Model year

2021 Volvo VNR

Heavy truck, diesel, 6x4, built in United States. Owner complaints on file from May 15, 2023 to May 15, 2023.

Recall campaigns covering this model year820k vehicles or units across those campaigns
Owner complaints1Close to the median 2021 heavy truck
Severity index0.02021 heavy trucks average 14.3
First 24 months0Complaints in its first two years
Complaints over time

Complaints about the 2021 Volvo VNR peaked in 2023, with 1 filed

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

00.250.50.75120231202420252026
Source: NHTSA ODI complaints file. The lighter column runs through October.
Components

100% of complaints about the 2021 Volvo VNR name visibility and wipers

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

Visibility and wipers
1
Source: NHTSA ODI complaints file. A complaint can name more than one component; it is counted under the first.
Recalls

8 recall campaigns cover the 2021 Volvo VNR

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 2021 Volvo VNR
CampaignFiledSubjectComponentVehiclesRemedy
23V-280Apr 19, 2023Coolant line in the high voltage battery pack may not be fully seated and locked, which can result in the loss of coolant and an electrical short…Electrical system125Part replacement
23V-255Apr 7, 2023When the adaptive cruise control braking activates under light load conditions, it can trigger an aggressive braking responseAdaptive equipment236Software update
21V-417Jun 2, 2021Hubcap compression spring can cause the hubcap to separateWheels1,050Not stated
20V-782Dec 15, 2020Collets (internal jaws) for the brass fitting inserts used in the pneumatic pass-through plate may have been damaged during leak testingBrakes6,982Inspection
20V-536Sep 2, 2020Die cast pedal plate may break at one of its attachment points, possibly resulting in the brake pedal dislodgingBrakes11,127Part replacement
20V-535Sep 2, 2020King pin nut may not have been installed or properly tightened during axle assemblySteering12Repair or modification
20V-384Jul 1, 2020Gross Axle Weight Rating (GAWR) for the rear drive axles stated on the Federal Certification Label exceeds the rating of the wheel hubsEquipment89Part replacement
20V-241Apr 29, 2020Steering gear fasteners may have not been properly tightenedSteering23Repair or modification
Source: NHTSA ODI recalls file.
Owner complaints

What owners reported about the 2021 Volvo VNR

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.

1 complaint on file, page 1 of 1.

  1. Filed May 15, 2023Failure May 1, 2023Elmhurst, ILUnknown or other, Visibility/wiper

    This Is a volvo semi tractor 2021 the original sunvisor was removed from tractor. And an off brand replacement was installed which is substantially smaller by 4 inches on each side of visor + it's mounted in wrong direction making morning and evening's very difficult due too extremely bright glares from sun even head lights Led signage. It's a danger I don't like ! Bike lanes,people crossing the street, baby strollers etc. It's very unsafe for a semi tractor trailer. I would assume cutting an airline pilots visor would create the same blinding spot. Our shop would not change thee original so they found some little garage that need the business and they changed them. I do not want to be personally liable. I do believe it falls under 393.3. Are other hubs around the country refused to replace the original visors I called them to ask they said it's illegal and they will not remove original visors. I have drove for this company for 35 years no accidents and they suspended me for using a little piece of cardboard I had clipped on the visor to block the sun there is a camera and it was not blocked. This a major liability for me if involved in an accident it's o ly a matter of time before something bad will happen. I do not want to hurt anyone or myself with this dangerous situation. Thank you I have researched everything and have all the documents and the name of illegal installation company. I have been driving safely for years. This is a horrible way to drive 80000lbs leaning over arm rest or using pillar to duck from sun.Your help is vidal to safe trucking Thank you I can meet at an office and bring all documentation about this illegal act .Thank you

    NHTSA complaint 11522039
Source: NHTSA ODI complaints file.
Investigations

NHTSA has not opened an investigation on this model year

Source: NHTSA ODI investigations file.
Service bulletins

138 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.

