NHTSA vehicle safety data
2024 Volvo VN Recalls & Complaints
The 2024 Volvo VN has 7 NHTSA recall campaigns and 1 owner complaint on file as of November 3, 2026. Recall repairs are usually free at an authorized Volvo dealer.
NHTSA recall and complaint data for the 2024 Volvo VN. Recall data is refreshed daily from NHTSA.
2024 Volvo VN owner complaints
Owners have filed 1 complaint with NHTSA about the 2024 Volvo VN, describing incidents dated September 12, 2024.
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- Unknown or Other 1 complaint
The complaint on file reports a crash, with 1 injury (owner-reported, not verified by NHTSA).
Newest complaints
ODI #11614359 · Filed
This Person hit my SUV and would not Stop, USDOT # 923849 I had to chase him down for a mile before he stopped. He destroyed my New Car 2025 Subaru Forester. I would like this person NOT be able to drive a BIG RIG again.
Idler Gear May Detach Causing Engine Stall
NHTSA #25V257000 · Engine and Engine Cooling — Engine — Diesel · NHTSA notice
Reported April 17, 2025 · Volvo Trucks North America
Potentially affected: 102 vehicles
Repair completion: 83.33% (latest rate the manufacturer reported to NHTSA; dataset updated November 3, 2026)
Volvo campaign RVXX2504 · Owners notified April 28, 2025 · Recall influenced by NHTSA's Office of Defects Investigation
Defect description
Volvo Trucks North America (Volvo Trucks) is recalling certain 2022-2025 Volvo VN and 2025 New VN trucks. The idler gear bracket fasteners may have been improperly tightened, allowing the idler gear to detach from the engine.
Safety consequence
A detached idler gear can damage the engine, resulting in a stall and increasing the risk of a crash or injury.
Manufacturer remedy
Dealers will inspect and replace the turbo compound units as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed April 28, 2025. Owners may contact Volvo Trucks' customer service at 1-800-528-6586. Volvo Trucks' number for this recall is RVXX2504.
Notes
Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 888-327-4236 (TTY 888-275-9171) or go to nhtsa.gov.
ECU Malfunction May Impact Safety Systems
NHTSA #24V790000 · Electrical System — Software · NHTSA notice
Reported October 23, 2024 · Volvo Trucks North America
Potentially affected: 124,949 vehicles
Repair completion: 72.65% (latest rate the manufacturer reported to NHTSA; dataset updated November 3, 2026)
Volvo campaign RVXX2409 · Owners notified December 9, 2024
Defect description
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.
Safety 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.
Manufacturer 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.
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 nhtsa.gov.
Unintended Acceleration in Limp Mode/FMVSS 124
NHTSA #24V741000 · Vehicle Speed Control — Throttle — Throttle Position Sensor (TPS) · NHTSA notice
Reported October 3, 2024 · Volvo Trucks North America
Potentially affected: 2,098 vehicles
Repair completion: 82.32% (latest rate the manufacturer reported to NHTSA; dataset updated November 3, 2026)
Volvo campaign RVXX2408 · Owners notified November 26, 2024 · Vehicles built January 4, 2021 – January 16, 2024 (per NHTSA)
Defect description
Volvo Trucks North America (Volvo) is recalling certain 2022-2024 Volvo VN vehicles. When the Controller Area Network (CAN) communications are interrupted and the vehicle is in limp mode, an incorrect accelerator pedal signal can result in unintended acceleration. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 124, "Accelerator Control Systems."
Safety consequence
Sudden unintended acceleration can increase the risk of a crash.
Manufacturer remedy
Dealers will update the electronic control unit (ECU) software, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed November 26, 2024. Owners may contact Volvo Customer Service at 1-800-528-6586. Volvo's number for this recall is RVXX2408.
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 nhtsa.gov.
Incorrect GAWR on Certification Label/Part 567
NHTSA #23V816000 · Equipment — Other — Labels · NHTSA notice
Reported December 5, 2023 · Volvo Trucks North America
Potentially affected: 53 vehicles
Repair completion: 90.57% (latest rate the manufacturer reported to NHTSA; dataset updated November 3, 2026)
Volvo campaign RVXX2314 · Owners notified December 13, 2023
Defect description
Volvo Trucks North America (Volvo Trucks) is recalling certain 2024 VN and VHD vehicles equipped with size 295/75 or 385/65 Continental tires on the front axle. The Gross Axle Weight Rating (GAWR) listed on the vehicle certification label is incorrect, which can allow the vehicle to be overloaded. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of 49 CFR Part 567, "Certification."
Safety consequence
An overloaded vehicle can increase the risk of a crash.
Manufacturer remedy
Dealers will remove and replace the label, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed December 13, 2024. Owners may contact Volvo Trucks customer service at 1-800-528-6586. Volvo Truck's number for this recall is RVXX2314.
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.nhtsa.gov.
Delay Returning to Engine Idle/FMVSS 124
NHTSA #23V793000 · Vehicle Speed Control · NHTSA notice
Reported November 22, 2023 · Volvo Trucks North America
Potentially affected: 858 vehicles
Repair completion: 87.3% (latest rate the manufacturer reported to NHTSA; dataset updated November 3, 2026)
Volvo campaign RVXX2313 · Owners notified February 27, 2024
Defect description
Volvo Trucks North America (Volvo Trucks) is recalling certain 2023-2024 VN vehicles. The engine may not return to idle within 2 seconds if the accelerator pedal position sensor becomes disconnected. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 124, "Accelerator Control Systems."
Safety consequence
An engine that does not return to idle quickly enough can cause a loss of vehicle control, increasing the risk of a crash.
Manufacturer remedy
Volvo Trucks will replace the throttle pedal and update the vehicle software, free of charge. Owner letters were mailed February 27, 2024. Owners may contact Volvo Trucks customer service at 1-800-528-6586. Volvo Trucks number for this recall is RVXX2313.
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.nhtsa.gov.
Inadequate Attachment of Side Bench/FMVSS 207, 210
NHTSA #23V769000 · Seats — Critical Fasteners · NHTSA notice
Reported November 15, 2023 · Volvo Trucks North America
Potentially affected: 638 vehicles
Repair completion: 54.7% (latest rate the manufacturer reported to NHTSA; dataset updated November 3, 2026)
Volvo campaign RVXX2312 · Owners notified February 29, 2024
Defect description
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."
Safety consequence
The attachment points may fail, allowing the bench seat to shift and increasing the risk of injury during a crash.
Manufacturer 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.
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.nhtsa.gov.
Loose Steering Gear Fasteners
NHTSA #23V441000 · Steering — Critical Fasteners · NHTSA notice
Reported June 23, 2023 · Volvo Trucks North America
Potentially affected: 224 vehicles
Repair completion: 88.84% (latest rate the manufacturer reported to NHTSA; dataset updated November 3, 2026)
Volvo campaign RVXX2307 · Owners notified July 10, 2023
Defect description
Volvo Trucks North America (Volvo Trucks) is recalling certain 2023-2024 VN, VHD, and VAH trucks. The steering gear fasteners may not be properly tightened.
Safety consequence
Loose steering gear fasteners may result in a loss of vehicle control, increasing the risk of a crash.
Manufacturer remedy
Dealers will tighten the steering gear fasteners, free of charge. Owner notification letters are expected to be mailed August 18, 2023. Owners may contact Volvo Trucks' customer service at 1-800-528-6586. Volvo Trucks' number for this recall is RVXX2307.
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.nhtsa.gov.
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