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2014 Volvo Vn problems

Verdict · NHTSA data

Limited data — recalls on file

NHTSA has just 2 complaints on file for the 2014 Volvo Vn — 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.

2

NHTSA complaints

1

Recalls

1

Investigations

0

Crash-involved

1

Fires reported

0

Injuries

0

Deaths

—

NCAP overall

How does 2014 compare to other Vn years?

Vn NHTSA complaints by model year, 2014 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, 2014 highlighted. Red bars are years to avoid.

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What are the most common 2014 Volvo Vn problems?

ComponentComplaintsShare
Other150%
Body & Structure150%

Does the 2014 Volvo Vn have recalls?

1 NHTSA recall campaign 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.

Consumer complaints filed with NHTSA

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

“I SLIP SEAT BETWEEN 5 OF THIS STYLE VOLVO AND 9 FREIGHTLINERS. AFTER DRIVING VOLVOS MY BODY IS RAGGED AND BEAT UP FROM THE CONSTANT MOVEMENT OF THE SUSPENSION AND CAB. DRIVING THE SAME ROUTES THE FREIGHTLINERS DO NOT BEAT UP MY BODY LIKE THE VOLVOS. I HAVE SEEN THAT THERE IS AN INQUIRY TO VOLVO'S…”

Complaint filed with NHTSA · Body & Structure · January 6, 2014

2014 Volvo Vn — common questions

Is the 2014 Volvo Vn reliable?

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

Does the 2014 Volvo Vn have recalls?

Yes — NHTSA lists 1 recall campaign affecting the 2014 Volvo Vn. Recall repairs are free at franchised dealers; check the VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls to confirm the work was done.

Is the 2014 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.