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 VNMProblems, recalls & complaints
NHTSA has logged 0 owner complaints about the 2013 Volvo VNM. It is covered by 9 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 VNM 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.
9 recalls
2013 Volvo VNM 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
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…
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repaired · 2016 Q3
Engine and engine cooling: engine
Risk. If engine oil comes into contact with a hot surface, there could be an increased risk of a fire.
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…
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
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 VNM 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 VNM 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
- Avoid
- Caution
- Solid
- Best
- Not rated
2 investigations
NHTSA defect investigations
Federal investigations that included the 2013 Volvo VNM, and the recalls they led to.
- Discrepancies in Required CFR ReportingNo recall
- Stop Lamp Switch SignalLed to recall 13V-268
Own a 2013 VNM?
Decode your VIN to see the recalls for your exact car, then confirm open recalls with NHTSA.