CarRecallWatchThe 2016 Volvo VNL has 6 safety recalls on file with NHTSA.
Owners have filed 12 complaints with NHTSA, including 2 crashes.
The most-reported problem area is Power Train (7 reports).
2016 Volvo VNL recalls
Fuel Line Can Burst and Engine Can Stall Without Warning
A restricted screen in the fuel pump cooling circuit can cause the fuel line to burst, especially during extended downhill driving.
Loose Steering Tie Rod Can Cause Loss of Steering
A castellated nut on the steer axle may not be properly torqued, allowing the tie rod to loosen.
Oil and water can contaminate truck brakes, reducing stopping power
Incorrect software controlling the electronic air dryer can allow oil and water to get into the brake system of these trucks.
Steering Can Be Lost From Worn Ball Joints
Certain Volvo trucks have non-greasable drag links whose seals can be compromised, allowing the ball joints to corrode.
Steering shaft may separate, causing loss of steering
Some trucks may have been built without a roll pin on the steering shafts, and the bolt joining the upper and lower steering shafts may not have been properly tightened.
Brake Actuator May Cause Brake Drag and Fire Risk
Some Volvo VNL and VNX trucks from the 2015 and 2016 model years have Haldex Life Seal Type 30/30 Long Stroke Air Brake Actuators that may have an incomplete attachment of the internal rubber diaphragm to the parking brake mechanism.
Most common 2016 Volvo VNL problems
Problem areas named in the 12 complaints owners filed with NHTSA.
| Problem area | Reports |
|---|---|
| Power Train | 7 |
| Service Brakes | 2 |
| Suspension | 2 |
| Steering | 1 |
| Structure | 1 |
| Unknown Or Other | 1 |
| Wheels | 1 |
What owners report
TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2016 VOLVO VNL630. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE VEHICLE ARRIVED FROM THE MANUFACTURER WITH A REAR DRIVESHAFT THAT WAS NOT CALIBRATED. THE DRIVESHAFT WAS THREE TIMES OVER THE MAXIMUM SPECIFICATIONS WHERE THE TRANSMISSION AND DRIVESHAFT WERE ATTACHED. THE FAILURE IN MANUFACTURING CAUSED A CONSIDERABLE AMOUNT OF VIBRATION WHILE THE VEHICLE WAS BEING DRIVEN AT ANY SPEED. CIT TRUCKS (LOCATED AT 3440 GATLIN DR, SPRINGFIELD, IL 62707, (217) 544-5300) AS WELL AS SEVERAL UNKNOWN DEALERS WERE NOTIFIED OF THE FAILURE. THE VEHICLE WAS NOT DIAGNOSED OR REPAIRED. THE MANUFACTURER WAS NOTIFIED OF THE FAILURE. THE APPROXIMATE FAILURE MILEAGE WAS 100. THE VIN WAS INVALID.
FRONT WHEELS LOOSE FROM FACTOR AND DEALER DIDN'T CHECK, TIRES PSI 1/2 WHAT SHOULD BEEN , DRIVE SHAFT OUT OF PHASE . DAMAGE THE TRUCK MORE .I KNOW OF ABOUT 20 OF THESE TRUCK WITH THE DRIVE SHAFT PROBLEM . DEALER AND FACTOR WONT FIX/ THIS IS NOT SAFE
VOLVO AND MACK DRIVE SHAFT OUT OF PHASE. I SHOWED MY DR. MY VIDEO OF MY TRUCK SHAKING. HE SAID YOU MIT AS WILL BE D W I
TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2016 VOLVO VNL SEMI-TRUCK. WHILE DRIVING VARIOUS LOW AND HIGH SPEEDS, THE VEHICLE VIBRATED. A SERIES OF INDEPENDENT MECHANICS CONFIRMED THAT THE DRIVESHAFT WAS LOOSE WITHIN THE TRANSMISSION. VOMAC SALES AND SERVICE MACK (5556 EAST MARGARET DRIVE, TERRE HAUTE, INDIANA 47803, (812) 233-6406) WAS CONTACTED, BUT THE VEHICLE WAS NOT DIAGNOSED OR REPAIRED. THE MANUFACTURER WAS MADE AWARE OF THE FAILURE. THE FAILURE MILEAGE AND VIN WERE UNKNOWN. *TT
MY STUPID DEALER CIT TRUCKS COULD NOT FIND Y MY TRUCK WAS SHAKING SO THEY PLAYED WITH TRANSMISSION PROGRAMING ITS AN I SHIFT NO CLUTCH PEDDLE . STONINGTON IL. GOT FUEL AT F.S. COMING BACK CROSS RAIL ROAD TRACKS AND TRIED TO STOP FOR RT 48 . THE CLUTCH WOULD NOT RELEASE .THIS THE 4 TIME .
2016 Volvo VNL questions
Does the 2016 Volvo VNL have any recalls?
Yes. NHTSA lists 6 safety recalls for the 2016 Volvo VNL: Fuel Line Can Burst and Engine Can Stall Without Warning; Loose Steering Tie Rod Can Cause Loss of Steering; Oil and water can contaminate truck brakes, reducing stopping power; Steering Can Be Lost From Worn Ball Joints; Steering shaft may separate, causing loss of steering. Recall repairs are normally free at an authorized dealer.
What are the most common problems with the 2016 Volvo VNL?
Based on 12 owner complaints filed with NHTSA, the most-reported problem areas are Power Train (7), Service Brakes (2), Suspension (2).
How do I check if a recall on my 2016 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.