2007 Volvo VNL: problems, recalls and reliability
9 recalls and 15 owner complaints on record; most reports concern exterior lighting; the 2005 and 2006 and 2008 and 2009 model years look more trouble-free.
Data updated weekly · latest recall Jun 2013
All counts are reports filed with NHTSA in the United States - US market only, not worldwide totals.
Common problems
Computed from 15 owner complaints filed with NHTSA for this exact model year.
“I'd like to request from this department to open an investigation on a rusty frame problem on 2005, 2006, 2007 and 2008 commercial volvo vnl trucks. These trucks have high tendency to have frame rust and even perforation putting motorists at risk in the usa highways.”Owner report · Structure · Jan 2017
“The hood bracket cuts through the hood on the passenger side of the truck. This causes the hood to only be secured with one bracket when opening the hood for daily inspections. The hood is only partially secured when operating on roads and highways. *tr”Owner report · Structure · Jun 2013
“Tl* the contact owns a 2007 volvo vnl truck. The contact was driving 20 mph when he lost control of steering and crashed into a pole. The vehicle was towed to a local mechanic who performed a diagnostic that located the failure at the drag link. The drag link separated from the fire wall. The drag link and the tie rod was replaced. A police report was filed (oklahoma state police report number: am02905-11). The failure and the current mileage was 507,648.”Owner report · Steering · Oct 2011
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“Tl*the contact owns a 2007 volvo 780vnl semi heavy duty truck. The engines electrical system shut on and off when the vehicle was in traffic. The contact was able to restart the vehicle; however, none of the electrical components would function. The vehicle was taken to the dealer twice. The mass air flow sensor and the wires that shorten the frame of the truck which the ABS sending unit communicates with each brake system were replaced. The manufacturer was called and advised the contact to call them back in a couple of days. The failure mileage was 354,926.”Owner report · Service Brakes, Air · Feb 2010
“Tl* the contact owns a 2007 volvo vnl64t truck. The contact stated the headlight covers were deteriorating and reducing visibility for the driver. In addition, the failure would cause the headlights to become extremely foggy and hazy. There were no recalls for the vehicle and the dealer advised any repairs would be at the contacts expense. The vehicle was not repaired. The failure mileage was 122,000 and the current mileage was 174,928.”Owner report · Exterior Lighting · Jan 2010
“Tl-the contact owns a 2007 volvo vnl64t truck. While inspecting the vehicle he notice the headlights covers was deteriorating and the plastic was flogged. The covers deteriorating reduces visibility for the drivers. The vehicle has not been repaired. He has contact the dealer and was told there were no recall. The cost per the dealer would be over $600. The failure mileage was 120,000 and the current mileage was 186,221. Vwb”Owner report · Exterior Lighting · Jan 2010
“2007 volvo vnl right front tire blew out causing damage to the right side fuel tank. *kb ohio traffic crash report # 10-0764-90. *jb”Owner report · Tires · Aug 2009
“The sleeper window on our 2007 volvo vnl truck fell out onto a brand new police car in olahoma city, oklahoma, just west of the city. Driver states that the window is attached by glue only, no screws or rivits. Upon furhter investigation by our fleet, drivers have been instructed not to open sleeper winows. This was to avoid any further porblems such as this incident”Owner report · Visibility · Jun 2008
“2007 volvo vnl semi-truck was leaking diesel fuel due to a hole in the fuel tank. *nj (ohio traffic crash report # 10-0413-90) *jb updated02/24/10 *bf”Owner report · Fuel System, Diesel · Jun 2008
“Bunk windown has fallen out on several occations. Driver says "he did set up a case" with volvo and they would not do anything about it. Not covered under any warranty driver says he fixed problem with a general motors valve cover washer and a sheet metal screw but is not able to open this window any longer.”Owner report · Visibility · May 2008
When filing, owners marked a crash in 2 of these complaints and injuries in 1 - self-reported to NHTSA, not verified accident statistics.
Recalls - 9 campaigns
ON CERTAIN TRUCKS EQUIPPED WITH A SAF HOLLAND SIMPLEX FIFTH WHEEL, THE LEVER ARM PIVOT BOLT MAY HAVE BEEN OVER TIGHTENED. AN OVER TIGHTENED PIVOT BOLT CAN DISTORT THE PIVOT BOLT SPACER SLEEVE, WHICH MAY PREVENT THE FIFTH WHEEL LATCH JAW FROM CLOSING AND LATCHING SECURELY AROUND THE TRAILER KING PIN.
Remedy: DEALERS WILL REPLACE THE PIVOT BOLT AND SLEEVE WITH A HEX HEAD SHOULDER BOLT AND WASHER FREE OF CHARGE. THE RECALL BEGAN ON JANUARY 28, 2008. OWNERS MAY CONTACT VOLVO TRUCKS AT 1-800-528-6586.
ON CERTAIN TRUCKS EQUIPPED WITH ARVINMERITOR RPL20 HIGH ANGLE INTERAXLE DRIVESHAFTS, AN IMPROPER SEATED OR MISSING SNAP RING CAN RESULT IN THE BEARING CUP TO SEPARATE FROM THE SLIP YOKE SUB-ASSEMBLY. THE UNIVERSAL JOINT CROSS COULD THEN CONTACT THE SLIP YOKE CASTING AND EVENTUALLY CAUSE THE EAR WORK TO FRACTURE.