  • CBR-2360 202404 Apr 2, 2024 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
    CBR: Chassis Equipped With VECU5 Active Datalink/Communication Faults For Multiple Modules; ABS And SRS Communication Faults.
  • CBR-2356 202403 Mar 1, 2024 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
    CBR: After cluster replacement and programming, the Driver Information Display (DID) may not function as designed.
  • CBR-2346 202403 Mar 1, 2024 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
    CBR: It may be possible for Bergstrom controlled Eberspacher Espar parking heaters to ignite and burn for 5 min and never start again.
  • CBR-2139 202403 Mar 1, 2024 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
    CBR: Vehicles built with an 11 liter engine may experience a complaint of excessive fuel in the oil. It is possible that the source of the fuel is the rear fuel galley plug in the cylinder head.
  • CBR-408 202403 Mar 1, 2024 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
    CBR: On a Volvo Chassis - US16 - with the Bendix Lane Departure Warning System ( LDW )the alarm would not cancel once the turn signals were activated.
  • 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
  • S3875 202401 Jan 26, 2024 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
    Fleet Improvement Campaign: (ABS) Software Update and Brake Inspection
  • S3787 202312 Dec 7, 2023 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
    Fleet Campaign: Certain Wegman Volvo trucks could have an issue with the Rear Air Suspension not being set correctly from the factory. The incorrectly adjusted suspension could cause incorrect working angles in the drive line.
  • S2962 202312 Dec 18, 2023 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
    Service Campaign: Volvo trucks has determined that certain VN model trucks built with an D13 Turbo Compound engine that have had a reman TC unit installed could experience a failure with the reman TC unit.
  • 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.
  • S3672 202311 Nov 17, 2023 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
    Service Campaign: For certain Volvo Trucks configurations an updated adaptive cruise software has been developed. The new software will be delivered as an updated PAR file to the ABS Module and will help reduce heat load on steer axleâ™s brake assemblies du…
  • PSM23vna73 Nov 10, 2023 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
    Parts Sales and Marketing Bulletin: Volvo Trucks is excited to announce an additional year warranty program on Volvo Reman AMT I-Shift Complete Transmissions. This extended warranty of 3 years or 350,000 miles on the transmission will be applicable when dea…
  • S7631 202310 Oct 31, 2023 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
    Service Campaign: This Service Campaign is the solution for the Proprietary Hubcap Recall SC0425 that effected Volvo VAH, VHD, VN, VNE Models. This Service Campaign also covers trucks that were shipped short from the factory or removed in the field. Volvo T…
  • CBR-399 202310 Oct 19, 2023 · 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.
  • 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
  • CBR-2297 202309 Sep 12, 2023 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
    CBR: Volvo Chassis - Nonfunctioning 12vAccessory Power Supply - Model Year(MY) 2017 To Present
  • CBR-2305 202308 Aug 8, 2023 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
    CBR: Valve Stem Extension Contacting Outer Wheel
  • CBR-2131 202308 Aug 14, 2023 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
    CBR: Intermittent Diagnostic Trouble Codes U02A3,U029D, U029E - USE FOR NEW VEHICLES (US21+OBD22 Emissions)
  • 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-2078 202308 Aug 24, 2023 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
    CBR: Turbo-Compound Engines - DTC P024400- Turbocharger Wastegate Actuator Range/Performance - US21+OBD20 ToUS21+OBD22 Emissions
  • S3367 202307 Jul 10, 2023 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
    Fleet Campaign: Bunk Wiring Inspection
  • V-821-002 202307 Jul 3, 2023 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
    TSB: Hood Cable Breaking or Binding
  • 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-2297 202307 Jul 5, 2023 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
    CBR: Volvo Chassis - Nonfunctioning 12v Accessory Power Supply - Model Year (MY) 2017 To Present
  • 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-399 Nov 24, 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-399 Nov 24, 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-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
  • V-363-001 Oct 6, 2022 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
    TSB Washer Reservoir Leak
  • 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-2201 Oct 31, 2022 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
    Engine Control Module (EMS) Software (MSW) Information – October 2022; Improvement List (Change Log) - US21+OBD22 (13L VGT, TC) And US17+OBD22 (11L) Emissions
  • 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-2139 Aug 12, 2021 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
    11 Liter Engines - Fuel In Oil - Vehicles Built Between October 2020 And June 2021
  • 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-2163 Aug 29, 2022 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
    Engine Control Module (EMS) Software Information - Improvement List (Change Log), US21+OBD2020 – US21+OBD2021 Emissions Turbo compound Engines ONLY
  • 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
  • CBR-2131 Aug 29, 2022 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
    USE FOR NEW VEHICLES (US21+OBD22 Emissions) - Intermittent Diagnostic Trouble Codes U02A3, U029D, U029E
  • 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
Source: NHTSA manufacturer communications files.