Problems owners report
Complaints filed with NHTSA about the 2019 Volvo VNL, by the system named in each complaint. One complaint can name several.
- Suspension2
- Power train2
- Steering1
- Engine1
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 2019 Volvo VNL failed the safety check 0.78% of the time — 46% less often than the average 2019 passenger car (1.44%). Median odometer at inspection: 301,489 miles.
NY DMV Vehicle Inspections (vezn-fmmk), initial inspections since Aug 2021 · how we count
Recalls in Canada
7 Transport Canada recalls for the 2019 Volvo VNL.
| 2021120 5 Mar 2021 | Lights And Instruments Issue: On certain trucks, when the manual override is used to switch off the daytime running lamps (DRLs), the lights may not turn on again when you start dri… |
| 2019331 3 Jul 2019 | Structure Issue: On certain trucks, the t-bolts for the transmission air tank straps may have been over-tightened. This could cause the straps to deform and allow the a… |
| 2019330 3 Jul 2019 | Powertrain Issue: On certain trucks, the fuse for the transmission electrical circuit may have a lower rating than what is required. As a result, the fuse could blow whi… |
| 2019144 19 Mar 2019 | Structure Issue: On certain vehicles, the sleeper bunk window may not be properly attached. This could cause the window to separate from the vehicle. Safety Risk: … |
| 2019021 15 Jan 2019 | Powertrain Issue: On certain vehicles equipped with an Eaton automated manual transmission and electronic clutch actuator (ECA), a manufacturing problem could cause the … |
| 2018640 21 Nov 2018 | Tires Certain trucks were equipped with Bridgestone M864, M860A or M854 wide-base tires, size 425/65R22.5, that may not conform to the endurance testing requirements … |
| 2018532 26 Sept 2018 | Fuel System On certain trucks built with a Cummins X15 or ISX15 engine equipped with nylon fuel lines and a banjo bolt on the fuel pump, a blockage in the fuel cooling syst… |
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Recalls
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."
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.
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.
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.
Volvo Trucks North America (Volvo) is recalling certain 2018-2019 Volvo VNL vehicles equipped with an automated manual transmission. An internal component in the clutch assembly may fail, possibly resulting in unintended vehicle movement.
Volvo Trucks North America (Volvo) is recalling certain 2019 Volvo VNL and VHD trucks, equipped with Bridgestone M854 tires with date codes 2418-2518, Bridgestone M860A tires with date code 2518, and Bridgestone M864 tires with date codes 2318-2418, all of size 425/65R22.5. The sidewall steel body cords may be exposed, possibly causing unexpected, rapid air loss during use. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) number 119, "New Pneumatic Tires - Other than Passenger Cars."
Volvo Trucks North America (Volvo) is recalling certain 2016-2019 Volvo VNL trucks equipped with Cummins ISX15 diesel engines. In certain driving conditions, such as on a long down-hill grade, the fuel line may burst if the fuel pump cooling circuit screen becomes restricted.
Volvo Trucks North America (Volvo) is recalling certain 2019 Volvo VNL and VNR trucks equipped with Jost fifth wheel couplings. The fifth wheel may have an outboard slider bracket that is too narrow, possibly allowing the trailer to separate from the tractor.
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 2019 Volvo VNL: known faults, fixes and updates.
| Bulletin | Summary |
|---|---|
| 10253819 | CBR: Turbo Compound (TC) Hot Side Noise, Diagnostic Information. |
| 10252317 | CBR: Vehicles built with an 11 liter engine may experience a complaint of excessive fuel in the oil. It is possible that the source of the fuel is the rear fuel galley plug in the cylinder head. |
| 10252316 | CBR: On a Volvo Chassis - US16 - with the Bendix Lane Departure Warning System ( LDW )the alarm would not cancel once the turn signals were activated. |
| 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. |
| 10251317 | CBR - Driveline Noise, Suspension Ride Height Too High, Suspension Will Not Exhaust - Chassis Built 2016w01 And Newer |
| 10249569 | CBR: TGW Will Not Connect After SIM Card Replacement |
| 10249563 | Fleet Improvement Campaign: (ABS) Software Update and Brake Inspection |
| 10248093 | Service Campaign: Volvo trucks has determined that certain VN model trucks built with an D13 Turbo Compound engine that have had a reman TC unit installed could experience a failure with the reman TC unit. |
| 10248063 | CBR: 11L Engine - Air Conditioner (A/C) Line Damaged At Bracket - Model Year 2007 to Present. |
| 10246113 | Service Campaign: For certain Volvo Trucks configurations an updated adaptive cruise software has been developed. The new software will be delivered as an updated PAR file to the ABS Module and will help reduce heat load on steer axles brake assemblies during an adaptive cruise control braking event. Follow the instructions below to visually inspect the brake rotors on the steer axle for excessive heat damage and update the ABS software. |
| 10244826 | Vehicle Overspeed Warning Comes Active At A Lower Speed Than Expected; Vehicle Overspeed Warning In Driver Information Display (DID) - Model Year 2018 And Newer With New Style Instrument Cluster. |
| 10244825 | CBR: Vehicle Speed Factor (K-Factor) Programming - Speed Factor Value Incorrect When Calculated In Premium Tech Tool (PTT); Speedometer Reading Incorrectly Following A Change To Vehicle Speed Factor - US17+OBD16 And Newer Emissions, Common Model Year 2018. |
| 10243469 | Service Campaign: (Revision extending the campaign expiration date another year, to 12-31-2024) |
| 10243461 | TSB: Aftertreatment Diesel Exhaust Fluid (DEF) Tank, Level Sensor, Replacement |
| 10243460 | TSB: Aftertreatment Diesel Exhaust Fluid (DEF) Tank, Level Sensor, Replacement |
| 10243458 | CBR: Volvo Chassis - Nonfunctioning 12vAccessory Power Supply - Model Year(MY) 2017 To Present |
| 10241911 | CBR: Valve Stem Extension Contacting Outer Wheel |
| 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 |
| 10240272 | TSB: Hood Cable Breaking or Binding |
| 10240252 | CBR: Volvo DEF Dosing Valve Diagnostic Trouble Codes (DTC) P202D00, P208E00, P103B00 - US10+OBD13 And Newer Emissions |
| 10240249 | CBR: Volvo Chassis - Nonfunctioning 12v Accessory Power Supply - Model Year (MY) 2017 To Present |
| 10240244 | CBR: Programming Failure - Chassis With Cummins Engine And An Allison Transmission |
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