Complaints over time
Complaints about the 2007 Volvo VHD peaked in 2009, with 1 filed
Owner complaints about this model year, by the year they were filed with NHTSA.
Source: NHTSA ODI complaints file. The lighter column runs through October.
Model year
2007 Volvo VHD
Other, diesel, 6x4, built in United States. Owner complaints on file from Jul 12, 2009 to Dec 12, 2010.
Recall campaigns covering this model year10286k vehicles or units across those campaigns
Owner complaints2Close to the median 2007 other
Severity index50.02007 others average 11.0
First 24 months0Complaints in its first two years
Components
100% of complaints about the 2007 Volvo VHD name engine and cooling
Owner complaints by component. Hover or focus a bar for the crash, fire, injury or death count.
Source: NHTSA ODI complaints file. A complaint can name more than one component; it is counted under the first.
Recalls
10 recall campaigns cover the 2007 Volvo VHD
Check a specific vehicle by VIN on NHTSA's site: a campaign may cover only part of a model year's production.
| Campaign | Filed | Subject | Component | Vehicles | Remedy |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 18V-766 | Oct 30, 2018 | Snow plow headlights can be turned on without other exterior lights, and high beam indicator will not work when the snow plow high beams are on | Lighting | 4,625 | Software update |
| 13V-268 | Jun 26, 2013 | Affected vehicles were built without a redundant clutch disengagement switch | Powertrain | 23,056 | Repair or modification |
| 12V-510 | Oct 18, 2012 | Seat belt d-ring weld may not be sufficient enough to meet the seat belt pull test | Seat belts | 1,496 | Part replacement |
| 10V-571 | Nov 12, 2010 | Inversion valve on the frame may be orientated where contaminants can enter the valve through the exhaust port | Brakes | 6,187 | Part replacement |
| 09V-173 | May 21, 2009 | Seal may fail allowing water and contaminants to seep into the windshield wiper motor | Visibility and wipers | 127,764 | Part replacement |
| 07V-573 | Dec 14, 2007 | On certain heavy duty trucks, the circuit protection (i.e. automatic circuit breakers) used to protect the vehicle lighting system may not provide… | Electrical system | 104,845 | Part replacement |
| 07V-496 | Oct 23, 2007 | On certain trucks equipped with a saf holland simplex fifth wheel, the lever arm pivot bolt may have been over tightened | Trailer hitches | 6,519 | Part replacement |
| 07V-345 | Aug 7, 2007 | On certain trucks, an unprotected lead in the thermoswitch of the heater may make contact with another post possibly creating a short circuit,… | Fuel system | 677 | Part replacement |
| 07V-323 | Jul 24, 2007 | On certain trucks, the nut used to retain the steering shaft may or may not be a lock nut that has the locking feature | Steering | 9,102 | Part replacement |
| 06V-099 | Apr 4, 2006 | On certain heavy duty class 8 trucks equipped with dana steering shafts, there is a potential that the steering shaft pinch bolt hole may be… | Steering | 2,137 | Part replacement |
Source: NHTSA ODI recalls file.
Owner complaints
What owners reported about the 2007 Volvo VHD
The full text of every complaint filed with NHTSA about this model year, newest first. Complaints are filed by owners and are not verified by NHTSA; NHTSA removes personal details before publishing.
2 complaints on file, page 1 of 1.
- Filed Dec 12, 2010Failure Nov 27, 2010227,000 milesCharlottesville, VACooling system, Exhaust system
2007 VOLVO VHD HEAVY TRUCK. VOLVO VED12 ENGINE. EGR COOLER FAILURE RESULTING IN HEAVY TRUCK DISABLED ON HIGHWAY. NEAR MISS ACCIDENT FROM VEHICLES APPROACHING FROM REAR. ENVIRONMENTAL DISCHARGE OF ENGINE COOLANT AND HEAVY SMOKE. SPEAKING WITH VOLVO TRUCK REPRESENTATIVES AND OTHER VOLVO TRUCK OWNERS, IT IS LIKELY THAT THIS IS A SYSTEMATIC PROBLEM FOR VOLVO TRUCKS WITH VOLVO VED-12 ENGINES. *TR
NHTSA complaint 10370293 - Filed Jul 12, 2009Failure Jul 11, 200945,000 milesCharlottesville, VACooling systemFire
HORTON FAN HUB FAILURE SIMILAR TO ACTION NUMBER EA09-008 FOR FAILURE IN KENWORTH AND PETERBILIT TRUCKS. I HAVE A VOLVO TRUCK (2007 VHD) THAT IS ON ITS THIRD HORTON FAN HUB. VERY EXPENSIVE FAILURE, IDENTICAL DESIGN PROBLEM TO KENWORTH AND PETERBILT, ITS TIME TO LINK THIS PROBLEM TO VOLVO TOO. *TR
NHTSA complaint 10276451
Source: NHTSA ODI complaints file.
