2000 Volvo VN Recalls, Problems & Safety Rating

2000 Volvo VN recalls

Most common 2000 Volvo VN problems

Problem areas named in the 5 complaints owners filed with NHTSA.

Problem area	Reports
Steering	3
Suspension	3
Power Train	1
Service Brakes, Hydraulic	1
Electrical System	1
Structure	1

What owners report

2009-02-06, Structure
TL*THE CONTACT OWNS A 2000 VOLVO VN. WHILE DRIVING AT AN UNKNOWN SPEED, THE HOOD OF THE VEHICLE OPENED SPONTANEOUSLY. THE FRONTAL VISIBILITY IS REDUCED AND INCREASES THE RISK OF A CRASH. THE DEALER MUST CONTINUALLY REPLACE THE UNDERHOOD LATCHES AND LINKAGES. THE FAILURE TYPICALLY RECURS AFTER TWO YEARS. CURRENTLY, ALL OF THE REMEDIES HAVE BEEN INSUFFICIENT IN CORRECTING THE FAILURES. THE FAILURE MILEAGE WAS 150,000 AND CURRENT MILEAGE WAS 156,560.

2002-05-14, Electrical System
CONSUMER IS CONCERNED WITH THE DASH CONTROLS GOING OUT TWICE, WAS TOLD THERE IS A SHORT. *JG

2002-04-26, Steering
WHILE DRIVING THE STEERING LOCKED AND THE VEHICLE VEERED RIGHT CRASHING INTO A GUARDRAIL, TOTALING THE VEHICLE. *SLC

2000-06-15, Service Brakes, Hydraulic
BRAKING SYSTEM MALFUNCTIONED, CAUSING A GRINDING NOISE AND EXTENDED STOPPING DISTANCE WHICH MAY RESULT IN A CRASH. DEALER WAS AWARE OF THE PROBLEM, BUT COULD NOT DETERMINE THE CAUSE. PLEASE PROVIDE FURTHER INFORMATION.*AK

2000-01-27, Power Train
IT IS HARD TO READ THE SPEED ON THE SPEEDOMETER GAUGE, ESPECIALLY IN ARIZONA WHERE IT IS REQUIRED TO WEAR SUN GLASSES. NUMBERS ARE TOO SMALL, AND THE COLOR IS BETTER TO BE SEEN AT NIGHT THAN IN THE DAY TIME. CONSUMER HAS TO FOCUS ON THE NUMBERS TO SEE THEM. *AK

2000 Volvo VN questions

Does the 2000 Volvo VN have any recalls?

Yes. NHTSA lists 2 safety recalls for the 2000 Volvo VN: Visibility:Windshield Wiper/Washer:Motor; Steering:Linkages:Tie Rod Assembly. Recall repairs are normally free at an authorized dealer.

What are the most common problems with the 2000 Volvo VN?

Based on 5 owner complaints filed with NHTSA, the most-reported problem areas are Steering (3), Suspension (3), Power Train (1).

How do I check if a recall on my 2000 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.