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2013 Volvo Vn problems

Verdict · NHTSA data

Limited data — recalls on file

NHTSA has just one complaint on file for the 2013 Volvo Vn — too few to judge reliability from owner reports alone — but 2 recall campaigns apply to this year, so any used example should have its VIN checked for completed recall work.

1

NHTSA complaints

2

Recalls

1

Investigations

0

Crash-involved

0

Fires reported

0

Injuries

0

Deaths

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NCAP overall

How does 2013 compare to other Vn years?

Vn NHTSA complaints by model year, 2013 highlighted49 complaints1996: 7 complaints1997: 0 complaints1998: 44 complaints1999: 49 complaints2000: 10 complaints2001: 1 complaints2002: 0 complaints2003: 3 complaints2004: 1 complaints2005: 3 complaints2006: 2 complaints2007: 6 complaints2008: 2 complaints2009: 0 complaints2010: 0 complaints2011: 0 complaints2012: 2 complaints2013: 1 complaints2014: 2 complaints2015: 0 complaints2016: 0 complaints2017: 0 complaints2018: 2 complaints2019: 0 complaints2020: 8 complaints2021: 4 complaints2022: 0 complaints2023: 0 complaints2024: 1 complaints2025: 0 complaints2026: 0 complaints2027: 0 complaints
Vn NHTSA complaints by model year, 2013 highlighted. Red bars are years to avoid.

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What are the most common 2013 Volvo Vn problems?

ComponentComplaintsShare
Electrical System1100%

Does the 2013 Volvo Vn have recalls?

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

15V651000SuspensionOctober 13, 2015 · 14,934 units

Defect

Volvo Trucks North America (Volvo) is recalling certain model year 2009-2015 Volvo VN trucks manufactured April 14, 2008, to December 23, 2014. The affected vehicles may experience corrosion of the ball joints due to the seals being compromised, possibly resulting in accelerated wear and failure of the ball joint.

Consequence

Failure of the ball joint may cause separation of the socket and a complete loss of steering, increasing the risk of a crash.

Remedy

Volvo will notify owners, and dealers will inspect and replace the drag links, free of charge. Parts are not currently available. Volvo issued an interim notification to owners on October 28, 2015. Replacement parts are now available. Notices to owners were mailed on March 1, 2016. Owners may contact Volvo customer service at 1-877-800-4945 option #1. Volvo's number for the vehicle inspection is RVXX1508. Volvo's number for the replacement of drag links is RVXX1509.

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.

Consumer complaints filed with NHTSA

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

“TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2013 VOLVO 670 (N/A). THE CONTACT STATED THAT WHILE TRAVELING VARIOUS SPEEDS, THE TACHOMETER AND SPEEDOMETER FAILED TO FUNCTION. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO THE DEALER WHERE IT WAS FOUND THAT THE SPEED SENSOR NEEDED TO BE REPLACED. THE VEHICLE WAS REPAIRED. THE MANUFACTURER WAS…”

Complaint filed with NHTSA · Electrical System · February 18, 2014

2013 Volvo Vn — common questions

Is the 2013 Volvo Vn reliable?

The record is thin — 1 NHTSA complaint — so owner-report data can't strongly confirm reliability either way, though 2 recalls should be verified as completed.

Does the 2013 Volvo Vn have recalls?

Yes — NHTSA lists 2 recall campaigns affecting the 2013 Volvo Vn. Recall repairs are free at franchised dealers; check the VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls to confirm the work was done.

Is the 2013 Volvo Vn under NHTSA investigation?

NHTSA opened one investigation 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.

Related

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

Compiled by Sharon Ben-Moshe, Founder.