repaired · 2023 Q3
Hydraulic power assist: pump
Risk. A loss of power steering assist increases the risk of a crash.
2021 Volvo VNLProblems, recalls & complaints
NHTSA has logged 0 owner complaints about the 2021 Volvo VNL. It is covered by 7 safety recalls, and for recall 21V-417 the manufacturer reports only 66% of affected cars repaired.
Source: NHTSA complaints, recalls, investigations and manufacturer recall reports, through November 4, 2021. Updated daily.
Complaints by system
Where the 2021 Volvo VNL has problems
0 complaints grouped by the system owners reported.
| System | Complaints | Crash, fire or injury |
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Source: NHTSA Office of Defects Investigation. Complaints are submitted by the public and are not verified by NHTSA.
7 recalls
2021 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 · 2023 Q2
Wheels: hub
Risk. A separated hubcap can create a road hazard, increasing the risk of a crash.
repaired · 2022 Q4
Service brakes, hydraulic: critical fasteners
Risk. If the park brakes apply unexpectedly, the driver may lose control of the vehicle, increasing the risk of a vehicle crash.
repaired · 2022 Q3
Service brakes, air
Risk. A dislodged brake pedal would be inoperable, increasing a risk of a crash.
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repaired · 2022 Q2
Steering
Risk. If the king pin is missing or not tightened properly, the knuckle may separate from the axle, increasing the risk of a crash.
repaired · 2022 Q2
Other: labels
Risk. If the rear axles are overloaded, over time the wheel hubs may fail prematurely, increasing the risk of a crash.
repaired · 2022 Q1
Steering
Risk. The loose 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
2021 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
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- Avoid
- Caution
- Solid
- Best
- Not rated
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