Model year

1997 Volvo VN

Body and fuel not decoded. Owner complaints on file from no date to no date.

Recall campaigns covering this model year925k vehicles or units across those campaigns
Owner complaints0Not enough peers on file
Severity indexNoneCrash, fire, injury or death per 100
First 24 months0Complaints in its first two years
Complaints over time

Complaints about the 1997 Volvo VN by year filed

Owner complaints about this model year, by the year they were filed with NHTSA.

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Source: NHTSA ODI complaints file. The lighter column runs through October.
Components

Complaints by component

Owner complaints by component. Hover or focus a bar for the crash, fire, injury or death count.

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Source: NHTSA ODI complaints file. A complaint can name more than one component; it is counted under the first.
Recalls

9 recall campaigns cover the 1997 Volvo VN

Check a specific vehicle by VIN on NHTSA's site: a campaign may cover only part of a model year's production.

Recall campaigns for the 1997 Volvo VN
CampaignFiledSubjectComponentVehiclesRemedy
02V-310Nov 15, 2002Certain heavy duty class 8 trucks fail to comply with the requirements of federal motor vehicle safety standard no. 120, "tire selection and rims…Equipment91Repair or modification
01V-093Mar 22, 2001Vehicle description: heavy duty class 8 vehiclesEquipment1,577Part replacement
00V-002-002Feb 24, 2000Vehicle description: heavy duty trucks equipped with haldex manifold dash valves (mdv) used in tractor and trailer parking brakesBrakes13,516Part replacement
98V-297Nov 17, 1998Vehicle description: heavy duty trucks equipped with a fal 8.0 front steer axleSteering25Part replacement
98V-120-001May 19, 1998Vehicle description: heavy duty trucks equipped with aftermarket aluminum dual wheels, 22.5x8.25, one-piece, tubeless, supplied by accuride/akwWheels3,065Part replacement
98V-092May 4, 1998Vehicle description: class 8 heavy duty trucksLighting2,329Part replacement
97V-127Aug 18, 1997Vehicle description: class 8 heavy duty trucksBrakes278Repair or modification
97V-121Aug 4, 1997Vehicle description: heavy duty trucksVisibility and wipers3,272Part replacement
97V-033Mar 3, 1997Transmission shift control lever can break off at the transmissionPowertrain1,035Part replacement
Source: NHTSA ODI recalls file.
Owner complaints

What owners reported about the 1997 Volvo VN

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.

0 complaints on file.

    Source: NHTSA ODI complaints file.
    Investigations

    1 NHTSA investigation on file

    • EA01011 Engineering analysis, Suspension
      U-BOLT FAILURES ON DRIVE -AXLE ASSEMBLIE
      Opened Apr 18, 2001, closed Jul 30, 2002
    Source: NHTSA ODI investigations file.
    Service bulletins

    85 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.

