2007 Volvo Vn problems

Verdict · NHTSA data

Limited data — recalls on file

NHTSA has just 6 complaints on file for the 2007 Volvo Vn — too few to judge reliability from owner reports alone — but 3 recall campaigns apply 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 2007 compare to other Vn years?

Vn NHTSA complaints by model year, 2007 highlighted. Red bars are years to avoid.

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What are the most common 2007 Volvo Vn problems?

Component	Complaints	Share	vs prior year
Engine	2	33%	— flat
Transmission	2	33%	▲ up
Other	1	17%	— flat
Tires & Wheels	1	17%	— flat

Does the 2007 Volvo Vn have recalls?

3 NHTSA recall campaigns on file. Recall repairs are free at franchised dealers.

12V510000Seat BeltsOctober 18, 2012 · 1,496 units

Defect

Volvo is recalling certain model year 2002-2013 VHD and VN trucks, manufactured from August 4, 2000, through June 22, 2012, and equipped with bench passenger seats. The seat belt d-ring weld may not be sufficient enough to meet the seat belt pull test. Therefore, these vehicles fail to conform to the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard No. 210, "Seat Belt Assembly Anchorages."

Consequence

In the event of a crash, an insufficient seat belt weld may prevent the seat belt from properly restraining the occupant. This increases the risk of injury to the seat occupant.

Remedy

Volvo Trucks of America will notify owners, and dealers will replace the suspected d-ring, free of change. The safety recall began on May 10, 2013. Owners may contact Volvo at 1-336-393-2000.

10V571000BrakesNovember 12, 2010 · 6,187 units

Defect

VOLVO TRUCKS IS RECALLING CERTAIN MODEL YEAR 2007 AND 2009 VHD, MODEL YEAR 2006 THROUGH 2010 VN, AND MODEL YEAR 2007 THROUGH 2009 VT TRUCKS MANUFACTURED FROM NOVEMBER 7, 2005, THROUGH OCTOBER 30, 2009, EQUIPPED WITH AN AIR RELEASE FIFTH WHEEL. THE INVERSION VALVE ON THE FRAME MAY BE ORIENTATED WHERE CONTAMINANTS CAN ENTER THE VALVE THROUGH THE EXHAUST PORT. AS A RESULT, THE BRAKE VALVE MAY CORRODE.

Consequence

CORROSION OF THE VALVE CAN CAUSE IT TO MALFUNCTION, THEREBY ADVERSELY AFFECTING BRAKING PERFORMANCE AND INCREASING THE RISK OF A CRASH.

Remedy

DEALERS WILL INSPECT THE INVERSION VALVE AND REPLACE AS REQUIRED. THIS SERVICE WILL BE PERFORMED FREE OF CHARGE. THE SAFETY RECALL IS EXPECTED TO BEGIN ON OR BEFORE FEBRUARY 18, 2011. OWNERS MAY CONTACT VOLVO TRUCKS AT 1-800-528-6586.

06V099000SteeringApril 4, 2006 · 2,137 units

Defect

ON CERTAIN HEAVY DUTY CLASS 8 TRUCKS EQUIPPED WITH DANA STEERING SHAFTS, THERE IS A POTENTIAL THAT THE STEERING SHAFT PINCH BOLT HOLE MAY BE INCORRECTLY LOCATED. THE PINCH BOLT FITS INTO A GROOVE IN THE STEERING GEAR INPUT SHAFT TO ENSURE THAT THE STEERING SHAFT DOES NOT SEPARATE FROM THE STEERING GEAR IF THE PINCH BOLT COMES LOOSE.

Consequence

THIS COULD POTENTIALLY LEAD TO STEERING SHAFT SEPARATION RESULTING IN LOSS OF CONTROL OF THE VEHICLE IF THE PINCH BOLT WERE TO COME LOOSE INCREASING THE RISK OF A CRASH.

Remedy

DEALERS WILL INSPECT THE STEERING SHAFT AND REPLACE IT AS REQUIRED FREE OF CHARGE. THE RECALL BEGAN ON AUGUST 28, 006. OWNERS MAY CONTACT VOLVO TRUCKS AT 1-800-528-6586.

Consumer complaints filed with NHTSA

Representative excerpts, cleaned of personal information. These are consumer statements, not verified defects.

“WHILE DRIVING ON INTERSTATE 85 TRUCK STARTED MAKING NOISE AND COOLANT LIGHT CAME ON. AFTER OPENING HOOD NOTICE FAN DISLODGED AND COOLANT COMPLETELY GONE FROM RADIATOR. CALLED A REPAIR SHOP WHO DIAGNOSED THE FAN HUB BEARING HAD FAILED CAUSING THE FAN TO BREAK THEN CAUSING A CHAIN REACTION OF OTHER…”
Complaint filed with NHTSA · Engine · January 29, 2013

“WHILE DRIVING ON INTERSTATE 85 TRUCK STARTED MAKING NOISE AND COOLANT LIGHT CAME ON. AFTER OPENING HOOD NOTICE FAN DISLODGED AND COOLANT COMPLETELY GONE FROM RADIATOR. CALLED A REPAIR SHOP WHO DIAGNOSED THE FAN HUB BEARING HAD FAILED CAUSING THE FAN TO BREAK THEN CAUSING A CHAIN REACTION OF OTHER…”
Complaint filed with NHTSA · Transmission · January 29, 2013

“2007 VOLVO CONVENTIONAL WAS STRUCK BY A TIRE WHILE DRIVING ON THE OHIO TURNPIKE. CONSUMER STATES THAT THE TIRE CAME OFF ANOTHER VEHICLE AND THEN HIT THE TRUCK. *KB”
Complaint filed with NHTSA · Other · April 23, 2008

“2007 VOLVO CONVENTIONAL WAS STRUCK BY A TIRE WHILE DRIVING ON THE OHIO TURNPIKE. CONSUMER STATES THAT THE TIRE CAME OFF ANOTHER VEHICLE AND THEN HIT THE TRUCK. *KB”
Complaint filed with NHTSA · Tires & Wheels · April 23, 2008

2007 Volvo Vn — common questions

Is the 2007 Volvo Vn reliable?

The record is thin — 6 NHTSA complaints — so owner-report data can't strongly confirm reliability either way, though 3 recalls should be verified as completed.

Does the 2007 Volvo Vn have recalls?

Yes — NHTSA lists 3 recall campaigns affecting the 2007 Volvo Vn. Recall repairs are free at franchised dealers; check the VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls to confirm the work was done.

Is the 2007 Volvo Vn under NHTSA investigation?

NHTSA opened 2 investigations into this model year; all are now closed.

Which Volvo Vn years should you avoid?

Based on complaint rates and open investigations, the Vn years to avoid are 1999, 1998. The cleanest record among Vn years belongs to 2027.

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 2007 compare to other Vn years?

What are the most common 2007 Volvo Vn problems?

Does the 2007 Volvo Vn have recalls?

Consumer complaints filed with NHTSA

2007 Volvo Vn — common questions

Is the 2007 Volvo Vn reliable?

Does the 2007 Volvo Vn have recalls?

Is the 2007 Volvo Vn under NHTSA investigation?

Which Volvo Vn years should you avoid?

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