks. The windshield wiper motor gears may wear prematurely, causing the motor to fail.
Volvo Trucks North America (Volvo Trucks) is recalling certain 2023-2024 VN, VHD, and VAH trucks. The steering gear fasteners may not be properly tightened.
NHTSA recalls