2012 VOLVO VnlVolvo Vnl 2012

Vehicle Details: Recalls, Investigations, Consumer Complaints, Decoded VIN Details, Service Bulletins

Below you will find all available information on the 2012 VOLVO Vnl, manufacturered by Volvo Group North America, Llc.
The vehicle is described as a 4x2 Truck-tractor (Cab only, or with any number of trailing unit; any weight).

ManufacturerKnown WMI(s)Fuel Type
VOLVO4V1 4V2 4V4 4VJ 4VK Diesel
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Frequently Asked Questions
  • Where is the 2012 VOLVO Vnl produced?
     - The 2012 VOLVO Vnl is produced in New River Valley Dublin Virginia, United States (usa).
  • Are there recalls for the 2012 VOLVO Vnl?
     - There are 24 recall(s) for the 2012 VOLVO Vnl, additional information is below.
  • What is the GVWR of a 2012 VOLVO Vnl?
     - The 2012 VOLVO Vnl has a GVWR of Class 7: 26,001 - 33,000 lb (11,794 - 14,969 kg) lbs.
  • How much horsepower does the 2012 VOLVO Vnl have?
     - The 2012 VOLVO Vnl has 375 horsepower.
NHTSA Mandated Recalls
  • Recall 115541 [USA]: 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.

  • Recall 107126 [USA]: If the mounting points crack and tear or the attaching bolts loosen or fail, the power unit may detach from the truck, becoming a road hazard and increasing the risk of a crash.

  • Recall 117415 [USA]: 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.

  • Recall 112812 [USA]: Premature tire failure could increase the risk of a vehicle crash.

  • Recall 115800 [USA]: If the drivetrain does not re-engage, the vehicle's stopping distance may be lengthened, increasing the risk of a crash.

  • Recall 104024 [USA]: If the active braking feature becomes disabled, the vehicle may not automatically activate the brakes as intended when the enhanced cruise control system is in use, thereby increasing the risk of a crash.

  • Recall 97332 [USA]: Inoperable wipers may result in poor driver visibility, increasing the risk of a crash.

  • Recall 97127 [USA]: 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.

  • Recall 96783 [USA]: Overheated brake components could result in a fire.

  • Recall 95293 [USA]: Loose or chafed cables may lead to overheating of the battery cable and switch which may result in a fire.

  • Recall 91020 [USA]: 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.

  • Recall 70613 [USA]: If the driver drives away with a trailer that is not properly coupled, the trailer can come loose and potentially result in a vehicle crash.

  • Recall 74919 [USA]: This can result in seam weld fracture when torque is applied. once the tube seam weld is fractured, the driveline may become inoperable, which may result in a disabled vehicle or debris from the driveline falling onto the roadway, both of which can increase the risk of a crash.

  • Recall 76192 [USA]: Slack adjusters with this flow notch could crack under normal braking conditions causing loss of braking which could result in a vehicle crash.

  • Recall 2015456 [Canada]: Structure

  • Recall 2014528 [Canada]: Tires

  • Recall 2014260 [Canada]: Brakes

  • Recall 2013275 [Canada]: Visual system

  • Recall 2013221 [Canada]: Other

  • Recall 2013126 [Canada]: Brakes

  • Recall 2013090 [Canada]: Electrical

  • Recall 2012032 [Canada]: Brakes

  • Recall 2011204 [Canada]: Powertrain

  • Recall 2011183 [Canada]: Brakes

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Bulletins

Bulletins are notices put out by manufacturers in conjunction with the NHTSA to notify the public of manufacturing issues or changes.

