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. Best against its own year: 2024.
NY DMV Vehicle Inspections, initial inspections since Aug 2021 · how we count
Year by year
| Model year | Complaints | Recalls |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 VNL | 0 | 1 |
| 2024 VNL | 0 | 7 |
| 2023 VNL | 1 | 3 |
| 2022 VNL | 2 | 7 |
| 2021 VNL | 0 | 7 |
| 2020 VNL | 0 | 9 |
| 2019 VNL | 4 | 8 |
| 2018 VNL | 8 | 5 |
| 2017 VNL | 0 | 5 |
| 2016 VNL | 12 | 6 |
| 2015 VNL | 5 | 9 |
| 2014 VNL | 8 | 12 |
| 2013 VNL | 7 | 14 |
| 2012 VNL | 5 | 14 |
| 2011 VNL | 4 | 12 |
| 2010 VNL | 0 | 4 |
| 2009 VNL | 2 | 4 |
| 2008 VNL | 3 | 12 |
| 2007 VNL | 15 | 9 |
| 2006 VNL | 7 | 7 |
| 2005 VNL | 6 | 6 |
| 2004 VNL | 5 | 6 |
| 2003 VNL | 2 | 9 |
| 2002 VNL | 1 | 7 |
| 2001 VNL | 1 | 8 |
| 2000 VNL | 10 | 4 |
| 1999 VNL | 11 | 5 |
| 1998 VNL | 8 | 5 |
| 1997 | 0 | 4 |
| 1996 | 0 | 1 |
| 1995 | 0 | 1 |
| 1994 | 0 | 1 |
| 1993 | 0 | 1 |
| 1992 | 0 | 1 |
| 1991 | 0 | 1 |
| 1990 | 0 | 1 |
A model year gets its own page when it has enough data for at least three sections
Most common problems
- Suspension36
- Steering27
- Power train15
- Structure10
- Tires9
- Electrical system9
- Engine and engine cooling8
- Exterior lighting7
NHTSA ODI complaints, all model years
Recalls
87 campaigns cover the VNL; the latest 12 are below.
Volvo Trucks North America (Volvo Trucks) is recalling certain 2024-2025 VNL and VNR vehicles. The steering gear sector shaft may have been improperly heat-treated, which can cause the gear teeth to crack or fracture.
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.
Volvo Trucks North America (Volvo Trucks) is recalling one 2024 VNL truck. The bearing journals may not be fully seated in the steering knuckle assembly, preventing the proper installation of the wheel end hub assembly.
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 2024 Volvo VNL and VNR trucks. A software programming error may cause the electronic stability control (ESC) to be inoperative.
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 Truck) is recalling certain 2022-2024 VNL and VHD vehicles equipped with RollTek driver seats. A missing circuit will prevent the side air bag from deploying during a crash.
Volvo Trucks North America (Volvo Trucks) is recalling certain 2024 VNR, VNL, and VHD vehicles. The hub covers do not properly fit on the hub and can detach from the vehicle.
Volvo Trucks North America (Volvo Trucks) is recalling certain 2022-2023 VNL vehicles. The air tank bracket fasteners were excessively tightened and may have broken.
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.
Volvo Trucks North America (Volvo Trucks) is recalling certain 2022 VNL vehicles. The electronic control unit software may allow the transmission to shift into neutral unexpectedly.
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.
NHTSA recalls