Complaints over time
Complaints about the 2000 Volvo VNL peaked in 2006, with 4 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
2000 Volvo VNL
Heavy truck, diesel, 6x4, built in United States. Owner complaints on file from Dec 7, 2000 to Oct 25, 2010.
Recall campaigns covering this model year425k vehicles or units across those campaigns
Owner complaints103.3 times the median 2000 heavy truck
Severity index20.02000 heavy trucks average 8.9
First 24 months2Complaints in its first two years
Components
40% of complaints about the 2000 Volvo VNL name suspension
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
4 recall campaigns cover the 2000 Volvo VNL
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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 03V-199 | May 28, 2003 | On certain trucks equipped with truck hub units manufactured by skf exclusively for use on arvinmeritor's ff98x series non-drive steer axles, the… | Suspension | 433 | Part replacement |
| 02V-238 | Sep 9, 2002 | Certain heavy duty class 8 trucks fail to comply with the requirements of federal motor vehicle safety standard no. 108, "lamps, reflective… | Lighting | 5,532 | Not stated |
| 02V-110 | Apr 11, 2002 | Certain heavy duty class 8 vehicles fail to comply with federal motor vehicle safety standard no. 121, "air brake systems", s5.1.6.3, "antilock… | Brakes | 208 | Repair or modification |
| 00V-232-003 | Aug 22, 2000 | Vehicle description: heavy duty trucks built with bendix air abs with an ec-17 1030r electronic control unit (ecu), there have been reports of… | Brakes | 18,362 | Part replacement |
Source: NHTSA ODI recalls file.
Owner complaints
What owners reported about the 2000 Volvo VNL
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.
10 complaints on file, page 1 of 1.
- Filed Oct 25, 2010Failure Oct 5, 2010406,000 milesOklahoma City, OKSteering
TL*THE CONTACT OWNS A 2000 VOLVO VNL. THE CONTACT RECEIVED A LETTER FROM THE MANUFACTURER STATING THAT THE DRAG LINK MAY BE DEFECTIVE BUT THE VEHICLE WAS NOT INCLUDED IN THE RECALL FOR IT (RECALL INFORMATION WAS NOT GIVEN) BECAUSE THE VEHICLE WAS MANUFACTURED SEPTEMBER 1999. THE CONTACT HAD NOT EXPERIENCED ANY FAILURES WAS CONCERNED ABOUT THE POTENTIAL LOSS OF STEERING IN THE FUTURE. THE VIN WAS UNAVAILABLE. THE CURRENT AND FAILURE MILEAGES WERE APPROXIMATELY 406,000.
NHTSA complaint 10362272 - Filed Apr 30, 2007Failure Mar 22, 2007Olathe, KSUnknown or other
CONSUMER STATES THAT WHILE DRIVING IN THE MIDDLE LANE ON THE HIGHWAY A TRUCK CARRYING METAL AND A CANVAS SIGN BLEW OFF THE TRAILER AND HIT HIS SEMI. *MC (OHIO TRAFFIC CRASH REPRT) *JB
NHTSA complaint 10190041 - Filed Aug 22, 2006Failure Jul 20, 2006Brunswick, OHSuspension
2000 VOLVO CONVENTIONAL STEERING ARM BROKE OFF OF THE BALL JOINT MAKING VEHICLE UNDRIVEABLE. *KB THE BALL JOINT CONNECTING THE DRAG LINK TO THE STEERING ARM WAS WORN. THE BALL JOINT CAUSED THE ACCIDENT. *JB
NHTSA complaint 10166905 - Filed Jul 20, 2006Failure May 25, 2006Chicago, ILService brakes, AirFire
2000 VOLVO CONVENTIONAL FIRE STARTED IN AXLE #2. *TS THE BRAKE CAUGHT ON FIRE ON AXLE #2 INSIDE WHEEL OF DUALS. *NM
NHTSA complaint 10163699 - Filed Mar 3, 2006Failure Jan 4, 2006Medina, OHTie rod assemblyCrash
2000 VOLVO CONVENTIONALLY LEFT FRONT TIE ROD BROKE OFF. *TS WHEN THE TIE ROD BROKE IT CAUSED THE DRIVER TO LOSE CONTROL AND VEER OFF THE RIGHT SIDE OF THE ROAD AND STRIKE A GUARDRAIL. *NM
NHTSA complaint 10166959 - Filed Jan 11, 2006Failure Jul 12, 2005Flint, MITread/belt
2000 VOLVO CONVENTIONAL TIRE WENT FLAT WHILE DRIVING. *TS THE TREAD ON THE RIGHT INSIDE TIRE SEPARATED FROM THE TIRE. THE TIRE DEBRIS STRUCK THE LEFT SIDE FUEL TANK BREAKING THE FUEL LINE. THE TRUCK SPILLED APPROXIMATELY 30 GALLONS OF DIESEL FUEL INTO A DITCH. *NM
NHTSA complaint 10148608 - Filed Jun 6, 2002Unknown, 00Suspension
CONSUMER STATED THAT THE STEER TIRES WERE WEARING ABNORMALLY. (VOLVO TRUCK VNL610) *YH
NHTSA complaint 565379 - Filed May 30, 2002Apache Junction, AZElectrical system, Air conditioner, Suspension
MODEL VNL660. CONSUMER STATES AC CLUTCH IS NOISY. DEALER FOUND LOW VOLTAGE COMPRESSOR. *TT
NHTSA complaint 565916 - Filed Feb 28, 2001Failure Feb 16, 2000LA Vergne, TNHub
