Complaints over time
Complaints about the 2012 Volvo VN peaked in 2025, with 2 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
2012 Volvo VN
Heavy truck, diesel, 6x4, built in United States. Owner complaints on file from Dec 19, 2025 to Dec 19, 2025.
Recall campaigns covering this model year216k vehicles or units across those campaigns
Owner complaints2Close to the median 2012 heavy truck
Severity index0.02012 heavy trucks average 22.5
First 24 months0Complaints in its first two years
Components
100% of complaints about the 2012 Volvo VN name tires
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
2 recall campaigns cover the 2012 Volvo VN
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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 15V-651 | Oct 13, 2015 | Affected vehicles may experience corrosion of the ball joints due to the seals being compromised, possibly resulting in accelerated wear and… | Suspension | 14,934 | Part replacement |
| 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 |
Source: NHTSA ODI recalls file.
Owner complaints
What owners reported about the 2012 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.
2 complaints on file, page 1 of 1.
- Filed Dec 19, 2025Failure Nov 22, 2025Ormond Beach, FLTires
I WAS EMPTY NORTHBOUND ON INTERSTATE 95 IN GA, NEAR EXIT 49 WHEN TIRE FAILED VIRGIN STEERING TIRE CAME APART LIKE A RECAP
NHTSA complaint 11706031 - Filed Dec 19, 2025Failure Sep 22, 2025Ormond Beach, FLTires
TRAVELING SOUTHBOUND ON INTERSTATE 95 RICHMOND HILL GA, GOODYEAR 11R22.5 STEERING TIRE TREAD SEPARATED FROM CAISIN LIKE A RECAP
NHTSA complaint 11706026
Source: NHTSA ODI complaints file.
Investigations
1 NHTSA investigation on file
- AQ18005 Audit query, Communication
Discrepancies in Required CFR Reporting
Opened Oct 22, 2018, closed Aug 4, 2023
Source: NHTSA ODI investigations file.
Service bulletins
182 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 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) - CBR 561 202503 Mar 6, 2025 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
CBR - 11L, 13L, And 16L Engine Oil Analysis Specifications - US10 And Newer Emissions - CBR-731 202409 Sep 16, 2024 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
CBR - Automated Manual Transmission (AMT) Model D or F (mDrive and I-Shift, AMT-D, AMT-F) - Transmission Oil Leakage From Transmission Input Shaft Seal Or Output Shaft Seal - US10 And Newer Emissions, Common Model Years 2010 And Newer - CBR-561 202408 Aug 13, 2024 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
CBR: 11L, 13L, And 16L Engine Oil Analysis Specifications - US10 And Newer Emissions - CBR-343 202408 Aug 28, 2024 · 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. - CBR-2350 202407 Jul 2, 2024 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
CBR: Telematics Gateway (TGW) Connect Ability Issues - CBR-2383 202406 Jun 18, 2024 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
CBR - Accelerator Pedal: Inspection/Instructions - CBR-207 202406 Jun 7, 2024 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
CBR - Volvo Chassis - Models VNL, VNX Only Equipped With A USD16 Volvo Engine - AHI Harness Failure Related Fault Codes P249F00, P20DD13, P113413 - CBR-2139 202405 May 2, 2024 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
CBR - 11 Liter Engines - Fuel In Oil. - KC-2350 Feb 23, 2024 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
CBR - Telematics Gateway (TGW) Connect Ability Issues. - KC-2347 Feb 16, 2024 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
CBR - Active "Set Park Brake" Message On Drivers Information Display (DID) - KC-202 Feb 16, 2024 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
CBR - Automated Manual Transmission ( AMT ) Flywheel Pilot Bearing Wear On Input Shaft. - CBR-2333 202401 Jan 18, 2024 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
CBR: TGW Will Not Connect After SIM Card Replacement - 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 - SLV23-005 May 31, 2023 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
Service Literature Published and Released in May, 2023 - 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-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-607 Nov 24, 2022 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
Volvo Chassis - Equipped With An Automated Manual Transmission (AMT-C, AMT-D, I-Shift) - - Unable To Program Transmission Electronic Control Unit (TECU) That Comes With A Reman Transmission - US07 TO US14 OBD13 - 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 - KC-687 Oct 31, 2022 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
Back Office - Diagnostic / Troubleshooting Procedures For Exhaust Gas Recirculation (EGR) System Components; Covers Most EGR System Diagnostic Trouble Codes (DTC), See List In Solution - US10, US10+OBD13, US14+OBD*, US17+OBD* With A Variable Geometry - SMB00-108C Sep 14, 2022 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
Expendable Items Parts List. - 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-145 Aug 29, 2022 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
Part information for AMT input shaft repair kits and the shim kit that is required for repair. - V-366-003 Jul 15, 2022 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
Had to update the images and wording on how to access the programming file in Truck Dealer Portal. - 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-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-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-695 May 23, 2022 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
Electronic Stability Program (ESP), Electronic Stability Control (ESC): Changes And Removal Information; Permissible PAR File Changes - US07 And Newer Emissions, Model Year 2008 And Newer - KC-687 May 20, 2022 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
Back Office - Diagnostic / Troubleshooting Procedures For Exhaust Gas Recirculation (EGR) System Components; Covers Most EGR System Diagnostic Trouble Codes (DTC), See List In Solution - US10, US10+OBD13, US14+OBD*, US17+OBD* With A Variable Geometry - 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-722 May 27, 2022 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
Mack Chassis - Data Link Diagnostics - Diagnostic Trouble Codes ( DTC ) / Fault Codes From Multiple Components - Unable To Connect To Chassis, Programming Failure With Premium Tech Tool ( PTT ) Errors - Troubleshooting And Oscilloscope Instructions - 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-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 - 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
Source: NHTSA manufacturer communications files.