2018 Volvo Vah problems

Verdict · NHTSA data

Limited data — recalls on file

NHTSA has just 0 complaints on file for the 2018 Volvo Vah — too few to judge reliability from owner reports alone — but one recall campaign applies to this year, so any used example should have its VIN checked for completed recall work.

NHTSA complaints

Recalls

Investigations

Crash-involved

Fires reported

Injuries

Deaths

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NCAP overall

How does 2018 compare to other Vah years?

Vah NHTSA complaints by model year, 2018 highlighted. Red bars are years to avoid.

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Does the 2018 Volvo Vah have recalls?

1 NHTSA recall campaign on file. Recall repairs are free at franchised dealers.

19V509000Electrical SystemJuly 2, 2019 · 235 units

Defect

Volvo Trucks North America (Volvo Trucks) is recalling certain 2018-2020 VAH, VHD, VNL, and VNR vehicles. The fuse in the transmission circuit may blow, preventing the transmission from shifting.

Consequence

If the fuse blows the transmission may not shift, increasing the risk of a crash.

Remedy

Volvo Trucks will notify owners, and dealers will inspect and replace the fuse, if necessary, free of charge. The recall began August 7, 2019. Owners may contact Volvo Trucks customer service at 1-800-528-6586. Volvo Truck's number for this recall is RVXX1903.

2018 Volvo Vah — common questions

Is the 2018 Volvo Vah reliable?

The record is thin — 0 NHTSA complaints — so owner-report data can't strongly confirm reliability either way, though 1 recall should be verified as completed.

Does the 2018 Volvo Vah have recalls?

Yes — NHTSA lists 1 recall campaign affecting the 2018 Volvo Vah. Recall repairs are free at franchised dealers; check the VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls to confirm the work was done.

Based on NHTSA ODI data through June 2026. Complaints are consumer-reported and unverified. Updated July 5, 2026.

Compiled by Sharon Ben-Moshe, Founder.

How does 2018 compare to other Vah years?

Does the 2018 Volvo Vah have recalls?

2018 Volvo Vah — common questions

Is the 2018 Volvo Vah reliable?

Does the 2018 Volvo Vah have recalls?

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