PREMATURE WEAR FROM STEER TIRES RESULTING FROM IMPROPER COMBINATION OF RACE/BEARINGS IN MERITOR AXLES. *MJS
NHTSA complaint 560201 - Filed Dec 7, 2000Failure Dec 2, 2000Huston, TXFuel system, Tank assembly
FUEL TANK IS BUILT RIGHT UNDERNEATH DRIVER'S SEAT, AND IT IS LOW TO THE GROUND. TANK WAS SPEARD WHILE DRIVING, CAUSING ALL GAS TO LEAK. VOLVO HAS BEEN CONTACTED. *AK *SLC
NHTSA complaint 876143
Source: NHTSA ODI complaints file.
Investigations
2 NHTSA investigations on file
- EA09003 Engineering analysis, Steering
Drag Link Failure
Opened Jan 15, 2009, closed Jul 6, 2010 · led to a recall - PE02095 Preliminary evaluation, Suspension
INTEGRAL HUB AND BEARING ASSEMBLY
Opened Dec 11, 2002, closed May 30, 2003 · led to a recall
Source: NHTSA ODI investigations file.
Service bulletins
65 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.
- 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-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-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-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 - 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-66 Apr 27, 2022 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
Volvo Chassis - LED Headlights Conversion Programming Procedure - Model VNL - 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-271 Jul 29, 2021 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
"Intermittent Occurrences Of Very Brief Loss Of Power, Engine Stumble Or Hiccup Lasting Much Less Than A Second, Most Frequently Between 1500 And 1700 RPM, No Diagnostic Trouble Codes (DTC ) Generated - All Common Rail Fuel System Chassis" - KC-2086 May 25, 2021 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
Volvo Chassis - Model VN - Updated Chassis Fairing DEF Door Magnet/Plate - K41105570 Feb 14, 2020 · 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) - K44250068 Feb 6, 2020 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
Volvo Chassis - SNV 14-026 P111C Compressor Discharge Temperature Sensor - 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 - K68033394 Nov 6, 2019 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
Volvo Chassis - Volvo Fusion 2 Collision Warning System Information - K17408563 Nov 1, 2019 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
Volvo Chassis - Rain Sensor Bracket Removal And Installation Procedure when Using An Aftermarket Windshield - K15812145 Oct 9, 2019 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
Volvo Chassis - SNV 15-016 Documented Process For Engine Oil Consumption - All Emissions, All Model Years - K37146742 Jul 2, 2019 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
US07 / US10 D13 Turbocharger Gasket - K62132009 Jun 18, 2019 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
Volvo Chassis - SNV16-007 Telematics Gateway ( TGW ) Goes Offline Due To VIN Mismatch When Test Engine ECU Is Installed - K86900043 Jun 13, 2019 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
Exhaust Gas Recirculation (EGR) System - Fault Codes SPN 412 FMI 0,2,5; Diagnostic Trouble Codes (DTC) P040A, P040B, P1121 - Temperature Sensor Inspection - K14701433 Feb 26, 2018 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
Diagnostic Trouble Code ( DTC ) P009E - 73 - Fuel Pressure Relief Control Performance / Stuck Off - GHG17 ( US17 ) Chassis With Common Rail Fuel System, Updated to reflect GHG17 software release - K24483157 Feb 22, 2018 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
Diagnostic Trouble Codes ( DTC ) P208E And P103B Logging With Possible Derate ( SCR Inducement ) - OBD15, US14+OBD16 Emissions And Newer Rewrote test procedure for better clarity. - K24400052 Feb 20, 2018 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
Volvo Chassis - Equipped With An Automated Manual Transmission (AMT, I-Shift ) - Error Code 126 Displayed In Premium Tech Tool (PTT ) While Performing The Calibration Procedure After The Shift Control Housing Has Been Removed And Installed, Rewritten to imp… - K97651904 Feb 12, 2018 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
