repaired · 2026 Q3
Engine: diesel
Risk. A detached idler gear can damage the engine, resulting in a stall and increasing the risk of a crash or injury.
2024 Volvo VNProblems, recalls & complaints
NHTSA has logged 2 owner complaints about the 2024 Volvo VN, most often about the seat belts. It is covered by 7 safety recalls, and for recall 23V-769 the manufacturer reports only 55% of affected cars repaired.
Source: NHTSA complaints, recalls, investigations and manufacturer recall reports, through October 12, 2026. Updated daily.
Complaints by system
Where the 2024 Volvo VN has problems
2 complaints grouped by the system owners reported.
1Seat belts
| System | Complaints | Crash, fire or injury |
|---|---|---|
| Seat belts | 1 | 0 |
Source: NHTSA Office of Defects Investigation. Complaints are submitted by the public and are not verified by NHTSA.
7 recalls
2024 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.
repaired · 2026 Q3
Electrical system: software
Risk. Safety systems that depend on the ECU (Automatic Traction Control, ABS, Electronic Stability Control, Active Cruise Control, and Collison Mitigation System)…
repaired · 2026 Q3
Electrical system: software
Risk. Sudden unintended acceleration can increase the risk of a crash.
repaired · 2025 Q3
Other: labels
Risk. An overloaded vehicle can increase the risk of a crash.
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repaired · 2025 Q4
Vehicle speed control
Risk. An engine that does not return to idle quickly enough can cause a loss of vehicle control, increasing the risk of a crash.
repaired · 2025 Q4
Seats: critical fasteners
Risk. The attachment points may fail, allowing the bench seat to shift and increasing the risk of injury during a crash.
repaired · 2025 Q2
Steering: critical fasteners
Risk. Loose steering gear fasteners may result in a loss of vehicle control, increasing the risk of a crash.
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
2024 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
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- Avoid
- Caution
- Solid
- Best
- Not rated
In owners' words
What VN owners report
Recent seat belts complaints filed with NHTSA, shortened. Personal details are removed.
I am a hazardous-materials tanker driver for Pilot Company / Pilot Flying J, based at [XXX]. This complaint concerns a new replacement orange seatbelt installed by my employer in truck unit 50757, Tennessee plate [XXX]. During normal driving, the belt unexpectedly locks or tightens against my neck…
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