Investigations
1 NHTSA investigation on file
- PE13002 Preliminary evaluation, Powertrain
Stop Lamp Switch Signal
Opened Feb 7, 2013, closed Jul 3, 2013 · led to a recall
Source: NHTSA ODI investigations file.
Service bulletins
164 manufacturer communications cover this model year
Technical service bulletins and other notices the manufacturer sent to dealers. A bulletin is not a recall; the 60 most recent are listed.
- TSB 373-001 202609 Sep 21, 2026 · 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 insu… - CBR 453-6 032026 Mar 3, 2026 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
CBR - Volvo Chassis - Voltage Warning (Low Battery Light, Alternator Light) Illuminated (ON) In The Instrument Cluster After The Cluster Is Replaced - US04 Emissions, Model Years 2005 to 2007. - CBR 2246-5 032026 Mar 3, 2026 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
CBR - Z Spring Bracket Wear. Volvo Chassis - CBR 2488 072025 Jul 28, 2025 · 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. - CBR 170-8 202505 May 28, 2025 · 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) - TSB V-710-001 202504 Apr 2, 2025 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
TSB - V-710-001 Engine Crossmember Loose Hardware. - CBR-2383 202406 Jun 18, 2024 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
CBR - Accelerator Pedal: Inspection/Instructions - CBR-2139 202405 May 2, 2024 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
CBR - 11 Liter Engines - Fuel In Oil. - KC-202 Feb 16, 2024 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
CBR - Automated Manual Transmission ( AMT ) Flywheel Pilot Bearing Wear On Input Shaft. - CBR-2320 202312 Dec 1, 2023 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
CBR: 11L Engine - Air Conditioner (A/C) Line Damaged At Bracket - Model Year 2007 to Present. - V728-005A 202308 Aug 14, 2023 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
TSB: Barksdale Leveling Valve, Leak Test - CBR-2120 202308 Aug 29, 2023 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
CBR: Volvo VHD & VN Models - Vehicle Wil Not Start, PTO Active Message Displayed In Cluster, PTO Light On When PTO Switch Is Turned Off - CBR-2112 202307 Jul 24, 2023 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
CBR: Programming Failure - Chassis With Cummins Engine And An Allison Transmission - KC-2292 Jun 13, 2023 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
CBR - Vehicles Equipped With Chalmers Suspension - Frame Bracket Hardware Loose or Interfering - KC-503-Ver3 May 17, 2023 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
CBR: Automated Manual Transmission ( AMT ) - Transmission Electronic Control Unit ( TECU ) MID130 PSID 29 FMI 7 / P10AE81 Fault Codes Being Generated - KC-2229-Ver2 May 10, 2023 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
CBR: Automated Manual Transmission (AMT) Transmission Kickdown Mode - KC-474-Ver5 May 2, 2023 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
CBR: Diagnostic Trouble Code (DTC) P215A-64, Fault Code SPN 84 FMI 19 - KC-2265 Apr 20, 2023 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
CBR: Volvo VHD Models - Allison Reduced Engine Load At A Stop (RELS) Diagnostic Trouble Code P071A Or P07CE - Non-Split/Drop Box PTO. VHD chassis may experience Diagnostic Trouble Code P071A or P07CE along with symptoms of no reduced engine load (RELS) whe… - KC-2260 Apr 12, 2023 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
CBR: Volvo Chassis - Timing Gear Plate Repair. This solution provides supplementary information to be used when installing a Timing Gear Plate with Integrated Seal. - KC-2033 Apr 12, 2023 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
CBR: Volvo On-Highway Vehicles - Bendix ABS Fault SPN 807 FMI 13 Blink code 19-4. The new Central Pressure Control (CPC) system has changed the way that the ABS chuff test is performed. - KC-2248 Feb 21, 2023 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
Flywheel Housing Thread Repair - KC-395 Feb 8, 2023 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
Instrument Cluster Programming - Programming Fails Or Errors Display When Replacing An Instrument Cluster With A Newer Part Number (Conversion Kit) - US04 To US10 Chassis (9-Pin Diagnostic Connector) - KC-914 Oct 31, 2022 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
Volvo Chassis - D12C, D12D, D11F, D13F, D16D, D16F Engines - Copper Injector Sleeves, Replacement Procedure And Information ( Flat Tip Injectors ) - US04 To US07 Emissions - KC-183 Oct 7, 2022 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
Volvo Chassis - ( AMT, I-Shift ) - Transmission Grinding When Downshifting ; Range Synchronizer (Synchro) Timing Procedure - US07 And Newer - V-265-002 Sep 22, 2022 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
TSB-Charge Air Cooler t-clamp install. - CBR-2201 Aug 29, 2022 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
Engine Control Module (EMS) Software (MSW) Information – August 2022; Improvement List (Change Log) - US21+OBD22 (13L VGT, TC) And US17+OBD22 (11L) Emissions - KC-435 Jun 7, 2022 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
Volvo Chassis - Equipped with An Automated Manual Transmission (AMT, iShift) - SNV 19-002 - AMT Oil Filter Housing Corrosion - KC-2174 Jun 15, 2022 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
