2021 Volvo VNR Recalls, Problems & Safety Rating

8 safety recalls on file

The 2021 Volvo VNR has 8 safety recalls on file with NHTSA.

Owners have filed 1 complaint with NHTSA.

The most-reported problem area is Visibility/Wiper (1 report).

8Recalls
1Owner complaints
0Crashes reported
n/aNHTSA safety rating
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2021 Volvo VNR recalls

Coolant Line May Cause Battery Short and Fire Risk

Recall 23V280Apr 19, 2023125 vehicles affected

Certain 2020-2024 VNR Electric trucks may have a coolant line in the high voltage battery pack that is not fully seated and locked.

Adaptive Cruise Control Can Cause Sudden Hard Braking

Recall 23V255Apr 7, 2023236 vehicles affected

Certain 2020-2023 Volvo VNR Electric trucks equipped with Adaptive Cruise Control can experience an overly aggressive braking response when the system brakes under light load conditions.

Hubcap Can Separate and Create a Road Hazard

Recall 21V417Jun 2, 20211,050 vehicles affected

Certain 2021-2022 Volvo VAH, VHD, VNL, and VNR trucks have a hubcap compression spring that can allow the hubcap to separate from the wheel hub while driving.

Park Brakes May Apply Unexpectedly, Risking Loss of Control

Recall 20V782Dec 15, 20206,982 vehicles affected

Damaged collets (internal jaws) in the brass fittings of the pneumatic pass-through plate may allow an air brake line to fully release from the plate while the system is under pressure.

Loose Steering King Pin Nut Could Cause Knuckle Separation

Recall 20V535Sep 2, 202012 vehicles affected

Certain 2021 heavy-duty trucks may have a king pin nut that was not installed or was not tightened properly during axle assembly.

Brake Pedal May Break Loose While Driving

Recall 20V536Sep 2, 202011,127 vehicles affected

Certain 2020 and 2021 Volvo VAH, VHD, VNL and VNR trucks have a die cast brake pedal plate that may crack or break at one of its attachment points.

Label Overstates Rear Axle Capacity; Hubs May Fail

Recall 20V384Jul 1, 202089 vehicles affected

Certain 2018-2021 Volvo VNL and VNR trucks have a Federal Certification Label that lists a rear drive axle Gross Axle Weight Rating (GAWR) higher than the rating of the wheel hubs.

Loose Steering Gear Fasteners Can Cause Loss of Control

Recall 20V241Apr 29, 202023 vehicles affected

Some 2020-2021 Volvo heavy-duty trucks may have steering gear fasteners that were not properly tightened during assembly.

Most common 2021 Volvo VNR problems

Problem areas named in the 1 complaints owners filed with NHTSA.

Problem areaReports
Visibility/Wiper1
Unknown Or Other1

What owners report

2023-05-15, Visibility/Wiper
This Is a volvo semi tractor 2021 the original sunvisor was removed from tractor. And an off brand replacement was installed which is substantially smaller by 4 inches on each side of visor + it's mounted in wrong direction making morning and evening's very difficult due too extremely bright glares from sun even head lights Led signage. It's a danger I don't like ! Bike lanes,people crossing the street, baby strollers etc. It's very unsafe for a semi tractor trailer. I would assume cutting an airline pilots visor would create the same blinding spot. Our shop would not change thee original so they found some little garage that need the business and they changed them. I do not want to be per

2021 Volvo VNR questions

Does the 2021 Volvo VNR have any recalls?

Yes. NHTSA lists 8 safety recalls for the 2021 Volvo VNR: Coolant Line May Cause Battery Short and Fire Risk; Adaptive Cruise Control Can Cause Sudden Hard Braking; Hubcap Can Separate and Create a Road Hazard; Park Brakes May Apply Unexpectedly, Risking Loss of Control; Loose Steering King Pin Nut Could Cause Knuckle Separation. Recall repairs are normally free at an authorized dealer.

What are the most common problems with the 2021 Volvo VNR?

Based on 1 owner complaint filed with NHTSA, the most-reported problem areas are Visibility/Wiper (1), Unknown Or Other (1).

How do I check if a recall on my 2021 Volvo VNR 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.

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