Reliability & 5-year cost of ownership — 2007 Volvo VN
NHTSA data on file today
The 2007 Volvo VN has 3 NHTSA recall campaigns and 3 owner complaints 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 #10V571000 AIR RELEASE FIFTH WHEEL NHTSA notice
- NHTSA #06V099000 STEERING SHAFT NHTSA notice
Most-cited components in owner complaints
- Power Train 2 complaints
- Engine 1 complaint
- Engine and Engine Cooling 1 complaint
- Unknown or Other 1 complaint
- Wheels 1 complaint
Average
Estimated 5-year repair + maintenance cost: $9,000–$14,000AI estimate — not from NHTSA data
The 2007 Volvo VN exhibits moderate reliability issues, with key concerns surrounding seat belt and brake valve recalls. Owner complaints are relatively low, suggesting these issues are not widespread. The presence of essential recalls mandates attention, but overall, vehicle durability is within acceptable standards for its class.
Most-common failures
| Part | Typical mileage (AI estimate) | Cost range (AI estimate) | Frequency |
|---|---|---|---|
| seat belt d-ring | 70,000–100,000 miles | $100–$250 | common |
| brake valve | 50,000–80,000 miles | $300–$500 | occasional |
| steering shaft | 80,000–120,000 miles | $400–$750 | rare |
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 change every 15,000 miles
- Replace air filters annually
- Brake inspection every 20,000 miles
- Transmission fluid at 60,000 miles
- Coolant replacement every 3 years
Warning signs to watch for
Symptoms that signal a major upcoming repair.
- Unusual brake responsiveness
- Steering wheel play
- Seat belt mounting issues
Generated by gpt-4o on from the NHTSA recall campaigns and owner-complaint counts on file for the 2007 Volvo VN at the time. The rating is an AI assessment; cost and mileage figures are AI estimates, not NHTSA data.