    • 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-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-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
    • KC-647 May 17, 2022 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
      Volvo Chassis Ghost Codes Due To Poor Grounding
    • KC-674 May 18, 2022 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
      Volvo Chassis - Fuel Level Sending Unit Specification Information
    • 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
    • KC-784 Mar 23, 2022 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
      Volvo Chassis - Diagnostic Trouble Code ( DTC ) P0420 Illuminating The Malfunction Indicator Lamp (MIL)
    • KC-392 Jan 19, 2022 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
      Volvo Chassis - Driveline (Driveshaft, Propeller Shaft) Ride Height And Angle, Measurement And Calculation; Pinion Angle Measurement - Model Year 1996 And Newer
    • KC-357 Jan 17, 2022 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
      Volvo Chassis - Equipped With An I-Shift Automated Manual Transmission ( AMT ) - Flywheel Resurfacing And Reuse Guidelines
    • KC-2032 May 18, 2021 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
      Volvo Chassis - Stemco Hubcap Plug Will Not Stay In
    • KC-290 Jan 28, 2021 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
      Volvo Chassis - Redundant Brake Switch Test - Code MID136 SID55 FMI2, or( DTC ) P1055
    • K21533201 Nov 18, 2019 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
      Volvo Chassis - Discharge Recirculation Valve (DRV) - FSB 258-029 , Engine Turbocharger Compressor Bypass Valve Deletion Kit , Installation
    • K24912512 Nov 14, 2019 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
      Volvo Chassis - Volvo Hill Start Assist System Information
    • K19344221 Nov 14, 2019 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
      Volvo Chassis - Fusion 2 Adaptive Cruise Function Document
    • K24113935 Nov 6, 2019 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
      Volvo Chassis - Volvo Active Driver Assist (VADA)
    • K17408563 Nov 1, 2019 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
      Volvo Chassis - Rain Sensor Bracket Removal And Installation Procedure when Using An Aftermarket Windshield
    • FSB216-002 Feb 1, 2018 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
      Flywheel Resurfacing Guidelines, I-Shift
    • FSB 216-001 Dec 10, 2015 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
      Twin Mass Flywheel Conversion
    • SP 431-021 Apr 26, 2013 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
      Transmission ECU Programming
    • SP2 284-036 Apr 1, 2013 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
      Software Update, revise document
    • SP 398-001 Mar 1, 2017 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
      On some trucks with the Telematics Gateway (TGW) system, the TGW control unit may not correctly communicate with the vehicle systems after restarting.
    • FSB 293-022 Mar 1, 2017 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
      In the event that an EGR temperature sensor replacement is required on a VOLVO D13H engine, a new routing configuration is required.
    • FSB 593-012 Jan 29, 2016 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
      Hill Start Assist Solenoid, Replacement
    • FSB 222-004 Jun 10, 2015 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
      Oil Filter Housing
    • FSB 210-045 Jun 5, 2015 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
      Regeneration in PTO Mode
    • FSB 258-036 Mar 20, 2015 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
      DEF Sensor Assembly Routing
    • FSB 258-035 Mar 10, 2015 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
      Aftertreatment DEF Tank Vent Filter
    • FSB 252-031 Sep 25, 2015 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
      Turbocharger Outlet Pipe
    • SP 293-027 Jun 23, 2014 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
      Coolant Hose, EGR Cooler, Replacement
    • FSB 234-019 Jun 2, 2014 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
      Dual Fuel Tanks Ventilation Filter Kit
    • FSB 234-018 Jun 2, 2014 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
      Single Fuel Tank Ventilation Filter Kit
    • FSB 593-012 Jun 2, 2014 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
      Hill Start Assist Solenoid, Replacement
    • FSB 801-003 May 19, 2014 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
      Service Door Rust Prevention
    • FSB 432-013 May 12, 2014 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
      AMT High Range Cone Replacement
    • FSB 222-004 Jan 13, 2016 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
      Oil Filter Housing
    • FSB 284-057 May 28, 2015 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
      High Soot Output
    • FSB 215-003 May 26, 2015 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
      Timing Plate Flange Screw
    • FSB 593-012 May 21, 2015 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
      Hill Start Assist Solenoid, Replacement
    • FSB 215-002 May 13, 2015 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
      Timing Plate Leak Repair
    • FSB 284-038 Oct 17, 2012 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
      Engine Coolant Thermostat Software Update
    • FSB 811-006 Oct 11, 2012 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
      Floor Cracks Repair (Rear Panel)
    • FSB 811-005 Oct 11, 2012 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
      Floor Cracks Repair (Front Panel)
    • FSB 431-010 Jan 30, 2015 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
      Range Synchronizer, Repair
    • FSB 293-027 Jan 29, 2015 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
      EGR Mass Flow Rate Low, diagnostic trouble code
    • FSB 216-001 Jan 13, 2015 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
      Twin Mass Flywheel Conversion, Transmission Removed
    • FSB 593-012 Jan 12, 2015 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
      Hill Start Assist Solenoid, Replacement
    Source: NHTSA manufacturer communications files.