Volvo Chassis - Diagnostic Trouble Code ( DTC ) P2459 Lighting The Malfunction Indicator Lamp ( MIL ); Possible Frequent Regeneration Requests - OBD15 And US14+OBD16 (Non-Common Rail) Chassis, Changed repair instructions to reflect OBD16 software release - K52326370 Feb 6, 2018 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
Volvo Chassis - Diesel Exhaust Fluid ( DEF ) Contamination In Fuel System, Inspection And Repair - US10 to US14 ( Non-Common Rail Fuel System ) Removed information for common rail chassis - now has its own solution. - K14701433 Jan 30, 2018 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
Diagnostic Trouble Code ( DTC ) P009E - 73 - Fuel Pressure Relief Control Performance / Stuck Off - GHG17 ( US17 ) Chassis With Common Rail Fuel SystemChanged repair instructions to reflect new procedures - K14637412 Jan 18, 2018 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
Diagnostic Trouble Code ( DTC ) P0194 - 00 - Fuel Rail Pressure Sensor ( RPS ), Circuit Erratic, Intermittent - US17 ( GHG17 ) Emissions And Newer ( Common Rail Fuel System ); Common Model Years 2017 And 2018Changed repair instructions to reflect new proced… - K97651904 Jan 12, 2018 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
Volvo Chassis - Diagnostic Trouble Code ( DTC ) P2459 Lighting The Malfunction Indicator Lamp ( MIL ); Possible Frequent Regeneration Requests - OBD15 And Newer ChassisUpdated to reflect release of FSB284-064 (Above) - K82320750 Jan 12, 2018 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
Automated Manual Transmission ( AMT - F ) ( I-Shift) Clutch Valve Unit ( CVU ) Makes Intermittent Buzzing Noise With The Key On And Engine OffChanged repair information to reflect new software available. - K05680314 Jan 12, 2018 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
Volvo Chassis - Equipped With Volvo Active Driver Assist ( VADA ), With Or Without Lane Departure Warning ( LDWS ) - Diagnostic Trouble Code ( DTC ) SPN 516103 FMI 19, Bendix Code 167 With Possible "Lane Departure Warning Malfunction" Message - US17 And Newer - K86412082 Jan 10, 2018 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
Engine Diagnostic Trouble Codes ( DTC's ) P24A0 And P249F Lighting The Malfunction Indicator Lamp ( MIL ) - OBD15 (Commonly Model Year 2016) And NewerUpdated to reflect release of FSB284-064 (Above) - K51683834 Jan 10, 2018 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
Volvo Chassis - Diagnostic Trouble Code ( DTC ) P0128, Diagnostic And Repair - US14+OBD13 (Commonly Year Model 2015) And NewerUpdated to reflect release of FSB284-064 (Above) - K27690302 Jan 10, 2018 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
Volvo Chassis - Diagnostic Trouble Code ( DTC ) P226C Intermittently Lighting The Malfunction Indicator Lamp ( MIL ) - OBD15 And OBD16 Conventional ChassisUpdated to reflect release of FSB284-064 (Above) - K15164821 Jan 10, 2018 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
Volvo Chassis - Diagnostic Trouble Code ( DTC ) P2002, Diagnostic Information - OBD13 And NewerUpdated to reflect release of FSB284-064 (Above) - K03179378 Jan 10, 2018 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
Service Only Regen Requested With No Warning. Active Fault Codes P24A4 / P10FE - OBD15 And OBD16 Chassis; Does Not Apply To US17 (Common Rail Fuel System) ChassisUpdated to reflect release of FSB284-064 (Above) - K84412328 Jan 9, 2018 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
Diagnostic Trouble Code ( DTC ) P249C Intermittently Lighting The Malfunction Indicator Lamp ( MIL ) - OBD15 And OBD16, Model Year ( MY ) 2016 and 2017 ChassisUpdated to reflect release of FSB284-064 (Above) - K42708399 Jan 9, 2018 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
Diagnostic Trouble Code ( DTC ) P0422 Lighting The Malfunction Indicator Light ( MIL ) - OBD15 And OBD16 Chassis (Non-Common Rail)Updated to reflect release of FSB284-064 (Above) - K04596533 Jan 4, 2018 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
"Volvo Chassis - Equipped With Volvo Active Driver Assist ( VADA ), With Or Without Lane Departure Warning ( LDWS ) - Diagnostic Trouble Code ( DTC ) SPN 70 MI 9, Bendix Code 64 With Possible ""Lane Departure Warning Malfunction"" Message - US17 And Newer"
Source: NHTSA manufacturer communications files.