2018 Volvo Vnr recalls and problems

The 2018 Volvo Vnr has 2 recalls and 0 owner complaints on file with NHTSA.

How the 2018 compares

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2recalls

0complaints

0crashes

0fires

0injuries

—median miles

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2 recalls

Equipment

Jul 1, 2020 · NHTSA campaign 20V384000 · 89 vehicles

Problem: 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."

Risk: If the rear axles are overloaded, over time the wheel hubs may fail prematurely, increasing the risk of a crash.

Remedy & notes

Volvo will notify owners and send corrected replacement labels, free of charge. The recall began August 18, 2020. Owners may contact Volvo customer service at 1-800-528-6586. Volvo's number for this recall is RVXX2002.

Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.safercar.gov.

Electrical System

Jul 2, 2019 · NHTSA campaign 19V509000 · 235 vehicles

Problem: 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.

Risk: If the fuse blows the transmission may not shift, increasing the risk of a crash.

Remedy & notes

Volvo Trucks will notify owners, and dealers will inspect and replace the fuse, if necessary, free of charge. The recall began August 7, 2019. Owners may contact Volvo Trucks customer service at 1-800-528-6586. Volvo Truck's number for this recall is RVXX1903.

Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.safercar.gov.

Recall text as published by NHTSA and the manufacturer.

2018 vs. other Volvo Vnr years

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Questions

Does the 2018 Volvo Vnr have recalls?

Yes — NHTSA lists 2 recall campaigns covering the 2018 Volvo Vnr, the latest from Jul 1, 2020 (equipment). A recall applies to specific vehicles: enter your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls to see whether yours is affected and still open.

What are the most common problems with the 2018 Volvo Vnr?

Few complaints have been filed with NHTSA for the 2018 Volvo Vnr.