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2007 Volvo VNProblems, recalls & complaints

NHTSA has logged 3 owner complaints about the 2007 Volvo VN, most often about the power train. It is covered by 3 safety recalls.

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CarFlaw IndexNot enough dataHigher is better (0–100)
Safety recalls3Free fix at dealersOwner complaints30 with a crash, fire or injuryTypical failure mileage253kPower train, median miles

Source: NHTSA complaints, recalls, investigations and manufacturer recall reports, through February 9, 2014. Updated daily.

Complaints by system

Where the 2007 Volvo VN has problems

3 complaints grouped by the system owners reported.

Box size = number of complaints naming that system. Darker = larger share. One complaint can name more than one system.
Complaints by system
SystemComplaintsCrash, fire or injury
Power train20
Engine10
Engine and engine cooling10
Wheels10

Source: NHTSA Office of Defects Investigation. Complaints are submitted by the public and are not verified by NHTSA.

3 recalls

2007 Volvo VN recalls and how many were fixed

Each ring shows the share of affected cars repaired, from the manufacturer’s latest quarterly report to NHTSA. Recall repairs are free at authorized dealers.

–no report yet

Seat belts

Recall 12V-510 · Oct 18, 2012 · 1,496 vehicles

Risk. In the event of a crash, an insufficient seat belt weld may prevent the seat belt from properly restraining the occupant.

Problem, fix and repair progress →

–no report yet

Supply: quick release valve

Recall 10V-571 · Nov 12, 2010 · 6,187 vehicles

Risk. CORROSION OF THE VALVE CAN CAUSE IT TO MALFUNCTION, THEREBY ADVERSELY AFFECTING BRAKING PERFORMANCE AND INCREASING THE RISK OF A CRASH.

Problem, fix and repair progress →

–no report yet

Gear box: shaft sector

Recall 06V-099 · Apr 4, 2006 · 2,137 vehicles

Risk. THIS COULD POTENTIALLY LEAD TO STEERING SHAFT SEPARATION RESULTING IN LOSS OF CONTROL OF THE VEHICLE IF THE PINCH BOLT WERE TO COME LOOSE INCREASING THE RISK…

Problem, fix and repair progress →

Recalls apply to specific cars. To see whether a recall is still open on yours, enter the 17-character VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls or with Volvo.

Best & worst years

2007 vs. every other VN year

Bars show complaints per model year. Colors show the CarFlaw verdict: complaints weighted for crashes, fires and injuries, adjusted for years on the road and compared with the VN median. How we score

'96'97'98'99'00'01'02'03'04'05'06'07'08'09'10'11'12'13'14'15'16'18'19'20'21'22'23'24'25'26'27
  • Avoid
  • Caution
  • Solid
  • Best
  • Not rated
2 investigations

NHTSA defect investigations

Federal investigations that included the 2007 Volvo VN, and the recalls they led to.

  1. SAF HOLLAND FIFTH WHEEL ASSEMBLYPE07046 · closed Nov 9, 2007
    No recall
  2. Volvo Sleeper glass de-bondingRQ11001 · closed Jan 20, 2012
    No recall
In owners' words

What VN owners report

Recent power train complaints filed with NHTSA, shortened. Personal details are removed.

WHILE DRIVING ON INTERSTATE 85 TRUCK STARTED MAKING NOISE AND COOLANT LIGHT CAME ON. AFTER OPENING HOOD NOTICE FAN DISLODGED AND COOLANT COMPLETELY GONE FROM RADIATOR. CALLED A REPAIR SHOP WHO DIAGNOSED THE FAN HUB BEARING HAD FAILED CAUSING THE FAN TO BREAK THEN CAUSING A CHAIN REACTION OF OTHER…
Complaint 10563595 · Feb 9, 2014 · 789,000 miles
TL*THE CONTACT OWNS A 2007 VOLVO VN. WHILE THE VEHICLE WAS STOPPED HE DISENGAGED THE CLUTCH AND THE VEHICLE BEGAN TO MOVE FORWARD. HE APPLIED PRESSURE TO THE BRAKE PEDAL BUT THE VEHICLE CONTINUED TO MOVE FORWARD UNTIL HE SHUT THE ENGINE OFF. THE VEHICLE WAS TOWED AN AUTHORIZED DEALER WHERE HE WAS…
Complaint 10355902 · Sep 16, 2010 · 253,000 miles

Own a 2007 VN?

Decode your VIN to see the recalls for your exact car, then confirm open recalls with NHTSA.