Reliability & 5-year cost of ownership — 2004 Volvo VN
NHTSA data on file today
The 2004 Volvo VN has 4 NHTSA recall campaigns and 1 owner complaint on file as of . Recall data is refreshed daily from NHTSA.
Recall campaigns on file
- NHTSA #12V510000 Seat Belt weld/FMVSS 210 NHTSA notice
- NHTSA #04V457000 VOLVO TRUCKS/WINDSHIELD WIPER NHTSA notice
- NHTSA #04V405000 VOLVO TRUCK/TRANSMISSION NHTSA notice
- NHTSA #04V315000 VOLVO TRUCKS/FIFTH WHEEL AIR RELEASE NHTSA notice
Most-cited components in owner complaints
- Electrical System 1 complaint
Average
Estimated 5-year repair + maintenance cost: $5,000–$8,000AI estimate — not from NHTSA data
The 2004 Volvo VN has a mixed reliability record, with recalls related to seat belts, windshield wiper motors prone to corrosion, and driveline issues. These recalls indicate potential safety hazards, but low complaint volumes suggest these issues might not be widespread. As a result, the vehicle's reliability is rated as average.
Most-common failures
| Part | Typical mileage (AI estimate) | Cost range (AI estimate) | Frequency |
|---|---|---|---|
| windshield wiper motor | 50,000–80,000 miles | $200–$400 | common |
| seat belt assembly | 60,000–100,000 miles | $150–$300 | common |
| driveline bolts | 70,000–110,000 miles | $100–$250 | occasional |
AI estimate — not from NHTSA data: the mileage bands and repair-cost ranges above. Get a written repair quote before you budget.
Scheduled maintenance to budget
Routine items every owner should plan for.
- Oil and filter change every 15,000 miles
- Replace air filter every 30,000 miles
- Transmission service every 50,000 miles
- Brake fluid replacement every 2 years
- Coolant flush every 4 years
Warning signs to watch for
Symptoms that signal a major upcoming repair.
- Battery drain or failure
- Wiper motor failure during rain
- Seat belt latch not securing properly
Generated by gpt-4o on from the NHTSA recall campaigns and owner-complaint counts on file for the 2004 Volvo VN at the time. The rating is an AI assessment; cost and mileage figures are AI estimates, not NHTSA data.