  • CBR-2333 202401 - ELECTRICAL SYSTEM: Cbr: tgw will not connect after sim card replacement
  • CBR-2320 202312 - ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING: Cbr: 11l engine - air conditioner (a/c) line damaged at bracket - model year 2007 to present.
  • V728-005A 202308 - SUSPENSION: Tsb: barksdale leveling valve, leak test
  • CBR-2120 202308 - ELECTRICAL SYSTEM: Cbr: volvo vhd & vn models - vehicle wil not start, pto active message displayed in cluster, pto light on when pto switch is turned off
  • CBR-2112 202307 - ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING: Cbr: programming failure - chassis with cummins engine and an allison transmission
  • KC-183 - POWER TRAIN: Volvo chassis - ( amt, i-shift ) - transmission grinding when downshifting ; range synchronizer (synchro) timing procedure - us07 and newer
  • SMB00-108C - EQUIPMENT:OTHER:OWNERS/SERVICE/OTHER MANUAL: Expendable items parts list.
  • V-265-002 - ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING: Tsb-charge air cooler t-clamp install.
  • CBR-2201 - ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING: Engine control module (ems) software (msw) information a?? August 2022; improvement list (change log) - us21+obd22 (13l vgt, tc) and us17+obd22 (11l) emissions
  • KC-145 - ELECTRICAL SYSTEM: Part information for amt input shaft repair kits and the shim kit that is required for repair.
  • KC-435 - POWER TRAIN: Volvo chassis - equipped with an automated manual transmission (amt, ishift) - snv 19-002 - amt oil filter housing corrosion
  • KC-2174 - SUSPENSION: Volvo chassis - drag link inspection and replacement criteria
  • KC-2028 - POWER TRAIN: Amt control housing bench testing - false failures
  • KC-2107 - ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING: Def level (uqls) sensor troubleshooting guide - us17+obd16 emissions and newer
  • KC-2112 - POWER TRAIN: Programming failure - chassis with cummins engine and an allison transmission
  • KC-2116 - ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING: Nox sensor troubleshooting guide - us10+obd13 and newer emissions
  • KC-2119 - SERVICE BRAKES, AIR: Dtc U012100 - lost communication with anti-lock brake system (abs) control module, no additional information
  • KC-2143 - VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL: (back office) - cruise control inoperative after updating software vecu5 without esp package (uesp)
  • KC-2165 - ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING: Def pump troubleshooting guide - us10+obd13 and newer emissions
  • KC-2171 - ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING: Temperature sensor troubleshooting guide - us10+obd13 and newer
  • KC-405 - POWER TRAIN: Warranty automated manual transmission ( amt, i-shift, mdrive ) control housing assembly; guidelines for filing a claim for chassis return visit with transmission issues after a repair requiring control housing removal and reinstallation -
  • KC-732 - EQUIPMENT: Unable to retrieve "on request" messages for peoplenet or omnitracs modules installed on the dl5 data link; third party electronic log device not reporting certain data
  • KC-734 - FUEL SYSTEM, DIESEL: Diesel particulate filter (dpf) and diesel oxidation catalyst (doc) pin testing procedure - us07 and newer emissions, model year 2008 and newer
  • KC-735 - UNKNOWN OR OTHER: Premium tech tool (ptt) - message for data mismatch, product configuration mismatch; instruction to run an accessory kit displayed when attempting to run diagnostics for diagnostic trouble codes (dtc) or programming - us10+obd13 and newer e
  • KC-750 - ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:EXHAUST SYSTEM:EMISSION CONTROL: Us10 emission engines - diagnostic trouble code ( dtc ) spn 1231 fmi 9 troubleshooting
  • KC-751 - POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION:INTERNAL:SHAFT:OUTPUT: Vehicles equipped with an automated manual transmission model d or f ( 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
  • KC-695 - ELECTRONIC STABILITY CONTROL:AUTOMATIC (ASC): Electronic stability program (esp), electronic stability control (esc): changes and removal information; permissible par file changes - us07 and newer emissions, model year 2008 and newer
  • KC-687 - ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING: Back office - diagnostic / troubleshooting procedures for exhaust gas recirculation (egr) system components; covers most egr system diagnostic trouble codes (dtc), see list in solution - us10, us10+obd13, us14+obd*, us17+obd* with a variabl
  • KC-2107 - ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING: Def level (uqls) sensor troubleshooting guide - us17+obd16 emissions and newer
  • KC-726 - ELECTRICAL SYSTEM: Fuel level gauge reading incorrect in the instrument cluster
  • SNV22-003 - UNKNOWN OR OTHER: The diagnostic process
  • KC-623 - POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION: Volvo i-shift amt will not calibrate after incorrect flywheel housing is installed
  • KC-635 - POWER TRAIN: Volvo chassis - automated manual transmission model f (amt-f, i-shift) - possible infrequent hiccup/stumble during steady engine/vehicle speed; diagnostic trouble code P1074-92, P1074-94, P1074-96 logging, appears as inactive
  • KC-636 - ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:PROPULSION SYSTEM:TRACTION MOTOR:CONTROLLER:SOFTWARE: Volvo fault code mid 144 psid 204 fmi 9
  • KC-639 - ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:SOFTWARE: Volvo snv15-008 vocom adapter ( 88890300 ) may lock up when updating firmware
  • KC-640 - UNKNOWN OR OTHER: Volvo chassis - dealer support communication - selecting the proper sr area for creating an eservice
  • KC-642 - ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE:ENGINE CONTROL MODULE (ECU/ECM):SOFTWARE: Volvo chassis - bendix abs6 to abs8 service information
  • KC-647 - UNKNOWN OR OTHER: Volvo chassis ghost codes due to poor grounding
  • KC-649 - UNKNOWN OR OTHER: Volvo snv14-035 when and how to contact tech support ( eservice & phone )
  • KC-650 - ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:INSTRUMENT PANEL:FUEL GAUGE:FUEL LEVEL FLOAT/SENSOR/SENDING UNIT: Volvo chassis - fuel level gauge slow to respond to changes in fuel level
  • KC-660 - UNKNOWN OR OTHER: Volvo chassis - pto pump speed calculator
  • KC-675 - ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:EXHAUST SYSTEM: (back office only) volvo chassis - equipped with a catalyzed exhaust aftertreatment system ( eats ) - regeneration ( regen ) failure diagnostic process - us07 to us16 emissions
