2008 Volvo Vn problems, complaints & recalls
Most-reported problem areas: Structure:frame And Members (1) · Engine And Engine Cooling:engine:diesel (1)
Safety recalls (2)
Seat Belts 2012-10-18 · campaign 12V510000 · 1,496 vehicles
Defect: Volvo is recalling certain model year 2002-2013 VHD and VN trucks, manufactured from August 4, 2000, through June 22, 2012, and equipped with bench passenger seats. The seat belt d-ring weld may not be sufficient enough to meet the seat belt pull test. Therefore, these vehicles fail to conform to the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard No. 210, "Seat Belt Assembly Anchorages."
Risk: In the event of a crash, an insufficient seat belt weld may prevent the seat belt from properly restraining the occupant. This increases the risk of injury to the seat occupant.
Fix: Volvo Trucks of America will notify owners, and dealers will replace the suspected d-ring, free of change. The safety recall began on May 10, 2013. Owners may contact Volvo at 1-336-393-2000.
Service Brakes, Air:supply:quick Release Valve 2010-11-12 · campaign 10V571000 · 6,187 vehicles
Defect: VOLVO TRUCKS IS RECALLING CERTAIN MODEL YEAR 2007 AND 2009 VHD, MODEL YEAR 2006 THROUGH 2010 VN, AND MODEL YEAR 2007 THROUGH 2009 VT TRUCKS MANUFACTURED FROM NOVEMBER 7, 2005, THROUGH OCTOBER 30, 2009, EQUIPPED WITH AN AIR RELEASE FIFTH WHEEL. THE INVERSION VALVE ON THE FRAME MAY BE ORIENTATED WHERE CONTAMINANTS CAN ENTER THE VALVE THROUGH THE EXHAUST PORT. AS A RESULT, THE BRAKE VALVE MAY CORRODE.
Risk: CORROSION OF THE VALVE CAN CAUSE IT TO MALFUNCTION, THEREBY ADVERSELY AFFECTING BRAKING PERFORMANCE AND INCREASING THE RISK OF A CRASH.
Fix: DEALERS WILL INSPECT THE INVERSION VALVE AND REPLACE AS REQUIRED. THIS SERVICE WILL BE PERFORMED FREE OF CHARGE. THE SAFETY RECALL IS EXPECTED TO BEGIN ON OR BEFORE FEBRUARY 18, 2011. OWNERS MAY CONTACT VOLVO TRUCKS AT 1-800-528-6586.
Service bulletins (166)
Technical service bulletins are repair instructions manufacturers send dealers for known issues. Unlike recalls, the fix is not automatically free — but naming the bulletin at the service desk can save diagnosis time and support goodwill repairs.
Electrical System 2026-09-21 · TSB 373-001 202609 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
overheating has been observed at the alternator power cable and ground cable connection, resulting in melted insulation around the terminal area. the alternator power cable connection should maintain a stable electrical contact without overheating or insulation damage during normal vehicle operat
Suspension 2026-03-03 · CBR 2246-5 032026 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
cbr - z spring bracket wear. volvo chassis
Unknown Or Other 2025-07-28 · CBR 2488 072025 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
cbr - a significant gps reporting issue is affecting fleet operations, with trucks maintaining back-office communication but failing to transmit gps location data.
Engine 2025-05-28 · CBR 170-8 202505 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
inactive code p25ae00 being generated after a hard pull and a momentary drop in engine oil pressure (low oil pressure) (possible related codes - spn4811 , spn 100 , pid 100)
Power Train 2024-08-28 · CBR-343 202408 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
cbr: on volvo chassis with an i-shift and mack chassis with an mdrive transmission, there have been reports of complete shift assemblies and tecus being replaced due to technicians being unable to pinpoint the source of the air leak.
Vehicle Speed Control 2024-06-18 · CBR-2383 202406 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
cbr - accelerator pedal: inspection/instructions
Showing the 6 most recent of 166 bulletins. Search all of them free at nhtsa.gov.
What owners report
2011-02-25 · Structure:frame And Members“owner called into odi and reported that his my 2008 volvo 780 was cracked at welds in the frame. vehicle bouight used from advantage volvo-gmc in charlotte, nc in novmebr 2010 and used in line haul service. owner described welding onthe "top face" area of the frame. [odi note; most trucks frames are heat treated and no welding permitted; request…”
2011-01-05 · Engine And Engine Cooling:engine:diesel“exhaust leaks into cab while driving. this has been an ongoing concern since owning the tractor. it has been in the shop at least 10 times with continual leaks within weeks to months at a time. my wife an i drive tandem and have had a lot of sinus problems as a result of diesel exhaust. it makes my wife sick to her stomach.…”
Excerpts of consumer complaints filed with NHTSA, lightly truncated. They are owner statements, not verified findings.