CarRecallWatchThe 2000 Volvo VNL has 4 safety recalls on file with NHTSA.
Owners have filed 10 complaints with NHTSA, including 1 crash, 1 fire.
The most-reported problem area is Suspension (4 reports).
2000 Volvo VNL recalls
Most common 2000 Volvo VNL problems
Problem areas named in the 10 complaints owners filed with NHTSA.
| Problem area | Reports |
|---|---|
| Suspension | 4 |
| Steering | 2 |
| Fuel System, Gasoline | 1 |
| Electrical System | 1 |
| Equipment | 1 |
| Tires | 1 |
| Service Brakes, Air | 1 |
| Unknown Or Other | 1 |
What owners report
TL*THE CONTACT OWNS A 2000 VOLVO VNL. THE CONTACT RECEIVED A LETTER FROM THE MANUFACTURER STATING THAT THE DRAG LINK MAY BE DEFECTIVE BUT THE VEHICLE WAS NOT INCLUDED IN THE RECALL FOR IT (RECALL INFORMATION WAS NOT GIVEN) BECAUSE THE VEHICLE WAS MANUFACTURED SEPTEMBER 1999. THE CONTACT HAD NOT EXPERIENCED ANY FAILURES WAS CONCERNED ABOUT THE POTENTIAL LOSS OF STEERING IN THE FUTURE. THE VIN WAS UNAVAILABLE. THE CURRENT AND FAILURE MILEAGES WERE APPROXIMATELY 406,000.
CONSUMER STATES THAT WHILE DRIVING IN THE MIDDLE LANE ON THE HIGHWAY A TRUCK CARRYING METAL AND A CANVAS SIGN BLEW OFF THE TRAILER AND HIT HIS SEMI. *MC (OHIO TRAFFIC CRASH REPRT) *JB
2000 VOLVO CONVENTIONALLY LEFT FRONT TIE ROD BROKE OFF. *TS WHEN THE TIE ROD BROKE IT CAUSED THE DRIVER TO LOSE CONTROL AND VEER OFF THE RIGHT SIDE OF THE ROAD AND STRIKE A GUARDRAIL. *NM
2000 VOLVO CONVENTIONAL STEERING ARM BROKE OFF OF THE BALL JOINT MAKING VEHICLE UNDRIVEABLE. *KB THE BALL JOINT CONNECTING THE DRAG LINK TO THE STEERING ARM WAS WORN. THE BALL JOINT CAUSED THE ACCIDENT. *JB
2000 VOLVO CONVENTIONAL FIRE STARTED IN AXLE #2. *TS THE BRAKE CAUGHT ON FIRE ON AXLE #2 INSIDE WHEEL OF DUALS. *NM
2000 Volvo VNL questions
Does the 2000 Volvo VNL have any recalls?
Yes. NHTSA lists 4 safety recalls for the 2000 Volvo VNL: Suspension:Front; Exterior Lighting:Tail Lights:Switch; Service Brakes, Air:Antilock; Service Brakes, Air:Antilock. Recall repairs are normally free at an authorized dealer.
What are the most common problems with the 2000 Volvo VNL?
Based on 10 owner complaints filed with NHTSA, the most-reported problem areas are Suspension (4), Steering (2), Fuel System, Gasoline (1).
How do I check if a recall on my 2000 Volvo VNL 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.