  • TJ 35503 - EQUIPMENT: Panoramic sunroof, sealing strip has a gap
  • Service Manager - EQUIPMENT: Shipping and handling of volvo lithium-ion 48v mild hybrid battery to global battery solutions (gbs)
  • 356EN01 - EQUIPMENT: Vida qr scanner mobile app
  • KC-66 - EXTERIOR LIGHTING:HEADLIGHTS: Volvo chassis - led headlights conversion programming procedure - model vnl
  • KC-793 - FUEL SYSTEM, OTHER:KINETIC:FLYWHEEL,BEARINGS: Volvo chassis - equipped with an i-shift automatic manual transmission ( amt ) and d16 ( 16l ) engine - technical service bulletin v-216-001 twin mass flywheel conversion
  • KC-784 - ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:SOFTWARE: Volvo chassis - diagnostic trouble code ( dtc ) P0420 illuminating the malfunction indicator lamp (mil)
  • KC-705 - POWER TRAIN: Volvo chassis - diagnostic trouble codes ( dtc's ) - mid130 pid160 fmi1 or fmi2 - for the i-shift transmission
  • KC-675 - ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:EXHAUST SYSTEM: (back office only) volvo chassis - equipped with a catalyzed exhaust aftertreatment system ( eats ) - regeneration ( regen ) failure diagnostic process - us07 to us16 emissions
  • SLV22-002 - UNKNOWN OR OTHER: Volvo monthly bulletin release letter - feb 2022
  • KC-418 - SERVICE BRAKES, AIR: Volvo chassis - air brake system schematics and routing vn, vhd version 2, vt from build date 11.2011
  • KC-392 - POWER TRAIN:DRIVELINE:DRIVESHAFT: Volvo chassis - driveline (driveshaft, propeller shaft) ride height and angle, measurement and calculation; pinion angle measurement - model year 1996 and newer
  • KC-358 - FUEL SYSTEM, OTHER: Volvo chassis - us10 to us16 emissions - soot level will not reset after regen or locked at 140%
  • KC-305 - ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING: Volvo chassis - approved engine oil for volvo engines, factory fill oil information - us07 and newer emissions, model year 2008 and newer
  • KC-304 - ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING: Cylinder head reuse and replacement guidelines - inspection and information - us04 and newer emissions, commonly 2007 and newer model years
  • KC-226 - STRUCTURE:FRAME AND MEMBERS: Grounding bus bar (cloverleaf, grounding star, four point ground stud) on frame rail; inspection to be performed for power and ground, data link dtcs - us10 and newer emissions, model year 2011 and newer
  • KC-163 - FUEL SYSTEM, DIESEL: Diesel fuel information - acceptable biodiesel, fuel blend for summer and winter - us07 and newer emissions, model year 2008 and newer
  • KC-145 - POWER TRAIN: Automated manual transmission (amt) (spigot bearing) input shaft repair kit and shim kit, part number information, reference guide - us07 and newer emissions, model year 2008 and newer
  • KC-124 - POWER TRAIN: Automated manual transmission gearbox will not shift to high range after gearbox repair; mid 130 psid 24 fmi 1, P1072-92 unintentional disengagement of high range - us07 and newer emissions, model year 2008 and newer
  • KC-99 - ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:SOFTWARE: Volvo chassis 2008 and up led headlight conversion programming procedure
  • KC-271 - ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING: "intermittent occurrences of very brief loss of power, engine stumble or hiccup lasting much less than a second, most frequently between 1500 and 1700 rpm, no diagnostic trouble codes (dtc ) generated - all common rail fuel system chassis"
  • KC-2086 - EQUIPMENT: Volvo chassis - model vn - updated chassis fairing def door magnet/plate
  • KC-521 - EXTERIOR LIGHTING: Volvo chassis - exterior lights - converting from incandescent to led lamps; hardware and software requirements and programming information - model year 2008 through 2017
  • K41105570 - ELECTRICAL SYSTEM: Instrument cluster programming - programming fails or errors display when replacing an instrument cluster with a newer part number (conversion kit) - us04 to us10 chassis (9-pin diagnostic connector)
  • K44250068 - ENGINE (PWS): Volvo chassis - snv 14-026 P111C compressor discharge temperature sensor
  • K21533201 - ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING: Volvo chassis - discharge recirculation valve (drv) - fsb 258-029 , engine turbocharger compressor bypass valve deletion kit , installation
  • K68033394 - FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE: Volvo chassis - volvo fusion 2 collision warning system information
  • K17408563 - VISIBILITY: Volvo chassis - rain sensor bracket removal and installation procedure when using an aftermarket windshield
  • K15812145 - ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING: Volvo chassis - snv 15-016 documented process for engine oil consumption - all emissions, all model years
  • K37146742 - ENGINE (PWS): Us07 / us10 d13 turbocharger gasket
  • K62132009 - ENGINE (PWS): Volvo chassis - snv16-007 telematics gateway ( tgw ) goes offline due to vin mismatch when test engine ecu is installed
  • K11907301 - EQUIPMENT: Volvo chassis - equipped with an automated manual transmission model d or f ( 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
  • K86900043 - ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:EXHAUST SYSTEM: Exhaust gas recirculation (egr) system - fault codes spn 412 fmi 0,2,5; diagnostic trouble codes (dtc) P040A, P040B, P1121 - temperature sensor inspection
  • K91214678 - EQUIPMENT:OTHER:OWNERS/SERVICE/OTHER MANUAL : Automated manual transmission (amt) faults - diagnostic trouble codes (dtc) P1052-18 or mid 130 pid 33 fmi 5 intermittent fault in cold weather - us07 and newer emissions, model year 2008 and newer
  • K51303113 - ENGINE (PWS): Volvo chassis - equipped with an automated manual transmission ( amt, i-shift ) - reverse / back-up lights inoperative, no diagnostic trouble codes (dtc), no issues with circuit, additional check - us10 and us13 emissions, commonly model ye
  • K14701433 - FUEL SYSTEM, DIESEL: Diagnostic trouble code ( dtc ) P009E - 73 - fuel pressure relief control performance / stuck off - ghg17 ( us17 ) chassis with common rail fuel system, updated to reflect ghg17 software release
  • K24483157 - ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:EXHAUST SYSTEM:EMISSION CONTROL: Diagnostic trouble codes ( dtc ) P208E and P103B logging with possible derate ( scr inducement ) - obd15, us14+obd16 emissions and newer rewrote test procedure for better clarity.
  • K24400052 - POWER TRAIN:MANUAL TRANSMISSION: Volvo chassis - equipped with an automated manual transmission (amt, i-shift ) - error code 126 displayed in premium tech tool (ptt ) while performing the calibration procedure after the shift control housing has been removed and installed,