Remedy: DEALERS WILL INSPECT THE DRIVESHAFTS AND REPLACE THEM AS NEEDED. THE RECALL BEGAN ON OCTOBER 23, 2006. OWNERS MAY CONTACT VOLVO TRUCKS AT 1-800-528-6586.
VOLVO TRUCKS IS RECALLING 127,764 MY 2001-2008 VHD, VNL, VNM, AND MY 2005-2008 VT TRUCKS. A SEAL MAY FAIL ALLOWING WATER AND CONTAMINANTS TO SEEP INTO THE WINDSHIELD WIPER MOTOR.
Remedy: VOLVO WILL REPLACE THE WIPER MOTOR FREE OF CHARGE. SINCE THIS RECALL INVOLVES A LARGE NUMBER OF VEHICLES, VOLVO WILL RELEASE THE RECALL IN STAGES AS PARTS ARE RECEIVED. PRIORITY WILL BE GIVEN TO THE VEHICLES LOCATED IN THE REGIONS/STATES THAT HAVE A CORROSIVE ENVIRONMENT. THE RECALL BEGAN ON SEPTEMBER 30, 2009. OWNERS MAY CONTACT VOLVO TRUCKS AT 1-800-528-6586.
ON CERTAIN TRUCKS, THE AXLE HOUSINGS MAY HAVE BEEN MANUFACTURED WITH STEEL THAT WAS OUT OF SPECIFICATION WHICH COULD RESULT IN A FATIGUE FAILURE OVER TIME.
Remedy: DEALERS WILL REPAIR AND INSPECT THE AXLES AND REPLACE THEM FREE OF CHARGE. THE RECALL BEGAN ON APRIL 9, 2007. OWNERS MAY CONTACT VOLVO TRUCKS AT 1-800-528-6586.
Volvo Trucks North America (Volvo) is recalling certain model year 2007-2014 VAH, VHD, VNL, VNM, and VT models. The affected vehicles were built without a redundant clutch disengagement switch. Without a redundant switch, a loss of signal from the brake air pressure switch can prevent the clutch from automatically disengaging when the brake is applied.
Remedy: Volvo Trucks will notify owners and dealers will inspect and repair the vehicles if necessary. The recall began on August 26, 2013. Volvo's recall number is RVXX1303. Owners may contact Volvo at 1-336-393-2000.
ON CERTAIN TRUCKS, THE NUT USED TO RETAIN THE STEERING SHAFT MAY OR MAY NOT BE A LOCK NUT THAT HAS THE LOCKING FEATURE. A LOCK NUT IS REQUIRED TO PROVIDE ADDITIONAL RESISTANCE TO ENSURE THAT THE NUT DOES NOT COME LOOSE.
Remedy: DEALERS WILL REPLACE THE STEERING SHAFT PINCH BOLTS AND LOCKNUTS FREE OF CHARGE. THE RECALL BEGAN ON AUGUST 24, 2007. OWNERS MAY CONTACT VOLVO TRUCKS AT 1-800-528-6586.
VOLVO TRUCKS IS RECALLING 366 MY 2006-2009 VNL TRUCKS EQUIPPED WITH SUPER SINGLE TIRES, BENDIX BRAKE CAM TUBES, AND VOLVO AIR SUSPENSION. THE VIBRATION FREQUENCY FROM THE SUSPENSION WITH SUPER SINGLE TIRES MAY RESULT IN A FATIGUE CRACK OF THE MOUNTING BRACKETS FOR THE BRAKE CAM TUBE.
Remedy: DEALERS WILL ADD A SUPPORT BRACKET TO THE BRAKE CAM TUBE. THE RECALL BEGAN ON JUNE 30, 2009. OWNERS MAY CONTACT VOLVO TRUCKS AT 1-800-528-6586.
ON CERTAIN HEAVY DUTY TRUCKS, THE CIRCUIT PROTECTION (I.E. AUTOMATIC CIRCUIT BREAKERS) USED TO PROTECT THE VEHICLE LIGHTING SYSTEM MAY NOT PROVIDE ADEQUATE PROTECTION.
Remedy: DEALERS WILL REPLACE THE CIRCUIT BREAKERS WITH FUSES. THE RECALL BEGAN ON FEBRUARY 25, 2008. OWNERS MAY CONTACT VOLVO TRUCKS AT 1-800-528-6586.
ON CERTAIN TRUCKS, AN UNPROTECTED LEAD IN THE THERMOSWITCH OF THE HEATER MAY MAKE CONTACT WITH ANOTHER POST POSSIBLY CREATING A SHORT CIRCUIT, WHICH CAN RESULT IN CONTINUOUS OPERATION OF THE HEATING ELEMENT.
Remedy: DEALERS WILL INSPECT THE THERMOSWITCH AND WILL REPLACE IT IF NECESSARY. THE RECALL BEGAN ON SEPTEMBER 10, 2007. OWNERS MAY CONTACT VOLVO TRUCKS AT 1-800-528-6586.
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Is the 2007 Volvo VNL reliable?
NHTSA has 15 owner complaints and 9 recall campaigns on record for the 2007 Volvo VNL. The most complained-about area is exterior lighting.
Does the 2007 Volvo VNL have open recalls?
9 recall campaigns have been issued, the latest concerning trailer hitches:fifth wheel assembly. Check your specific vehicle by VIN - recall repairs are free at franchised dealers.
Source: NHTSA recall campaigns and owner complaints (public domain). Counts reflect reports on file and are not a defect rate.