CarRecallWatchThe 2005 Volvo VNL has 6 safety recalls on file with NHTSA.
Owners have filed 6 complaints with NHTSA, including 2 crashes, 1 injury.
The most-reported problem area is Steering (4 reports).
2005 Volvo VNL recalls
Most common 2005 Volvo VNL problems
Problem areas named in the 6 complaints owners filed with NHTSA.
| Problem area | Reports |
|---|---|
| Steering | 4 |
| Engine And Engine Cooling | 1 |
| Exterior Lighting | 1 |
| Engine | 1 |
What owners report
TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2005 VOLVO ISX ST2 HEAVY TRUCK (NA). THE CONTACT STATED THAT COOLANT WAS LEAKING ONTO THE GROUND. ADDITIONALLY, THE COOLANT COMPARTMENT WAS LOW AND HAD TO BE REFILLED SEVERAL TIMES BY THE CONTACT. THE COOLANT LOW WARNING INDICATOR ILLUMINATED. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO AN INDEPENDENT MECHANIC, BUT WAS NOT DIAGNOSED OR REPAIRED. THE LOCAL DEALER WAS NOT CONTACTED. THE MANUFACTURER WAS NOT NOTIFIED. THE FAILURE MILEAGE WAS 622,253. THE VIN WAS NOT AVAILABLE.
TL* THE CONTACT OWNED A 2005 VOLVO VNL. WHILE DRIVING APPROXIMATELY 40 MPH, THE STEERING WHEEL BECAME DIFFICULT TO TURN WITHOUT WARNING. AS A RESULT, THE CONTACT CRASHED THE VEHICLE INTO A DITCH. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO AN INDEPENDENT MECHANIC WHO DIAGNOSED THAT THE SHAFT STRIPPED INSIDE THE INTERNAL STEERING COLUMN. THE VEHICLE WAS DEEMED DESTROYED. A POLICE REPORT WAS FILED. THE CONTACT SUSTAINED UNKNOWN INJURIES THAT REQUIRED MEDICAL ATTENTION. THE MANUFACTURER WAS MADE AWARE OF THE FAILURE. THE APPROXIMATE FAILURE MILEAGE WAS 721,000. UPDATED 1/7/15*CN
TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2005 VOLVO VNL. WHILE DRIVING APPROXIMATELY 65 MPH, THE FRONT END OF THE VEHICLE BECAME EXTREMELY LIGHT AND THE STEERING BECAME DIFFICULT TO MANEUVER. THE CONTACT CRASHED INTO A CONCRETE WALL BUT WAS NOT INJURED. THE VEHICLE WAS TOWED TO A LOCAL AUTO BODY SHOP WHERE THE TECHNICIAN ADVISED THAT THE DRAG LINK, LUG NUTS AND THE BOLTS ON THE FRONT PASSENGER AND DRIVER SIDE WOULD NEED REPLACING. IN ADDITION, THE PASSENGER SIDE TIE RODS WOULD ALSO NEED REPLACING. THE VEHICLE WAS REPAIRED. THE APPROXIMATE FAILURE MILEAGE WAS 772,539.
TL*THE CONTACT OWNS A 2005 VOLVO VNL. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE LOW BEAM HEADLAMP REFLECTOR LENS WOULD NOT ILLUMINATE THE ROAD SURFACE PROPERLY CAUSING EXTREMELY POOR VISIBILITY. THE MANUFACTURER WAS NOTIFIED AND STATED THAT THE HEADLAMP ASSEMBLY WOULD NEED TO BE REPLACED. THE FAILURE MILEAGE WAS APPROXIMATELY 638,000. UPDATED 03/02/11 *BF UPDATED 12/14/11 *CN
TL*THE CONTACT OWNS A 2005 VOLVO VNL. WHILE DRIVING APPROXIMATELY 40 MPH HE ATTEMPTED TO TURN THE STEERING WHEEL TO THE LEFT BUT THE VEHICLE VEERED TO THE RIGHT. THE VEHICLE WAS DRIVEN ONTO THE EMERGENCY LANE AND SHUT OFF. IN ORDER TO CONTINUE DRIVING THE VEHICLE HE TIGHTENED SOME OF THE STEERING MECHANISMS HIMSELF. THE VEHICLE WAS NOT TAKEN TO A DEALER TO HAVE THE FAILURE DIAGNOSED AND IT WAS NOT REPAIRED. THE FAILURE AND CURRENT MILEAGES WERE 689,970.
2005 Volvo VNL questions
Does the 2005 Volvo VNL have any recalls?
Yes. NHTSA lists 6 safety recalls for the 2005 Volvo VNL: Steering:Linkages:Drag:Link:Connection; Visibility:Windshield Wiper/Washer:Motor; Electrical System:Wiring:Fuses And Circuit Breakers; Engine And Engine Cooling:Exhaust System; Wheels. Recall repairs are normally free at an authorized dealer.
What are the most common problems with the 2005 Volvo VNL?
Based on 6 owner complaints filed with NHTSA, the most-reported problem areas are Steering (4), Engine And Engine Cooling (1), Exterior Lighting (1).
How do I check if a recall on my 2005 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.