2021 VOLVO VN — Problems, Recalls & Safety Data
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Safety Rating
4
Owner Complaints
2
Recalls
19
Service Bulletins
0
Investigations
Overview of the 2021 VOLVO VN
The 2021 VOLVO VN has received a total of 4 safety complaints filed with the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA). There have been 3 recall campaigns affecting this vehicle, covering issues with ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:SOFTWARE, SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC:ANTILOCK/TRACTION CONTROL/ELECTRONIC LIMITED SLIP:CONTROL UNIT/MODULE, SEATS:CRITICAL FASTENERS. 19 technical service bulletins have been issued by Volvo Trucks North America for this model year. The most commonly reported problems involve the Unknown Or Other (2 complaints), Electrical Systeminstrument Panelspeedometerodometer (1 complaint), and Structurebody (1 complaint).
Recalls for the 2021 VOLVO VN
NHTSA has recorded 3 recalls for the 2021 VOLVO VN, potentially affecting up to 250,536 vehicles.
Recall 24V790000 — ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:SOFTWARE
| 124,949 vehicles affected
Defect: Volvo Trucks North America (Volvo Trucks) is recalling certain 2020-2025 VN, VAH, VHD and VNRE trucks, equipped with Bendix EC80 Advanced Electronic Control Units (ECU). Electrical noise and low signal to the power line carrier may cause the ECU to incorrectly process commands or stop working.
Consequence: Safety systems that depend on the ECU (Automatic Traction Control, ABS, Electronic Stability Control, Active Cruise Control, and Collison Mitigation System) may have diminished or lost functionality, increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy: Dealers will reprogram the ECU software, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed December 9, 2024. Owners may contact Volvo Trucks customer service at 1-800-528-6586. Volvo Truck's number for this recall is RVXX2409.
View full details →Recall 24V790000 — SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC:ANTILOCK/TRACTION CONTROL/ELECTRONIC LIMITED SLIP:CONTROL UNIT/MODULE
| 124,949 vehicles affected
Defect: Volvo Trucks North America (Volvo Trucks) is recalling certain 2020-2025 VN, VAH, VHD and VNRE trucks, equipped with Bendix EC80 Advanced Electronic Control Units (ECU). Electrical noise and low signal to the power line carrier may cause the ECU to incorrectly process commands or stop working.
Consequence: Safety systems that depend on the ECU (Automatic Traction Control, ABS, Electronic Stability Control, Active Cruise Control, and Collison Mitigation System) may have diminished or lost functionality, increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy: Dealers will reprogram the ECU software, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed December 9, 2024. Owners may contact Volvo Trucks customer service at 1-800-528-6586. Volvo Truck's number for this recall is RVXX2409.
View full details →Recall 23V769000 — SEATS:CRITICAL FASTENERS
| 638 vehicles affected
Defect: Volvo Trucks North America (Volvo Trucks) is recalling certain 2019-2024 VN and VHD vehicles. The passenger side bench seat may be inadequately attached to the floor. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard numbers 207, "Seating Systems" and 210, "Seatbelt Assembly Anchorage."
Consequence: The attachment points may fail, allowing the bench seat to shift and increasing the risk of injury during a crash.
Remedy: Dealers will replace the weld nut with two nuts and a washer, free of charge. Owner letters were mailed February 29, 2024. Owners may contact Volvo Trucks customer service at 1-800-528-6586. Volvo Trucks number for this recall is RVXX2312.
View full details →Owner Complaints for the 2021 VOLVO VN
4 complaints have been filed with NHTSA for the 2021 VOLVO VN. Below is a breakdown by vehicle component.
| Component | Complaints | Crashes | Fires | Injuries | Deaths |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Unknown Or Other | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Electrical Systeminstrument Panelspeedometerodometer | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Structurebody | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
Most Recent Complaints
Odometer Fraud. The contact purchased a 2021 Volvo VN. The contact stated that while attempting to register the vehicle, it was discovered that there was a mileage discrepancy. The vehicle was a private sale. At the time of purchase, the vehicle mileage was 615,000 and at the time of registration, it was discovered that the mileage was 763,309. Local Authorities had not been notified.