  • K97651904 - ENGINE (PWS): Volvo chassis - diagnostic trouble code ( dtc ) P2459 lighting the malfunction indicator lamp ( mil ); possible frequent regeneration requests - obd15 and us14+obd16 (non-common rail) chassis, changed repair instructions to reflect obd16 so
  • K52326370 - FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE:FUEL INJECTION SYSTEM:FUEL RAIL: Volvo chassis - diesel exhaust fluid ( def ) contamination in fuel system, inspection and repair - us10 to us14 ( non-common rail fuel system ) removed information for common rail chassis - now has its own solution.
  • K14701433 - FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE:FUEL INJECTION SYSTEM:FUEL RAIL: Diagnostic trouble code ( dtc ) P009E - 73 - fuel pressure relief control performance / stuck off - ghg17 ( us17 ) chassis with common rail fuel systemchanged repair instructions to reflect new procedures
  • K14637412 - FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE:FUEL INJECTION SYSTEM:FUEL RAIL: Diagnostic trouble code ( dtc ) P0194 - 00 - fuel rail pressure sensor ( rps ), circuit erratic, intermittent - us17 ( ghg17 ) emissions and newer ( common rail fuel system ); common model years 2017 and 2018changed repair instructions to r
  • K97651904 - ELECTRICAL SYSTEM: INSTRUMENT CLUSTER/PANEL: Volvo chassis - diagnostic trouble code ( dtc ) P2459 lighting the malfunction indicator lamp ( mil ); possible frequent regeneration requests - obd15 and newer chassisupdated to reflect release of fsb284-064 (above)
  • K82320750 - POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION: Automated manual transmission ( amt - f ) ( i-shift) clutch valve unit ( cvu ) makes intermittent buzzing noise with the key on and engine offchanged repair information to reflect new software available.
  • K05680314 - LANE DEPARTURE: WARNING: Volvo chassis - equipped with volvo active driver assist ( vada ), with or without lane departure warning ( ldws ) - diagnostic trouble code ( dtc ) spn 516103 fmi 19, bendix code 167 with possible "lane departure warning malfunction" messa
  • K86412082 - ELECTRICAL SYSTEM: INSTRUMENT CLUSTER/PANEL: Engine diagnostic trouble codes ( dtc's ) P24A0 and P249F lighting the malfunction indicator lamp ( mil ) - obd15 (commonly model year 2016) and newerupdated to reflect release of fsb284-064 (above)
  • K51683834 - STRUCTURE: Volvo chassis - diagnostic trouble code ( dtc ) P0128, diagnostic and repair - us14+obd13 (commonly year model 2015) and newerupdated to reflect release of fsb284-064 (above)
  • K27690302 - EXTERIOR LIGHTING: Volvo chassis - diagnostic trouble code ( dtc ) P226C intermittently lighting the malfunction indicator lamp ( mil ) - obd15 and obd16 conventional chassisupdated to reflect release of fsb284-064 (above)
  • K15164821 - EQUIPMENT:OTHER:OWNERS/SERVICE/OTHER MANUAL : Volvo chassis - diagnostic trouble code ( dtc ) P2002, diagnostic information - obd13 and newerupdated to reflect release of fsb284-064 (above)
  • K03179378 - FUEL SYSTEM, OTHER: Service only regen requested with no warning. Active fault codes P24A4 / P10FE - obd15 and obd16 chassis; does not apply to us17 (common rail fuel system) chassisupdated to reflect release of fsb284-064 (above)
  • K84412328 - EXTERIOR LIGHTING: Diagnostic trouble code ( dtc ) P249C intermittently lighting the malfunction indicator lamp ( mil ) - obd15 and obd16, model year ( my ) 2016 and 2017 chassisupdated to reflect release of fsb284-064 (above)
  • K42708399 - EQUIPMENT:OTHER:OWNERS/SERVICE/OTHER MANUAL : Diagnostic trouble code ( dtc ) P0422 lighting the malfunction indicator light ( mil ) - obd15 and obd16 chassis (non-common rail)updated to reflect release of fsb284-064 (above)
  • K04596533 - LANE DEPARTURE: WARNING: "volvo chassis - equipped with volvo active driver assist ( vada ), with or without lane departure warning ( ldws ) - diagnostic trouble code ( dtc ) spn 70 mi 9, bendix code 64 with possible ""lane departure warning malfunction"" message
  • K24483157 - ELECTRICAL SYSTEM: Diagnostic trouble codes ( dtc ) P208E and P103B logging with possible derate (scr inducement ) - us13 emissions and newer
  • FSB 293-024 - ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:EXHAUST SYSTEM:EMISSION CONTROL:GAS RECIRCULATION VALVE (EGR VALVE): Exhaust gas recirculation (egr) differential pressure sensor
  • FSB 210-001 - EQUIPMENT:OTHER:LABELS: Engine data label
  • FSB 356-003 - EXTERIOR LIGHTING:FOG LIGHTS: Fog lamp moisture intrusion
  • FSB711-009 - EQUIPMENT ADAPTIVE/MOBILITY: Some volvo vnm, vnl and vah trucks built between 02/23/2009 and 07/14/2017 with steel bogie cross members may develop cracks depending on application or duty cycle.
  • 386-004 - FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE:STORAGE:TANK ASSEMBLY: Volvo trucks: vn : compressed models built between 2011-2014 needs fuel management module replacement. Gauge may show incorrect tank levels. *lj
  • 379-001 - ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:SOFTWARE: Volvo trucks: vn 2010-2014 dual pin lift gate receptable. Requires cleaning to prevent corrosion build up. *lj
  • TJ-25329 - WHEELS:HUB: Volvo: on some vehicles, the steering knuckle would have wheel hub displaced and would to replace wheel hub. *pe
  • FSB-322-002 - ENGINE (PWS): Volvo: the location of front left battery box, voltage drop on charging circuit is higher than recommended when utilizing voltage drop test with intellicheck tester. Model 2010-2013 vn. *pe
  • FSB-356-003 - EXTERIOR LIGHTING:FOG LIGHTS: Volvo: the captive nuts molded into fog lamp housing to spin and crack the housing caused by the use of pneumatic or high torque electric tools, on some trucks. Model vnl. No years listed. *pe
  • SP-491-030 - EQUIPMENT ADAPTIVE/MOBILITY: Volvo trucks: the o rings were installed on transmissions incorrectly at time of assembly, causing transmission fluid loss and/or damage to transmission, prematurely. *pe updated 8/21/12. *pe
  • EER-RVXX1105 - ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE: Volvo: see document search button for owner letter. On some vehicles the d13f engine, the engine exhaust gas recirculation (egr) will experience leakage between exhaust gas and coolant pats inside cooler. Emissions not impacting cooler i
  • FSB-381-040 - VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL:CRUISE CONTROL: Volvo: the led indicator may display an incorrect cruise control set point. *rm
Known Recall Investigations
  • Discrepancies in required cfr reporting investigation # AQ18005

