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2018 VOLVO VNL Recalls - California Lemon Law VOLVO VNL problems

Recalls For 2018 VOLVO VNL

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Recall #1 Issued: 2018 09 25 - Camp #20180925

This 2018 VOLVO VNL recall affects the ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE:DIESEL Manufactured by Volvo Trucks North America from 2015-12-04 through 2018-07-26

Description Of Defect

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.

Conseqence Of Defect

If the fuel line bursts, fuel may leak onto the road resulting in a roadway hazard for other motorists. The engine may also stall without warning, resulting in the vehicle's inability to restart, increasing the risk of a crash.

Corrective Action

Cummins will notify owners, and dealers will replace the single screen filter banjo bolt will be replaced with a dual screen filter banjo bolt, free of charge. The recall began November 21, 2018. Owners may contact Volvo customer service at 1-800-528-6586. Volvo's number for this recall is RVXX1802.

Additional Notes

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 #2 Issued: 2019 01 14 - Camp #20190114

This 2018 VOLVO VNL recall affects the POWER TRAIN:CLUTCH ASSEMBLY Manufactured by Volvo Trucks North America from 2017-04-03 through 2018-06-29

Description Of Defect

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.

Conseqence Of Defect

Unintended vehicle movement can increase the risk of a crash.

Corrective Action

Volvo has notified owners and dealers will update the Transmission Control Module software, free of charge. The recall began February 1, 2019. Owners can contact Volvo customer service at 1-800-528-6586. Volvo's number for this recall is RVXX1901.

Additional Notes

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 #3 Issued: 2019 03 18 - Camp #20190318

This 2018 VOLVO VNL recall affects the STRUCTURE:BODY Manufactured by Volvo Trucks North America from 2017-01-31 through 2019-01-11

Description Of Defect

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.

Conseqence Of Defect

If a window detaches from the vehicle, it may strike another vehicle or pedestrian, increasing the risk of a crash or injury.

Corrective Action

Volvo Trucks has notified owners, and dealers will replace the window hinge, free of charge. Owners were notified of the recall on April 8, 2019 and will be sent a second notice when the remedy parts are available. The recall began August 21, 2019. Owners may contact Volvo Trucks customer service at 1-800-528-6586. Volvo Trucks' number for this recall is RVXX1902.

Additional Notes

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 #4 Issued: 2019 07 02 - Camp #20190702

This 2018 VOLVO VNL recall affects the ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:WIRING:FUSES AND CIRCUIT BREAKERS Manufactured by Volvo Trucks North America from 2017-06-13 through 2019-04-28

Description Of Defect

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.

Conseqence Of Defect

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

Corrective Action

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.

Additional Notes

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 #5 Issued: 2020 07 01 - Camp #20200701

This 2018 VOLVO VNL recall affects the EQUIPMENT:OTHER:LABELS Manufactured by Volvo Trucks North America

Description Of Defect

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."

Conseqence Of Defect

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

Corrective Action

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.

Additional Notes

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.



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