repaired · 2018 Q2
Service brakes, air
Risk. If the brake system becomes contaminated, braking performance could be affected, increasing the risk of a crash.
2013 Volvo VNLProblems, recalls & complaints
NHTSA has logged 7 owner complaints about the 2013 Volvo VNL, most often about the tires. It is covered by 14 safety recalls, and for recall 15V-643 the manufacturer reports only 32% of affected cars repaired.
Source: NHTSA complaints, recalls, investigations and manufacturer recall reports, through December 22, 2016. Updated daily.
Complaints by system
Where the 2013 Volvo VNL has problems
7 complaints grouped by the system owners reported.
2Tires1 crash/fire/injury
1Engine and engine cooling
1Service brakes
1Steering
1Structure
1Visibility
| System | Complaints | Crash, fire or injury |
|---|---|---|
| Tires | 2 | 1 |
| Engine and engine cooling | 1 | 0 |
| Service brakes | 1 | 0 |
| Steering | 1 | 0 |
| Structure | 1 | 0 |
| Visibility | 1 | 0 |
Source: NHTSA Office of Defects Investigation. Complaints are submitted by the public and are not verified by NHTSA.
14 recalls
2013 Volvo VNL 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 · 2017 Q4
Steering
Risk. The improperly heat treated axles may fracture, resulting in a loss of vehicle control and increasing the risk of a crash.
repaired · 2017 Q1
Trailer hitches: fifth wheel assembly
Risk. If the fifth wheel and locking mechanism are sufficiently damaged, the locking mechanism may fail to operate as intended and the trailer may unexpectedly…
repaired · 2017 Q1
Electrical system
Risk. If the mounting points crack and tear or the attaching bolts loosen or fail, the power unit may detach from the truck, becoming a road hazard and increasing…
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repaired · 2017 Q1
Service brakes
Risk. If the brake handle does return to the off position, the trailer service brakes may drag causing the wheel end to overheat and potentially cause a wheel end…
repaired · 2016 Q1
Power train: automatic transmission
Risk. If the drivetrain does not re-engage, the vehicle's stopping distance may be lengthened, increasing the risk of a crash.
repaired · 2016 Q2
Tires
Risk. Premature tire failure could increase the risk of a vehicle crash.
repaired · 2015 Q4
Forward collision avoidance: adaptive cruise control
Risk. If the active braking feature becomes disabled, the vehicle may not automatically activate the brakes as intended when the enhanced cruise control system is in…
repaired · 2015 Q3
Engine and engine cooling: engine
Risk. The improper operation of the sensor could induce elevated exhaust temperatures or flames from the exhaust pipe, increasing the risk of a vehicle fire or burn…
repaired · 2015 Q1
Driveline: driveshaft
Risk. Failure of the driveshaft can result in debris on the roadway and disabling of the truck, which can increase the risk of a crash.
no report yet
Power train: clutch assembly
Risk. Without a signal to disengage the clutch when the brakes are applied, the distance required to stop the truck may lengthen, increasing the risk of a crash.
no report yet
Conventional: air
Risk. Overheated brake components could result in a fire.
no report yet
12v/24v/48v battery: cables
Risk. Loose or chafed cables may lead to overheating of the battery cable and switch which may result in a fire.
no report yet
Supply: check valve
Risk. INADVERTENT BRAKE APPLICATION CAN CAUSE THE BRAKES TO OVERHEAT AND LEAD TO A FIRE.
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
2013 vs. every other VNL 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 VNL median. How we score
'90'91'92'93'94'95'96'97'98'99'00'01'02'03'04'05'06'07'08'09'10'11'12'13'14'15'16'17'18'19'20'21'22'23'24'25
- Avoid
- Caution
- Solid
- Best
- Not rated
3 investigations
NHTSA defect investigations
Federal investigations that included the 2013 Volvo VNL, and the recalls they led to.
- Discrepancies in Required CFR ReportingNo recall
- Ride QualityNo recall
- Stop Lamp Switch SignalLed to recall 13V-268
In owners' words
What VNL owners report
Recent tires complaints filed with NHTSA, shortened. Personal details are removed.
BRIDGESTONE GREATEC M885 SUPER SINGLE TIRES.ON SEVERAL OCCASIONS THROUGHOUT OUR FLEET THER HAVE BEEN MANY INCIDENTS OF THESE TIRES LOSING TRACTION AT VARIOUS SPEEDS AND DRIVING CONDITIONS
THE OWNER STATES THAT HIS DRIVERS EXPERIENCED TWO SEPARATE TIRE FAILURES ON SAME VOLVO 430 AUTO HAULER (MODEL 2013 VNL64T). THE TIRES INVOLVED IN THE FAILURES WERE MICHELIN XZA2 ENERGY 295/60 R22.5. THE FIRST TIRE FAILED ON 6/19/2012 WITH APPROXIMATELY 12,000 MILES ON IT. THE TIRE WAS A STEER TIRE…
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