2008 Volvo VN Recalls, Problems & Safety Rating

2008 Volvo VN recalls

Most common 2008 Volvo VN problems

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

Problem area	Reports
Engine And Engine Cooling	1
Structure	1

What owners report

2011-02-25, Structure
OWNER CALLED INTO ODI AND REPORTED THAT HIS MY 2008 VOLVO 780 WAS CRACKED AT WELDS IN THE FRAME. VEHICLE BOUIGHT USED FROM ADVANTAGE VOLVO-GMC IN CHARLOTTE, NC IN NOVMEBR 2010 AND USED IN LINE HAUL SERVICE. OWNER DESCRIBED WELDING ONTHE "TOP FACE" AREA OF THE FRAME. [ODI NOTE; MOST TRUCKS FRAMES ARE HEAT TREATED AND NO WELDING PERMITTED; REQUESTED OWNER TO PROVIDE PHOTOGRAPHS - GTB.]

2011-01-05, Engine And Engine Cooling
EXHAUST LEAKS INTO CAB WHILE DRIVING. THIS HAS BEEN AN ONGOING CONCERN SINCE OWNING THE TRACTOR. IT HAS BEEN IN THE SHOP AT LEAST 10 TIMES WITH CONTINUAL LEAKS WITHIN WEEKS TO MONTHS AT A TIME. MY WIFE AN I DRIVE TANDEM AND HAVE HAD A LOT OF SINUS PROBLEMS AS A RESULT OF DIESEL EXHAUST. IT MAKES MY WIFE SICK TO HER STOMACH.

2008 Volvo VN questions

Does the 2008 Volvo VN have any recalls?

Yes. NHTSA lists 2 safety recalls for the 2008 Volvo VN: Seat Belts; Service Brakes, Air:Supply:Quick Release Valve. Recall repairs are normally free at an authorized dealer.

What are the most common problems with the 2008 Volvo VN?

Based on 2 owner complaints filed with NHTSA, the most-reported problem areas are Engine And Engine Cooling (1), Structure (1).

How do I check if a recall on my 2008 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.