Volvo Vnm — Seats And Restraints
High risk
Nov 15, 2023
Model years: 2019, 2020, 2021, 2022, 2023, 2024
Issue : On certain trucks equipped with an optional passenger-side bench seat, the seat may not be properly attached to the floor. As a result, the seat could move or detach in a c
Also affects: Volvo Vn, Volvo Vnrhd
Volvo Vnm — Structure
High risk
Jul 3, 2019
Model years: 2019, 2020
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 air tank to drop to the ground
Also affects: Volvo Vah, Volvo Vhd, Volvo Vnl
Volvo Vnm — Powertrain
High risk
Jul 3, 2019
Model years: 2018, 2019, 2020
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 while driving. This could cause
Also affects: Volvo Vah, Volvo Vhd, Volvo Vnl
Volvo Vnm — Engine
High risk
Jun 3, 2016
Model years: 2017
On certain vehicles, the Engine Control Module (ECM) may develop an internal electrical short circuit that could blow a fuse in the ECM's electrical supply circuit. This could caus
Also affects: Volvo Vnl
Volvo Vnm — Steering
High risk
Feb 18, 2016
Model years: 2016
On certain vehicles, a defect in the ball joint seals on the drag link could allow corrosion to form in the joint, leading to accelerated wear. This could result in ball joint fail
Also affects: Volvo Vnl
Volvo Vnm — Steering
High risk
Feb 18, 2016
Model years: 2016, 2017
On certain vehicles manufactured with a 2-piece steering shaft, the lower or upper steering shaft may disconnect from the coupler. Separation would result in complete loss of steer
Also affects: Volvo Vnl, Volvo Vnx
Volvo Vnm — Steering
High risk
Nov 24, 2015
Model years: 2016
On certain vehicles manufactured with a 2-piece steering shaft, the bolt torque on the joint that couples the upper and lower steering shaft could be lower than specification. This
Also affects: Volvo Vnl, Volvo Vnx
Volvo Vnm — Brakes
High risk
Mar 18, 2015
Model years: 2015
On certain vehicles, brake chamber diaphragm(s) may not be properly seated. This could lead to brake drag, causing brake overheating or unintended spring brake application. These i
Also affects: Volvo Vnl, Volvo Vhd
Volvo Vnm — Powertrain
High risk
Nov 20, 2014
Model years: 2015
On certain vehicles equipped with Eco-Roll, which allows the transmission to disengage from the engine in certain situations to conserve fuel, a defect in the software may prevent
Also affects: Volvo Vhd, Volvo Vnl
Volvo Vnm — Brakes
High risk
Sep 9, 2014
Model years: 2014, 2015
On certain vehicles, bolts that hold the brake caliper to the backing plate may not have been tightened to specification, and could allow the brake caliper to separate from the bac
Also affects: Volvo Vnl
Volvo Vnm — Seats And Restraints
High risk
Nov 26, 2013
Model years: 2014
On certain trucks, the seat belts may not comply with Canada Motor Vehicle Safety Standard 209 - Seat Belt Assemblies. Due to a defect in manufacturing, the seat belt buckle may no
Also affects: Volvo Vnl, Volvo Vhd
Volvo Vnm — Visual System
High risk
Aug 9, 2013
Model years: 2011, 2012
On certain vehicles, the windshield wipers may fail. Loss of windshield wiping capability, should it occur during a rainy/snowy day, may compromise the driver’s ability to see the
Also affects: Volvo Vah, Volvo Vhd, Volvo Vnl
Volvo Vnm — Other
High risk
Jun 25, 2013
Model years: 2007, 2008, 2009, 2010, 2011, 2012, 2013, 2014
On certain vehicles, the secondary clutch disengagement switch may have been omitted during vehicle assembly or, in some instances, removed during servicing. As such, primary switc
Also affects: Volvo Vah, Volvo Vhd, Volvo Vnl, Volvo Vt
Volvo Vnm — Electrical
High risk
Mar 22, 2013
Model years: 2012, 2013, 2014
On certain trucks, the battery cables were fastened to the remote battery disconnect switch using incorrect hardware. In addition, the cables may be prone to chafing and vibration.
