Model year

2012 Volvo VNM

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

Recall campaigns covering this model year1075k 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 2012 Volvo VNM 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

10 recall campaigns cover the 2012 Volvo VNM

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 2012 Volvo VNM
CampaignFiledSubjectComponentVehiclesRemedy
15V-643Oct 13, 2015Affected trucks are equipped with Fontaine Ultra LT Fifth Wheel connectors, which, due to cumulative damage to the fifth wheel and its locking…Trailer hitches669Part replacement
15V-524Aug 17, 2015In the affected trucks, the trailer hand brake handle may not to return to the off position due to being restricted by the cut out in the trim panelBrakes2,854Inspection
15V-274May 11, 2015Excessive engine crankcase pressures may cause the 90-degree elbow of the vent tube assembly to detach from the crankcase ventilation breather,…Engine and cooling185Software update
13V-349Aug 13, 2013Windshield wiper motor may failVisibility and wipers17,824Part replacement
13V-268Jun 26, 2013Affected vehicles were built without a redundant clutch disengagement switchPowertrain23,056Repair or modification
13V-102Mar 21, 2013Remote battery disconnect switch was manufactured with incorrect hardware allowing the cables to loosenElectrical system5,207Part replacement
12V-036Feb 1, 2012In extremely cold conditions, these bendix relay valves may potentially develop internal leakageBrakes21,625Repair or modification
11V-460Sep 1, 2011During the coupling process, it is possible for the driver to partially close the fifth wheel lock and if solely relying on a tug test (pull…Trailer hitches299Part replacement
11V-294May 20, 2011Tubing used to assemble the drivelines has a nonconforming seam weld with insufficient bonding of the materialPowertrain341Part replacement
11V-265May 3, 2011Due to an incomplete "knitting" of the iron at the time of casting, inadequate structural integrity of the slack adjuster housing can occur, which…Brakes2,765Part replacement
Source: NHTSA ODI recalls file.
Owner complaints

What owners reported about the 2012 Volvo VNM

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

    3 NHTSA investigations on file

    • AQ18005 Audit query, Communication
      Discrepancies in Required CFR Reporting
      Opened Oct 22, 2018, closed Aug 4, 2023
    • PE13002 Preliminary evaluation, Powertrain
      Stop Lamp Switch Signal
      Opened Feb 7, 2013, closed Jul 3, 2013 · led to a recall
    • RQ11001 Recall query, Visibility and wipers
      Volvo Sleeper glass de-bonding
      Opened May 23, 2011, closed Jan 20, 2012
    Source: NHTSA ODI investigations file.
    Service bulletins

    95 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-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-776 Mar 13, 2023 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
      Volvo Chassis - Electronically Controlled Air Dryer System (ECADS) Building Too Much Air Pressure; Pressure Relief Valve Opening
    • 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
    • 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.
    • 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-735 Jun 6, 2022 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
      Premium Tech Tool (PTT) - Message For Data Mismatch, Product Configuration Mismatch; Instruction To Run An Accessory Kit Displayed When Attempting To Run Diagnostics For Diagnostic Trouble Codes (DTC) Or Programming - US10+OBD13 And Newer Emissions,
    • KC-750 Jun 28, 2022 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
      US10 Emission Engines - Diagnostic Trouble Code ( DTC ) SPN 1231 FMI 9 Troubleshooting
    • KC-751 Jun 28, 2022 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
      Vehicles Equipped With An Automated Manual Transmission Model D or F ( 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
    • 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
    • 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-635 May 16, 2022 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
      Volvo Chassis - Automated Manual Transmission Model F (AMT-F, I-Shift) - Possible Infrequent Hiccup/Stumble During Steady Engine/Vehicle Speed; Diagnostic Trouble Code P1074-92, P1074-94, P1074-96 Logging, Appears As Inactive
    • 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-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
    • KC-793 Mar 16, 2022 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
      Volvo Chassis - Equipped With An I-Shift Automatic Manual Transmission ( AMT ) And D16 ( 16L ) Engine - Technical Service Bulletin V-216-001 Twin Mass Flywheel Conversion
    • 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
    • KC-675 Mar 16, 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
    • SLV22-002 Feb 28, 2022 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
      Volvo Monthly Bulletin Release Letter - Feb 2022
    • KC-418 Jan 20, 2022 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
      Volvo Chassis - Air Brake System Schematics And Routing VN, VHD Version 2, VT From Build Date 11.2011
    • 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-358 Jan 17, 2022 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
      Volvo Chassis - US10 to US16 Emissions - Soot Level Will Not Reset After Regen Or Locked At 140%
    • KC-305 Jan 6, 2022 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
      Volvo Chassis - Approved Engine Oil For Volvo Engines, Factory Fill Oil Information - US07 And Newer Emissions, Model Year 2008 And Newer
    • KC-304 Jan 6, 2022 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
      Cylinder Head Reuse And Replacement Guidelines - Inspection And Information - US04 And Newer Emissions, Commonly 2007 And Newer Model Years
    • KC-226 Dec 13, 2021 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
      Grounding Bus Bar (Cloverleaf, Grounding Star, Four Point Ground Stud) On Frame Rail; Inspection To Be Performed For Power And Ground, Data Link DTCs - US10 And Newer Emissions, Model Year 2011 And Newer
    Source: NHTSA manufacturer communications files.