1996 Volvo VN Recalls, Problems & Safety Rating

1 safety recall on file

The 1996 Volvo VN has 1 safety recall on file with NHTSA.

Owners have filed 2 complaints with NHTSA.

The most-reported problem area is Unknown Or Other (3 reports).

1Recalls
2Owner complaints
0Crashes reported
n/aNHTSA safety rating
Is the repair still open on your VN?

A recall covers specific vehicles. Your VIN shows whether yours still needs the free repair.

1996 Volvo VN recalls

Power Train:Manual Transmission:Column Shift Assembly

Recall 97V033Mar 3, 19971,035 vehicles affected

Most common 1996 Volvo VN problems

Problem areas named in the 2 complaints owners filed with NHTSA.

Problem areaReports
Unknown Or Other3
Suspension2
Steering2

What owners report

2002-05-14, Suspension
CONSUMER EXPERIENCING U-BOLT PROBLEM, RIGHT SIDE STEER TIRES VIBRATE AND THE ALIGNMENT IS BAD. *YH
2002-05-08, Unknown Or Other
VEHICLE HAS PROBLEMS WITH THE DASH, ONE PANEL HAD TO BE REPLACED. *JG

1996 Volvo VN questions

Does the 1996 Volvo VN have any recalls?

Yes. NHTSA lists 1 safety recall for the 1996 Volvo VN: Power Train:Manual Transmission:Column Shift Assembly. Recall repairs are normally free at an authorized dealer.

What are the most common problems with the 1996 Volvo VN?

Based on 2 owner complaints filed with NHTSA, the most-reported problem areas are Unknown Or Other (3), Suspension (2), Steering (2).

How do I check if a recall on my 1996 Volvo VN 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.

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