2020 Volvo VN Recalls, Problems & Safety Rating

2020 Volvo VN recalls

Most common 2020 Volvo VN problems

Problem areas named in the 6 complaints owners filed with NHTSA.

Problem area	Reports
Electrical System	2
Structure	1
Exterior Lighting	1
Visibility/Wiper	1
Suspension	1
Service Brakes, Hydraulic	1
Service Brakes	1
Engine And Engine Cooling	1

What owners report

2026-10-22, Engine And Engine Cooling
The contact owns a 2020 Volvo VN. The contact stated that while driving 65 MPH, there was white smoke coming from the exhaust pipe. The dealer was contacted and made aware of the failure. The contact was informed that the repair was not eligible because the vehicle was not registered in California. The contact referenced Technical Service Bulletin: MC-10243531-0001; as a possible cause for the failure. The manufacturer was made aware of the failure. The failure mileage was approximately 264,811.

2026-03-10, Service Brakes
I have just purchased this truck to replace an old truck lost due to a total loss . I picked up the truck in South dakota and drove back to Pennsylvania. When setting the parking brakes parked on a small incline with the truck empty the parking brake hold on the front drive axle and it skids those tires when rolling away. However the rear rear drive axle is not equipped with parking brake chambers which results in insufficient braking force to hold the truck in place. The truck has rolled away on me twice since I have purchased it . This is a huge saftey concern due to the fact it will certainly cause property damage or death . I have alerted Volvo Trucks and have a case number but they are

2024-12-12, Electrical System
The contact owns a 2020 Volvo VN. The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 24V790000 (Electrical System, Service Brakes, Hydraulic); however, the contact called the local dealer to schedule an appointment and was informed that there was no recall associated with the VIN. The manufacturer was contacted and informed the contact that there was no recall associated with the VIN. The contact had not experienced a failure. Parts distribution disconnect.

2022-03-02, Suspension
The contact owns a 2020 Volvo VNL-860. The contact stated that her husband was driving at 65 MPH and towing a 53-foot trailer, and the steering wheel would overcompensate while making adjustment, left or right to stay centered in lane. The failure lead to constant steering adjustments. The contact stated no warning light was illuminated. The contact took the vehicle to the dealer to be diagnosed. The contact was informed that the leaf springs and bushings needed to be replaced. The failure persisted and the vehicle was taken to a second dealer were it was diagnosed and had the gear box replaced. The contact stated that the failure recurred. The manufacturer had been informed of the failure.

2021-05-12, Electrical System
THE OWNER PROGRAMMED A 5 MINUTE IDLE SHUT OFF AND DID NOT PROVIDE ANYTHING FOR ME AS THE DRIVER TO STAY WARM AT NIGHT I WAS DRIVING DURING WINTER AND TRAVELING TO STATES LIKE WYOMING WHERE IT REACHED 23 DEGREES. HE HAS MANY THINGS NOT UP TO DOT REGULATIONS WITH HIS TRUCK, LOT OF THINGS ARE NOT WORKING AND DAMAGED. HE ALSO DIDN'T DO ANY TYPE OF A PRE EMPLOYMENT DRUG TEST OR FOR ANY OF THE OTHER DRIVERS HE HIRED. HE THREATENED NOT TO PAY ME AND WITHHELD MY PAY ON TWO SEPARATE OCCASIONS. HE STOLE 800.00 FROM MY BACK ACCOUNT FOR DAMAGES TO HIS COMPANY TRUCK THAT I HADN'T DRIVEN FOR 3 WEEKS I AND CURRENTLY TAKING HIM TO COURT TO GET MY MONEY BACK. HE HAS SCREWED OVER PLENTY OF DRIVERS AND SHOULD

2020 Volvo VN questions

Does the 2020 Volvo VN have any recalls?

Yes. NHTSA lists 2 safety recalls for the 2020 Volvo VN: Brake and stability systems may fail on some Volvo trucks; Passenger Bench Seat May Detach in a Crash. Recall repairs are normally free at an authorized dealer.

What are the most common problems with the 2020 Volvo VN?

Based on 6 owner complaints filed with NHTSA, the most-reported problem areas are Electrical System (2), Structure (1), Exterior Lighting (1).

How do I check if a recall on my 2020 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.