CarRecallWatchThe 2005 Volvo VHD has 6 safety recalls on file with NHTSA.
Owners have filed 3 complaints with NHTSA.
The most-reported problem area is Suspension (1 report).
2005 Volvo VHD recalls
Snow plow lights can be on without marker and tail lights
Certain Volvo VHD trucks are equipped with snow plow lamp preparation kits that allow the snow plow headlights to be switched on without the other exterior lights.
Most common 2005 Volvo VHD problems
Problem areas named in the 3 complaints owners filed with NHTSA.
| Problem area | Reports |
|---|---|
| Suspension | 1 |
| Wheels | 1 |
| Power Train | 1 |
| Visibility | 1 |
What owners report
DT: 2005 VOLVO S60 T5. THE CONSUMER STATED THE WINDSHIELD HAS A GLARE FROM THE DASHBOARD WHICH INTERFERES WITH DRIVER'S VISIBILITY. THE GLARE HAS BEEN ON WINDSHIELD SINCE THE CONSUMER PURCHASED THE CAR. THERE HAS NOT BEEN ANY ACCIDENT YET. THE CONSUMER CONTACTED THE DEALERSHIP, AND THE DEALERSHIP TOLD THE CONSUMER TO BUY SOMETHING FROM A STORE AND PAINT THE DASHBOARD. THE SERVICE MANAGER TOLD THE CONSUMER TO PUT A PIECE OF MATERIAL ON THE UPPER PART OF THE DASHBOARD WHICH WOULD HELP WITH THE GLARE. THE CONSUMER SAID HE DID NOT PURCHASE A NEW VEHICLE TO PAINT THE DASHBOARD AND/ OR TO PUT A PIECE OF MATERIAL ON DASHBOARD. THE DEALERSHIP, IS BIG DEE DEALERSHIP IN ELMSFORD, N
THE VEHICLE STARTED SHAKING UNCONTROLLABLY FOLLOWED BY A LOUD BANGING NOISE COMING FROM THE FRONT. CONSUMER DROVE VEHICLE TO THE DEALER, AND MECHANIC DETERMINED THAT THE TRANSMISSION BOLT SHEARED OFF, CAUSING THE TRANSMISSION TO DROP DOWN FROM THE VEHICLE. TRANSMISSION NEEDED TO BE REPLACED. *AK
WHILE DRIVING AT 40 MPH CONSUMER FELT VIBRATION, AND THEN NOTICED WHEELS ROLLING PASSED THE VEHICLE. THE BRAKES WERE APPLIED, BUT FAILED TO STOP THE VEHICLE. IT COASTED TO A COMPLETE STOP ON ITS OWN. VEHICLE WAS TOWED TO THE IMPOUND. THE RIGHT REAR DUEL WHEEL SEPARATED AND CAME OFF. THE SECOND TANDEM WHEEL BOLTS BROKE, AND THE WHEELS STARTED TO SEPARATE. THE THIRD AXLE WAS WHOPPING AND BENT, AND THE TIRES HAD BALD SPOTS WHERE THEY WERE RUBBING. DEALERSHIP WANTED TO REPLACE THE TIRE AND RIM, BUT NOT THE AXLE.*AK
2005 Volvo VHD questions
Does the 2005 Volvo VHD have any recalls?
Yes. NHTSA lists 6 safety recalls for the 2005 Volvo VHD: Snow plow lights can be on without marker and tail lights; Seat Belts; Visibility:Windshield Wiper/Washer:Motor; Electrical System:Wiring:Fuses And Circuit Breakers; Wheels. Recall repairs are normally free at an authorized dealer.
What are the most common problems with the 2005 Volvo VHD?
Based on 3 owner complaints filed with NHTSA, the most-reported problem areas are Suspension (1), Wheels (1), Power Train (1).
How do I check if a recall on my 2005 Volvo VHD has been fixed?
Enter your 17-character VIN in our VIN recall check. It shows open recalls that have not been repaired on your specific vehicle. Recall repairs are normally free at an authorized dealer.