    On october 22, 2018, an audit query (aq18-005) was opened to assess the completeness and timeliness of volvo groups early warning reporting, safety recalls, and communications submissions to the agency.Nhtsas investigation determined that volvo group failed to recall vehicles in a timely fashion and to comply with other recall and reporting requirements, including notifying owners of recalls and reporting death and injury incidents.Nhtsa and volvo group entered into a consent order on january 27, 2023 to resolve aq18-005.As part of the consent order, volvo group agreed to a total civil penalty of one-hundred and thirty million dollars ($130,000,000), of which, sixty-five million dollars ($65,000,000) was paid on february 21, 2023.Also, of that total civil penalty, volvo group agreed to spend twenty million dollars ($20,000,000) on the specific performance obligation to create a safety data analytics infrastructure to detect and study emerging safety-related defect trends on its vehicles. The consent order also holds forty-five million dollars ($45,000,000) of the civil penalty in abeyance pending volvo groups satisfactory completion of the requirements of this consent order, and its compliance with the safety act, and regulations thereunder.The consent order is for a three-year term and may be extended by up to two years if nhtsa reasonably finds that an extension is warranted.In the consent order, volvo group agreed to several performance obligations, including enhanced oversight of its compliance with the safety act and the terms of the consent order through a third-party auditor and regular meetings with nhtsa.The third-party auditor will recommend and oversee implementation of process improvements to enhance volvo groups safety compliance processes and oversee the companys review of past recalls and submissions to nhtsa for accuracy and completeness.Also, via the consent order, volvo group agreed to create updated written policies, procedures, and training to ensure that its employees understand the requirements of the safety act, the regulations thereunder, and this consent order.Volvo group further agreed to launch a user interface on its websites to allow users to search vehicle identification numbers (vins) for open recalls and implement a system to support nhtsas vin lookup tool.Based on the consent order, this audit query investigation, aq18-005, is closed.Closure of this aq has no bearing on the terms of the consent order, including volvo groups ongoing performance obligations or legal obligations, and does not represent a determination by nhtsa as to volvo groups performance under the consent order to date.

