repaired · 2020 Q4
Suspension: front
Risk. Fracture of the axle beam can cause a loss of vehicle control, increasing the risk of a crash.
2015 Volvo VNLProblems, recalls & complaints
NHTSA has logged 5 owner complaints about the 2015 Volvo VNL, most often about the suspension. It is covered by 9 safety recalls, and for recall 19V-617 the manufacturer reports only 20% of affected cars repaired.
Source: NHTSA complaints, recalls, investigations and manufacturer recall reports, through August 21, 2019. Updated daily.
Complaints by system
Where the 2015 Volvo VNL has problems
5 complaints grouped by the system owners reported.
3Suspension1 crash/fire/injury
1Steering1 crash/fire/injury
1Structure
| System | Complaints | Crash, fire or injury |
|---|---|---|
| Suspension | 3 | 1 |
| Steering | 1 | 1 |
| Structure | 1 | 0 |
Source: NHTSA Office of Defects Investigation. Complaints are submitted by the public and are not verified by NHTSA.
9 recalls
2015 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 · 2018 Q2
Service brakes, air
Risk. If the brake system becomes contaminated, braking performance could be affected, increasing the risk of a crash.
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 Q2
Hydraulic: actuator
Risk. If the diaphragm is not completely attached, there may be internal leakage from the service section past the diaphragm, potentially trapping air pressure in…
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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 Q1
Electrical system: software
Risk. An engine stall while driving increases the risk of a crash.
repaired · 2016 Q1
Disc: caliper
Risk. If the disc brake caliper detaches from the backing plate it can affect the brakes to that particular wheel causing the vehicle to "pull" to the left or right,…
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…
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
2015 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
2 investigations
NHTSA defect investigations
Federal investigations that included the 2015 Volvo VNL, and the recalls they led to.
- Discrepancies in Required CFR ReportingNo recall
- Ride QualityNo recall
In owners' words
What VNL owners report
Recent suspension complaints filed with NHTSA, shortened. Personal details are removed.
THE CAB SUSPENSION IS AFFECTED BY SOME TYPE OF MANUFACTURE FAULT, THE CAB IS TWISTED 3 INCHS TO THE LEFT. I HAVE SEEN THE SAME COMPLAINT OF OTHER VOLVO'S VNL MODEL OWNERS. THIS IS A SAFETY CONCERN AND REALLY NEED A ATTENTION.
MY 2015 VOLVO SEMI HAS BEEN THE ROUGHEST RIDING TRUCK I HAVE BEEN IN. IT HAS FRONT AIR RIDE SUSPENSION, AND EXHIBITS UNUSUALLY HEAVY CAB SWAY, AND TAKES A LOT OF ATTENTION AND STEERING INPUT TO STAY IN ITS OWN LANE. I HAVE COMPLAINED ABOUT IT NUMEROUS TIMES TO.THE DEALER I BOUGHT IT NEW FROM, AND…
WE HAVE BEEN EXPERIENCING PROBLEMS WITH OUR VEHICLE FROM THE BEGINNING. WE FILED AN EARLIER COMPLAINT. WE HAVE NOT HEARD ANYTHING COMING FROM THAT COMPLAINT, BUT HAVE BEEN IN CONTACT WITH AN ODI INVESTIGATOR. WHEN TRAVELING DOWN THE ROAD, OUR TRUCK HIT A BRIDGE ABUTMENT AND THE CAB BOTTOMED OUT…
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