Problems owners report
Complaints filed with NHTSA about the 2013 Volvo VHD, by the system named in each complaint. One complaint can name several.
- Electrical system1
NHTSA ODI complaints (public domain) · updated 23 Oct 2026 · 0 injuries and 0 deaths reported
Compared with other years
NHTSA ODI complaints by model year
New York safety inspections
At its first New York inspection the 2013 Volvo VHD failed the safety check 0.00% of the time — 100% less often than the average 2013 passenger car (2.38%). Median odometer at inspection: 160,238 miles.
NY DMV Vehicle Inspections (vezn-fmmk), initial inspections since Aug 2021 · how we count
Recalls in Canada
6 Transport Canada recalls for the 2013 Volvo VHD.
| 2018604 2 Nov 2018 | Lights And Instruments Certain vehicles equipped with a snowplow preparation kit may fail to comply with the requirements of Canada Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (CMVSS) 108 - Lightin… |
| 2016494 11 Oct 2016 | Steering On certain vehicles, a defect in the ball joint seals on the drag link could allow corrosion to form in the joint, leading to accelerated wear. This could resul… |
| 2013221 25 Jun 2013 | Other On certain vehicles, the secondary clutch disengagement switch may have been omitted during vehicle assembly or, in some instances, removed during servicing. A… |
| 2013090 22 Mar 2013 | Electrical On certain trucks, the battery cables were fastened to the remote battery disconnect switch using incorrect hardware. In addition, the cables may be prone to c… |
| 2012356 18 Oct 2012 | Seats And Restraints Certain vehicles may fail to conform to Canada Motor Vehicle Safety Standard 210 – Seatbelt Assembly Anchorages. The weld used to secure the nut to the center-… |
| 2012345 11 Oct 2012 | Wheels On certain vehicles, the wheel rims may have been manufactured incorrectly and could fail. A wheel separating from the vehicle could cause a loss of control an… |
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Recalls
Volvo Trucks North America (Volvo) is recalling certain 2004-2019 Volvo VHD trucks equipped with snow plow lamp preparation kits. The snow plow headlights can be turned on without other exterior lights, and high beam indicator will not work when the snow plow high beams are on. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) number 108, "Lamps, Reflective Devices, and Associated Equipment."
Volvo Trucks North America (Volvo) is recalling certain model year 2009-2016 VHD trucks manufactured from April 7, 2008, through December 9, 2015, equipped with USK non-greasable drag links. The ball joint seals may be compromised, which can allow water and other contaminants to enter the ball joints.
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.
Volvo Trucks North America (Volvo) is recalling certain model year 2011-2013 VHD and VNL vehicles manufactured December 13, 2010, through July 17, 2012. These vehicles are equipped with an MGM Type 24 J-series piston parking brake chamber. The brake chambers may leak pressure allowing the parking brake to drag when it is supposed to be released. Brake dragging could lead to overheated brake components.
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.
Volvo is recalling certain model year 2002-2013 VHD and VN trucks, manufactured from August 4, 2000, through June 22, 2012, and equipped with bench passenger seats. The seat belt d-ring weld may not be sufficient enough to meet the seat belt pull test. Therefore, these vehicles fail to conform to the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard No. 210, "Seat Belt Assembly Anchorages."
Whether a recall was fixed on a particular car is known only to the manufacturer: check the VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.
NHTSA recalls · summaries in NHTSA's own words
Service bulletins
What Volvo told its dealers about the 2013 Volvo VHD: known faults, fixes and updates.
| Bulletin | Summary |
|---|---|
| 11008302 | 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 |
| 11006951 | CBR: 11L, 13L, And 16L Engine Oil Analysis Specifications - US10 And Newer Emissions |
| 11006949 | 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. |
| 11005403 | CBR: Telematics Gateway (TGW) Connect Ability Issues |
| 11002821 | CBR - Accelerator Pedal: Inspection/Instructions |
| 11000873 | CBR - 11 Liter Engines - Fuel In Oil. |
| 10251325 | CBR - Telematics Gateway (TGW) Connect Ability Issues. |
| 10251323 | CBR - Active "Set Park Brake" Message On Drivers Information Display (DID) |
| 10251319 | CBR - Automated Manual Transmission ( AMT ) Flywheel Pilot Bearing Wear On Input Shaft. |
| 10249569 | CBR: TGW Will Not Connect After SIM Card Replacement |
| 10248063 | CBR: 11L Engine - Air Conditioner (A/C) Line Damaged At Bracket - Model Year 2007 to Present. |
| 10243461 | TSB: Aftertreatment Diesel Exhaust Fluid (DEF) Tank, Level Sensor, Replacement |
| 10243460 | TSB: Aftertreatment Diesel Exhaust Fluid (DEF) Tank, Level Sensor, Replacement |
| 10241906 | TSB: Barksdale Leveling Valve, Leak Test |
| 10241904 | CBR: Volvo VHD & VN Models - Vehicle Wil Not Start, PTO Active Message Displayed In Cluster, PTO Light On When PTO Switch Is Turned Off |
| 10240244 | CBR: Programming Failure - Chassis With Cummins Engine And An Allison Transmission |
| 10238752 | CBR - Vehicles Equipped With Chalmers Suspension - Frame Bracket Hardware Loose or Interfering |
| 10238718 | CBR - Volvo NOx Sensor Troubleshooting Guide - US10+OBD13 And Newer Emissions |
| 10238717 | CBR - Volvo NOx Sensor Troubleshooting Guide - US10+OBD13 And Newer Emissions |
| 10238694 | CBR - Volvo Selective Catalytic Reduction (SCR) Muffler Troubleshooting Guide - US10+OBD13 And Newer Emissions |
| 10237372 | Service Literature Published and Released in May, 2023 |
| 10237365 | CBR: Automated Manual Transmission ( AMT ) - Transmission Electronic Control Unit ( TECU ) MID130 PSID 29 FMI 7 / P10AE81 Fault Codes Being Generated |
| 10237364 | CBR: Automated Manual Transmission (AMT) Transmission Kickdown Mode |
| 10237360 | CBR: Diagnostic Trouble Code (DTC) P215A-64, Fault Code SPN 84 FMI 19 |
| 10235356 | CBR: 11L Engines, Non-Common Rail - Air Compressor Coolant Pipe, Parts Substitution - US14+OBD13 To US14+OBD16 |
NHTSA manufacturer communications (public domain)
NHTSA investigations
Discrepancies in Required CFR Reporting
Stop Lamp Switch Signal
NHTSA Office of Defects Investigation