  • Windshield wiper failures investigation # PE13005

    Through regular communications with heavy truck fleets, odi learned of a potential issue involving failures of both the windshield wiper motor or linkage on model year 2011-2012 volvo vnl trucks.Odi searched its early warning reporting (ewr) database and identified a significant number of claims of wiper system problems reported by volvo.In some cases the windshield wiper linkage separated and in others the wiper motor failed.In both failure modes, the visibility of the driver is significantly diminished.In response to an odi information request (ir) dated 25 march 2013, volvo provided warranty data that identified three distinct windshield wiper failure modes on the subject vehicles: wiper motor, wiper linkage, and wiper arms.Analyzing the warranty data revealed elevated rates of wiper motor and wiper arm failures.The warranty data further showed that the wiper arm failures occurred early in the vehicle service life suggesting that those that were likely to fail had already doneso.However the wiper motor failures were found to be an ongoing concern.Owners continued to file warranty claims at an elevated rate at the time of this investigation.Following a meeting on 25 july 2013, volvo notified odi on 9 august 2013 they had determined the wiper motor drive gear may prematurely fail on subject vehicles manufactured from 1 february 2010 through 30 september 2010 and 1 june 2011 through 30 november 2011.Volvo states that the failure presents a risk of decreased visibility through the windshield, which may result in a vehicle crash.Volvo initiated a safety recall (nhtsa recall no. 13v-349) to address the safety defect in approximately 17,824 model year 2011 and 2012 vah, vhd, vnl, and vnm trucks.Volvo?S action to remedy the subject vehicles for the defective wiper motor resolves the issue raised by this investigation and therefore this investigation is closed.

  • Stop lamp switch signal investigation # PE13002

    The office of defects investigation (odi) received early warning reporting (ewr) data from the manufacturer that indicated some number of subject vehicles equipped with the subject automated manual transmission had allegedly experienced a condition where the clutch failed to automatically disengage the transmission from the engine as intended. This may result in extended stopping distances and/or unintended forward motion of a vehicle previously at rest.To date, odi is aware of 134 subject vehicles with one or more complaints or field reports related to this condition.Also, odi is aware of 164 subject vehicles with one or more warranty claims related to this condition.By letter dated june 25, 2013, volvo trucks north america (volvo) notified odi that it has initiated a safety recall (nhtsa recall no. 13v268 and volvo recall no. Rvxx1303) to address a safety defect in approximately 23,003 model year (my) 2007 through 2014 volvo vah, vhd, vnl, vnm and vt model trucks. The affected vehicles were manufactured from december 20, 2006 through may 22, 2013 and were originally equipped with the subject automated manual transmissions.According to volvo, reports of the subject transmission clutch mechanism failing to automatically disengage as intended are associated with the removal of a brake pedal micro switch that provided a redundant signal to the transmission control module indicating the brakes had been applied.Previously, volvo had removed this brake pedal micro switch from new vehicle production and from certain vehicles already in-service via two field service campaigns (sp 432-024 and sp 432-026) because it decided the switch was unnecessary and/or a maintenance issue.In the absence of this redundant brake pedal micro switch, the clutch mechanism may fail to disengage the transmission from the engine at low vehicle speed should the stop lamp switch fail to send and/or the transmission control module fail to receive the primary signal.At the time of this closing, volvo is evaluating available remedies and will provide nhtsa with details when the recall remedy procedure has been finalized.Volvo will notify affected owners by mail by august 25, 2013.Please see nhtsa recall no. 13v268 for details.Accordingly, this investigation is closed.