RVXX2409 - Bendix ABS ECU Recall C6619 RVXX2004 Pedal Carrier Date Code Inspection Recall
Every window in this truck leaks. The upholstery is water stained around and underneath every window. This , I found out is a common problem for Volvo trucks. Volvo knows about this problem as they had a recall in 2019 for this very problem. Volvo Corp office also acknowledged a current recall for this problem. Certain trucks qualified for repair under recall according to Volvo. Certain trucks do not qualify. Why is that ?? Water leaking around and down from a window can cause structure damage, electrical fires and problems along with damage to interior upholstery. I was told my particular truck did not qualify for dealer repair and that i needed to pay to have every window resealed. WHY? This is a safety hazard and a known problem. This should be the responsibility of Volvo to make sure their vehicles do not leak water. For the price we pay for these vehicles we should expect a quality made and safe vehicle to operate . I want help in getting this addressed for myself and every individual that has this problem. It is unsafe. I did contact Volvo at 2 dealers and the Corp office. I filed a complaint with the Corp office and yet to have received a response from them. The Somerset Pennsylvania Volvo dealer said they would call me back as well , no response. That dealer along with the Corp office acknowledged there is a problem with windows leaking.
Every window in this truck leaks. The upholstery is water stained around and underneath every window. This , I found out is a common problem for Volvo trucks. Volvo knows about this problem as they had a recall in 2019 for this very problem. Volvo Corp office also acknowledged a current recall for this problem. Certain trucks qualified for repair under recall according to Volvo. Certain trucks do not qualify. Why is that ?? Water leaking around and down from a window can cause structure damage, electrical fires and problems along with damage to interior upholstery. I was told my particular truck did not qualify for dealer repair and that i needed to pay to have every window resealed. WHY? This is a safety hazard and a known problem. This should be the responsibility of Volvo to make sure their vehicles do not leak water. For the price we pay for these vehicles we should expect a quality made and safe vehicle to operate . I want help in getting this addressed for myself and every individual that has this problem. It is unsafe. I did contact Volvo at 2 dealers and the Corp office. I filed a complaint with the Corp office and yet to have received a response from them. The Somerset Pennsylvania Volvo dealer said they would call me back as well , no response. That dealer along with the Corp office acknowledged there is a problem with windows leaking.
Safety Rating for the 2021 VOLVO VN
NHTSA has not yet tested the 2021 VOLVO VN in its New Car Assessment Program.
Technical Service Bulletins for the 2021 VOLVO VN
Volvo Trucks North America has issued 19 technical service bulletins (TSBs) for the 2021 VOLVO VN. TSBs are notices sent by manufacturers to their dealers describing a known issue and the recommended repair procedure.
CBR 439-7 202505 — STRUCTURE:BODY
It has been found that the hood may not properly deflect water away from the "bird-beak" openings around the windshield opening.
CBR-2406 202410 — ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
CBR - Volvo VN Chassis - Headlight High Beams Do Not Function From Stalk Switch
CBR-2387 202409 — POWER TRAIN
CBR - Vehicles Equipped With A Lift Axle - Wheel Speed Fault Code SPN 793, SPN 794 Set When Axle Is Up
KC-2289 — ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:EXHAUST SYSTEM:EMISSION CONTROL
CBR - Diagnostic Trouble Code (DTC) P103200: Particulate Matter Sensor Removed from Exhaust - US21+OBD22 Emissions
S3174 — POWER TRAIN
Service Campaign: Volvo has received reports of certain VN chassis, with Allison transmissions, containing possible incorrect transmission mounting hardware.
KC-2260 — ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
Volvo Chassis - Timing Gear Plate Repair
S2936 — SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC
Anti-lock Braking System (ABS) Software Update And Inspection
S2936 — ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
Anti-lock Braking System (ABS) Software Update And Inspection
KC-2132 — PARKING BRAKE
Volvo Chassis - P05E662 Park brake Sensor/Switch Circuit Range/Performance, Signal Compare failure
KC-2132 — ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
Volvo Chassis - P05E662 Park brake Sensor/Switch Circuit Range/Performance, Signal Compare failure
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NHTSA Investigations for the 2021 VOLVO VN
There are no NHTSA defect investigations on record for this vehicle.
Other Model Years of the VOLVO VN
- 2016 VOLVO VN — 0 complaints
- 2017 VOLVO VN — 0 complaints
- 2018 VOLVO VN — 2 complaints
- 2019 VOLVO VN — 0 complaints
- 2020 VOLVO VN — 2 complaints
- 2021 VOLVO VN (current)
- 2022 VOLVO VN — 0 complaints
- 2023 VOLVO VN — 0 complaints
- 2024 VOLVO VN — 1 complaint
- 2025 VOLVO VN — 0 complaints
- 2026 VOLVO VN — 0 complaints
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