Volvo Chassis - Drag Link Inspection And Replacement Criteria - KC-2028 Jun 17, 2022 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
AMT Control Housing Bench Testing - False Failures - KC-2107 Jun 3, 2022 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
DEF Level (UQLS) Sensor Troubleshooting Guide - US17+OBD16 Emissions and Newer - KC-2112 Jun 21, 2022 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
Programming Failure - Chassis With Cummins Engine And An Allison Transmission - KC-2116 Jun 3, 2022 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
NOx Sensor Troubleshooting Guide - US10+OBD13 And Newer Emissions - KC-2119 Jun 21, 2022 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
DTC U012100 - Lost Communication With Anti-Lock Brake System (ABS) Control Module, No Additional Information - KC-2143 Jun 21, 2022 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
(Back Office) - Cruise Control Inoperative After Updating Software VECU5 Without ESP Package (UESP) - KC-2165 Jun 3, 2022 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
DEF Pump Troubleshooting Guide - US10+OBD13 And Newer Emissions - KC-2171 Jun 3, 2022 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
Temperature Sensor Troubleshooting Guide - US10+OBD13 And Newer - KC-405 Jun 21, 2022 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
Warranty Automated Manual Transmission ( AMT, I-Shift, mDrive ) Control Housing Assembly; Guidelines For Filing A Claim For Chassis Return Visit With Transmission Issues After A Repair Requiring Control Housing Removal And Reinstallation - US07 And Newer - KC-732 Jun 6, 2022 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
Unable To Retrieve "On Request" Messages For PeopleNet Or Omnitracs Modules Installed On The DL5 Data Link; Third Party Electronic Log Device Not Reporting Certain Data - KC-734 Jun 6, 2022 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
Diesel Particulate Filter (DPF) And Diesel Oxidation Catalyst (DOC) Pin Testing Procedure - US07 And Newer Emissions, Model Year 2008 And Newer - KC-682 May 19, 2022 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
Sensor And Parameter Values Missing Or Reading Zero When Performing A Sensor And Parameter Values Monitor With Premium Tech Tool ( PTT ) - US07 And US10 ( Pre-OBDII, 9-Pin Diagnostic Connector ) Chassis - KC-2149 May 26, 2022 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
Particulate Matter (PM) Sensor Troubleshooting Guide - US14+OBD16 And Newer Emissions - KC-2107 May 26, 2022 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
DEF Level (UQLS) Sensor Troubleshooting Guide - US17+OBD16 Emissions and Newer - KC-726 May 31, 2022 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
Fuel Level Gauge Reading Incorrect In The Instrument Cluster - SNV22-003 May 13, 2022 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
The Diagnostic Process - KC-623 May 4, 2022 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
Volvo I-Shift AMT Will Not Calibrate After Incorrect Flywheel Housing Is Installed - KC-636 May 16, 2022 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
Volvo Fault Code MID 144 PSID 204 FMI 9 - KC-639 May 17, 2022 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
Volvo SNV15-008 Vocom Adapter ( 88890300 ) May Lock Up When Updating Firmware - KC-640 May 17, 2022 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
Volvo Chassis - Dealer Support Communication - Selecting The Proper SR Area For Creating An eService - KC-642 May 17, 2022 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
Volvo Chassis - Bendix ABS6 TO ABS8 Service Information - KC-647 May 17, 2022 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
Volvo Chassis Ghost Codes Due To Poor Grounding - KC-649 May 17, 2022 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
Volvo SNV14-035 When And How To Contact Tech Support ( eService & Phone ) - KC-650 May 17, 2022 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
Volvo Chassis - Fuel Level Gauge Slow To Respond To Changes In Fuel Level - KC-660 May 17, 2022 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
Volvo Chassis - PTO Pump Speed Calculator - KC-674 May 18, 2022 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
Volvo Chassis - Fuel Level Sending Unit Specification Information - KC-675 May 18, 2022 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
(Back Office Only) Volvo Chassis - Equipped With A Catalyzed Exhaust Aftertreatment System ( EATS ) - Regeneration ( Regen ) Failure Diagnostic Process - US07 to US16 Emissions - Service Manager Feb 3, 2022 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
Shipping and Handling of Volvo Lithium-ion 48V Mild Hybrid Battery to Global Battery Solutions (GBS) - 356EN01 Feb 9, 2022 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
VIDA QR Scanner Mobile App - V-392-004 Mar 23, 2022 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
Radio, Replacement (revised from FSB 392-005) - KC-784 Mar 23, 2022 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
Volvo Chassis - Diagnostic Trouble Code ( DTC ) P0420 Illuminating The Malfunction Indicator Lamp (MIL) - KC-705 Mar 16, 2022 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
Volvo Chassis - Diagnostic Trouble Codes ( DTC's ) - MID130 PID160 FMI1 Or FMI2 - For The I-Shift Transmission
Source: NHTSA manufacturer communications files.