  • Volvo sleeper glass de-bonding investigation # RQ11001

    Odi opened recall query rq11-001 after a review of ewr field reports identified lower bunk window separations on the subject vehicles.Volvo had issued three recalls for sleeper window separations since 2003.Additionally, volvo had issued two bulletins for sleeper window issues during the same time period.The frequency of related actions led odi to open this formal investigation.An information request (ir) letter was sent to volvo on 23 june 2011.Volvo responded on 17 august 2011 and then provided updated warranty information on 9 january 2012.Volvo provided production change data and warranty information which was correlated to vehicle build month and failure date.Odi analyzed the data to determine if additional production time frames should have been included in previous recalls.Odi also requested information from its network of fleet owners.The response from this network reaffirmed the accuracy of the updated warranty information.Based on the information and data received, odi has concluded that all production periods have been appropriately addressed by volvos previous recalls and no additional recall action is required at this time.

NHTSA decoded information from VIN

138 Results returned successfully. NOTE: Any missing decoded values should be interpreted as NHTSA does not have data on the specific variable. Missing value should NOT be interpreted as an indication that a feature or technology is unavailable for a vehicle.

Variable Value
Body Cab TypeMDHD: Conventional
Body ClassTruck-Tractor
Brake System TypeAir
DisplacementCC12800.0
DisplacementCI781.10392441257
DisplacementL12.8
Drive Type4x2
Engine ConfigurationIn-Line
Engine Cylinders6
EngineHP375
EngineHP_to424
EngineKW279.6375
Engine ManufacturerVolvo
Engine ModelD13
Error Text0 - VIN decoded clean. Check Digit (9th position) is correct
Fuel Type PrimaryDiesel
GVWRClass 7: 26,001 - 33,000 lb (11,794 - 14,969 kg)
MakeVOLVO TRUCK
MakeID487
ManufacturerVOLVO GROUP NORTH AMERICA, LLC
Manufacturer Id1015
ModelVNL
ModelID1967
Model Year2012
NCSA Body TypeTruck-tractor (Cab only, or with any number of trailing unit; any weight)
NCSA MakeVolvo
NCSA ModelMedium/Heavy – CBE
NoteCab Type: Conventional - New Generation
Plant CityNEW RIVER VALLEY DUBLIN
Plant CountryUNITED STATES (USA)
Plant StateVIRGINIA
VIN4V4N19EG8CN560812
Vehicle TypeTRUCK
Most Recent Consumer Complaints and Accidents
CrashFireTowedInjuredDeathsFailure
Date
NoNoN NoneNone20170611

I both the volvo 780 semi truck 8 months ago and i do still have a problem. I do replace whole suspension, make a 6 times alignment and truck still sway in the road. Dealer from connecticut do test drive and he said my whole cab sway from right to the left. He recommended replacement cab shocks and i did, just whole cab it's sway any way. Poor wather like wind it's is difficult driving, road zone not even lane it's terrible and awcorse in the take a curve i have to slow down to the minimum speed, make a denger for other driver. I will be put truck for shop do investigation, just i'm put in almost $10.000 for repair like i do not have to replace my whole suspension and other stuff, also i still have a truck payment and insurance and i have to to run. Like i read other complain, other drivers have a similar problem. Plese do something. Truly wesley o/o . Have a nice day

NoNoN NoneNone20161031

Tl* the contact owns a 2012 volvo vnl. The contact stated that there was a manufacturer recall on the vehicle. The vehicle was taken to the dealer to be serviced, but the contact was uncertain if the vehicle was repaired. After the repair, the vehicle failed to start and rode roughly. The vehicle was taken back to the dealer for diagnostic testing. The manufacturer was notified of the failure and the contact was waiting for them to provide a repair solution. The recall specifics and failure mileage were not available.

NoNoN 1 InjuredNone20150919

Tl* the contact owns a 2016 (na) volvo vnl. The contact stated that while getting off the top bunk of the vehicle, the contact became injured and received nerve damage. The vehicle was taken to the dealer where it was diagnosed that the floor of the vehicle failed and needed to be replaced. The vehicle was repaired. The manufacturer was made aware of the failure. The failure mileage was 2,500. The vin was not available.

CrashNoN 2 InjuredNone20150308

Drag link failed, a known issue to the manufacturer resulting in total loss of control. Crashed into center wall then thru guardrail and down embankment. Air bags failed to deploy also. Passenger was hurt very bad, driver slightly hurt. Large truck out of control on the interstate from a problem the company knew to exist is criminal. Truck was well maintained per volvo instructions. 329090 miles on the truck. *tr

NoNoN NoneNone20120227

Tl* the contact owns a 2012 volvo vnl 670. The vehicle was included in the recall under nhtsa campaign id number: 12v036000 (service brakes, air:supply:check valve) and was taken to the dealer for recall repairs. The recall repair was a temporary repair which included disabling the traction control. The manufacturer did not provide a permanent remedy for the defect. The contact stated that she no longer felt safe driving the vehicle. The vehicle was not repaired. The vin was not available. The approximate failure mileage was 118,390.