Also affects: Volvo Vnl, Volvo Vhd
Volvo Vnm — Wheels
High risk
Oct 11, 2012
Model years: 2013
On certain vehicles, the wheel rims may have been manufactured incorrectly and could fail. A wheel separating from the vehicle could cause a loss of control and a crash. In additio
Also affects: Volvo Vhd, Volvo Vnl
Volvo Vnm — Brakes
High risk
Feb 1, 2012
Model years: 2011, 2012, 2013
On certain trucks equipped with Bendix ATR-6 Antilock Traction Relay valves, in extremely cold conditions (at or below -18 degrees Celsius), internal ATR valve leakage can occur. T
Also affects: Volvo Vhd, Volvo Vnl
Volvo Vnm — Powertrain
High risk
May 19, 2011
Model years: 2012
On certain trucks, the driveshaft may not have been welded correctly during the manufacturing process. This could allow the driveshaft to fracture along the length of the tube seam
Also affects: Volvo Vhd, Volvo Vnl
Volvo Vnm — Brakes
High risk
May 2, 2011
Model years: 2012
On certain vehicles, the slack adjuster housings may have been manufactured incorrectly, which could allow the housings to fracture and fail. As a result, the wheel brake to which
Also affects: Volvo Vnl, Volvo Vhd
Volvo Vnm — Label
High risk
Oct 12, 2010
Model years: 2008, 2009, 2010, 2011
On certain vehicles, the tire description may be incorrect on the certification label, which is a non-compliance to Canada Motor Vehicle Safety Standard 120 - Tire Selection and Ri
Also affects: Volvo Vnl, Volvo Vt, Volvo Vhd
Volvo Vnm — Suspension
High risk
Jun 25, 2010
Model years: 2001, 2002, 2003, 2004, 2005, 2006
On certain trucks, the drag link may fail, which could result in a ball socket separation. A separation of the drag link will cause a complete loss of steering, and may result in a
Also affects: Volvo Vnl
Volvo Vnm — Other
High risk
May 19, 2009
Model years: 2001, 2002, 2003, 2004, 2005, 2006, 2007, 2008
On certain vehicles, the windshield wiper motor may be susceptible to water intrusion, which could result in an electrical short circuit and a fire. This could cause property damag
Also affects: Volvo Vhd, Volvo Vnl, Volvo Vt
Volvo Vnm — Electrical
High risk
Dec 10, 2007
Model years: 2003, 2004, 2005, 2006, 2007, 2008
On certain trucks, the automatic circuit breakers used to protect the vehicle lighting system may not provide adequate protection. If a short circuit occurs, components and wiring
Also affects: Volvo Vhd, Volvo Vnl, Volvo Vt
Volvo Vnm — Steering
High risk
Nov 14, 2007
Model years: 2008
On certain trucks, the bolts that attach the steering gear to the frame may not have been tightened to the specified torque. This could allow the bolts to loosen and fall-out, poss
Also affects: Volvo Vt, Volvo Vnl
Volvo Vnm — Other
High risk
Oct 19, 2007
Model years: 2007, 2008
On certain trucks, the fifth wheel hitch assembly's lever arm may have been incorrectly installed during the manufacturing process. The lever arm pivot bolt may have been over-tigh
Also affects: Volvo Vt, Volvo Vhd, Volvo Vnl
Volvo Vnm — Other
High risk
Sep 7, 2007
Model years: 2008
On certain vehicles, inadequate hood cylinder dampening may allow the hood to be opened with too much force. Once the cylinders reach full extension, this lack of dampening could c
Also affects: Volvo Vhd, Volvo Vnl, Volvo Vt
Volvo Vnm — Fuel System
High risk
Aug 7, 2007
Model years: 2007, 2008
On certain trucks, when the ignition key is in the 'ON' position, the pre-heater, located in the fuel filter base, is energized. If this pre-heater is energized while maintenance i
Also affects: Volvo Vhd, Volvo Vnl, Volvo Vt
Volvo Vnm — Steering
High risk
Jul 25, 2007
Model years: 2007, 2008
On certain trucks, the locknut used to retain the steering shaft may not have had the lock feature. As a result, the nut could loosen, allowing the steering shaft to separate, caus
Also affects: Volvo Vnl, Volvo Vhd, Volvo Vt
Volvo Vnm — Other
High risk
Mar 16, 2007
Model years: 2007, 2008
On certain trucks, the axle housing may have been manufactured with steel that was out of specification (9.5mm thick instead of 11mm thick), which could result in a fatigue failure
Also affects: Volvo Vnl
Volvo Vnm — Powertrain
High risk
Sep 29, 2006
Model years: 2007
On certain trucks, an improperly seated or missing u-joint snap ring can result in the bearing cup to separate from the slip yoke sub-assembly. The u-joint could then contact the s
Also affects: Volvo Vnl, Volvo Vt
Volvo Vnm — Engine
High risk
Jan 27, 2006
Model years: 2003, 2004, 2005, 2006
On certain vehicles, the Exhaust Gas Recirculation (EGR) cooler inlet pipes and/or the pipes that connect the EGR valves to the cooler may fail (crack or break). If the pipes or th
Also affects: Volvo Vhd, Volvo Vnl
Volvo Vnm — Suspension
High risk
Oct 27, 2005
Model years: 2003, 2004, 2005, 2006
Certain vehicles may develop a front wheel wobble when the tires become worn. If the wobble persists and is left untreated, damage may occur which could impair vehicle control. Cor
Also affects: Volvo Vnl
Volvo Vnm — Suspension
High risk
Jun 19, 2003
Model years: 1998, 1999, 2000, 2001, 2002
On certain vehicles, a manufacturing defect will result in premature spalling of the wheel bearings, which in turn will lead to eventual breakdown of the bearing. Correction: Deale
Also affects: Volvo Vnl
Volvo Vnm — Lights And Instruments
High risk
Jun 5, 1998
Model years: 1997, 1998
THE ELECTRONIC MODULE THAT CONTROLS THE DAYTIME RUNNING LIGHTS (DRL), AND HEADLIGHTS MAY FAIL WITHOUT WARNING RESULTING IN THE LOSS OF THE DRL AND HEADLIGHT FUNCTIONS. CORRECTION:
Also affects: Volvo Vnl
Volvo Vnm — Suspension
High risk
Jan 20, 1998
Model years: 1997
THE STEER AXLE WHEEL BEARING JAM NUT LOCK WASHER MAY NOT HAVE BEEN BENT OVER THE JAM NUT AFTER THE WHEEL BEARINGS WERE ADJUSTED. IF THIS CONDITION EXISTS, THE JAM NUT AND THE WHEEL
Also affects: Volvo Acl, Volvo Vnl, Volvo Wah, Volvo Wca, Volvo Wg