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2016 Volvo VNM

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

Recall campaigns covering this model year526k 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 2016 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

5 recall campaigns cover the 2016 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 2016 Volvo VNM
CampaignFiledSubjectComponentVehiclesRemedy
17V-536Aug 29, 2017Castellated nut on the steer axles may not be properly torqued, allowing the tie rod to loosenSteering470Part replacement
16V-928Dec 22, 2016In the affected vehicles, incorrect software for controlling the electronic air dryer may result in oil and water contaminating the brake systemBrakes5,547Software update
16V-095Feb 19, 2016Affected vehicles are equipped with USK non-greasable drag links that may experience corrosion of the ball joints due to the seals being…Suspension2,053Part replacement
16V-097Feb 17, 2016Trucks may have been manufactured without a roll pin on the steering shaftsDo not driveSteering18,116Repair or modification
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
Source: NHTSA ODI recalls file.
Owner complaints

What owners reported about the 2016 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

    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

    190 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.
    • KC-2014 Feb 19, 2024 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
      CBR - Driveline Noise, Suspension Ride Height Too High, Suspension Will Not Exhaust - Chassis Built 2016w01 And Newer
    • CBR-2333 202401 Jan 18, 2024 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
      CBR: TGW Will Not Connect After SIM Card Replacement
    • EC0028V 202312 Dec 1, 2023 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
      Emissions Campaign: Volvo has determined that certain 2014 -2018 model year VN, VHD, and VAH Vehicles require a replacement Diesel Particulate Filter (DPF) along with updated software.
    • 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.
    • CBR-206 202310 Oct 12, 2023 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
      CBR: Vehicle Speed Factor (K-Factor) Programming - Speed Factor Value Incorrect When Calculated In Premium Tech Tool (PTT); Speedometer Reading Incorrectly Following A Change To Vehicle Speed Factor - US17+OBD16 And Newer Emissions, Common Model Year 2018.
    • V-258-002 202309 Sep 5, 2023 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
      TSB: Aftertreatment Diesel Exhaust Fluid (DEF) Tank, Level Sensor, Replacement
    • V-258-001 202309 Sep 5, 2023 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
      TSB: Aftertreatment Diesel Exhaust Fluid (DEF) Tank, Level Sensor, Replacement
    • 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-2298 202307 Jul 1, 2023 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
      CBR: Volvo DEF Dosing Valve Diagnostic Trouble Codes (DTC) P202D00, P208E00, P103B00 - US10+OBD13 And Newer Emissions
    • 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-2195 Oct 31, 2022 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
      Volvo DEF Pump Troubleshooting Guide - US10+OBD13 And Newer 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
    • KC-399 Oct 31, 2022 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
      Vehicle Overspeed Warning Comes Active At A Lower Speed Than Expected; Vehicle Overspeed Warning In Driver Information Display (DID) - Model Year 2018 And Newer With New Style Instrument Cluster
    • KC-401 Oct 4, 2022 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
      Diagnostic Trouble Codes (DTC) P24F600 Or P24F700 - US14+OBD15 Emissions And Newer, Model Year 2016 And Newer
    • SMB00-108C Sep 14, 2022 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
      Expendable Items Parts List.
    • KC-2018 Nov 30, 2020 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
      Diagnostic Trouble Code P200200 - Diagnostic Information; US14+OBD16 And Newer Emissions
    • 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-2149 Jun 3, 2022 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
      Particulate Matter (PM) Sensor Troubleshooting Guide - US14+OBD16 And Newer Emissions
    • 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-662 May 18, 2022 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
      (Back Office Only) Volvo Chassis Loss Of Cruise Control After Disabling Electronic Stability Program (ESP)
    • 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
    • KC-2165 May 26, 2022 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
      DEF Pump Troubleshooting Guide - US10+OBD13 And Newer Emissions
    Source: NHTSA manufacturer communications files.