Common OBD-II Error Codes
  • U0121 [1] Lost Communication With Anti-Lock Brake System (ABS) Control Module
  • P1074 [1] P1074
  • P0420 [1] Catalyst System Efficiency Below Threshold (Bank 1)
  • P1072 [1] P1072
  • P111C [1] P111C
  • P040A [1] Exhaust Gas Recirculation Temperature Sensor "A" Circuit
  • P040B [1] Exhaust Gas Recirculation Temperature Sensor "A" Circuit Range/Performance
  • P1121 [1] Engine Coolant sensor out of range/ECT Sensor Out Of Self Test Range
  • P1052 [1] P1052
  • P009E [2] Fuel Pressure Relief Control Performance/Stuck Off
  • P208E [2] Reductant Injection Valve Stuck Closed Bank 1 Unit 1
  • P103B [2] P103B
  • P2459 [2] Diesel Particulate Filter Regeneration Frequency
  • P0194 [1] Fuel Rail Pressure Sensor A Circuit Intermittent
  • P249F [1] Excessive time to enter closed loop Diesel particulate filter (DPF) regeneration control
  • P24A0 [1] Closed loop Diesel particulate filter (DPF) regeneration control, control limit reached – temperature too low
  • P0128 [1] Coolant Thermostat (Coolant Temperature Below Thermostat Regulating Temperature)
  • P226C [1] ISO/SAE Reserved
  • P2002 [1] Diesel Particulate Filter Efficiency Below Threshold Bank 1
  • P24A4 [1] P24A4
  • P10FE [1] P10FE
  • P249C [1] Excessive time to enter closed loop reductant injection control
  • P0422 [1] Main Catalyst Efficiency Below Threshold (Bank 1)
Latest VINs Decoded for this Manufacturer
VIN Year Model Manufactured In
4V4NC9EH2CN5615062012VNLNEW RIVER VALLEY DUBLIN VIRGINIA, UNITED STATES (USA)
4V4N19EG8CN5608122012VNLNEW RIVER VALLEY DUBLIN VIRGINIA, UNITED STATES (USA)
4V4NC9EH0CN5559802012VNLNEW RIVER VALLEY DUBLIN VIRGINIA, UNITED STATES (USA)
4V4NC9EHXCN5634072012VNLNEW RIVER VALLEY DUBLIN VIRGINIA, UNITED STATES (USA)
4V4NC9EJ2CN5578292012VNLNEW RIVER VALLEY DUBLIN VIRGINIA, UNITED STATES (USA)
4V4NC9TH3CN5600752012VNLNEW RIVER VALLEY DUBLIN VIRGINIA, UNITED STATES (USA)
4V4NC9EJ8CN5536102012VNLNEW RIVER VALLEY DUBLIN VIRGINIA, UNITED STATES (USA)
4V4NC9TG9CN5403072012VNLNEW RIVER VALLEY DUBLIN VIRGINIA, UNITED STATES (USA)
4V4NC9EH1CN5382512012VNLNEW RIVER VALLEY DUBLIN VIRGINIA, UNITED STATES (USA)
4V4NC9EH5CN5365522012VNLNEW RIVER VALLEY DUBLIN VIRGINIA, UNITED STATES (USA)
4V4NC9TH5CN5376382012VNLNEW RIVER VALLEY DUBLIN VIRGINIA, UNITED STATES (USA)
4V4NC9EJ5CN5390172012VNLNEW RIVER VALLEY DUBLIN VIRGINIA, UNITED STATES (USA)
4V4NC9EH6CN5424112012VNLNEW RIVER VALLEY DUBLIN VIRGINIA, UNITED STATES (USA)
4V4NC9EH9CN5440382012VNLNEW RIVER VALLEY DUBLIN VIRGINIA, UNITED STATES (USA)
4V4NC9EJ7CN5424532012VNLNEW RIVER VALLEY DUBLIN VIRGINIA, UNITED STATES (USA)
4V4NC9EG2CN5555182012VNLNEW RIVER VALLEY DUBLIN VIRGINIA, UNITED STATES (USA)
4V4NC9EH4CN5536962012VNLNEW RIVER VALLEY DUBLIN VIRGINIA, UNITED STATES (USA)
4V4NC9EJ9CN5600162012VNLNEW RIVER VALLEY DUBLIN VIRGINIA, UNITED STATES (USA)
4V4N19EG7CN5472432012VNLNEW RIVER VALLEY DUBLIN VIRGINIA, UNITED STATES (USA)
4V4NC9TG4CN5401822012VNLNEW RIVER VALLEY DUBLIN VIRGINIA, UNITED STATES (USA)
4V4NC9EG9CN5418572012VNLNEW RIVER VALLEY DUBLIN VIRGINIA, UNITED STATES (USA)
4V4NC9TH2CN5600352012VNLNEW RIVER VALLEY DUBLIN VIRGINIA, UNITED STATES (USA)
4V4NC9TH3CN5491902012VNLNEW RIVER VALLEY DUBLIN VIRGINIA, UNITED STATES (USA)
4V4NC9EJ4CN5529242012VNLNEW RIVER VALLEY DUBLIN VIRGINIA, UNITED STATES (USA)

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