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2021 Volvo Vn problems

Verdict · NHTSA data

Limited data — recalls on file

NHTSA has just 4 complaints on file for the 2021 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.

4

NHTSA complaints

2

Recalls

0

Investigations

0

Crash-involved

0

Fires reported

0

Injuries

0

Deaths

—

NCAP overall

How does 2021 compare to other Vn years?

Vn NHTSA complaints by model year, 2021 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, 2021 highlighted. Red bars are years to avoid.

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What are the most common 2021 Volvo Vn problems?

ComponentComplaintsShare
Other250%
Electrical System125%
Body & Structure125%

Does the 2021 Volvo Vn have recalls?

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

24V790000Electrical SystemOctober 23, 2024 · 124,949 units

Defect

Volvo Trucks North America (Volvo Trucks) is recalling certain 2020-2025 VN, VAH, VHD and VNRE trucks, equipped with Bendix EC80 Advanced Electronic Control Units (ECU). Electrical noise and low signal to the power line carrier may cause the ECU to incorrectly process commands or stop working.

Consequence

Safety systems that depend on the ECU (Automatic Traction Control, ABS, Electronic Stability Control, Active Cruise Control, and Collison Mitigation System) may have diminished or lost functionality, increasing the risk of a crash.

Remedy

Dealers will reprogram the ECU software, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed December 9, 2024. Owners may contact Volvo Trucks customer service at 1-800-528-6586. Volvo Truck's number for this recall is RVXX2409.

23V769000SeatsNovember 15, 2023 · 638 units

Defect

Volvo Trucks North America (Volvo Trucks) is recalling certain 2019-2024 VN and VHD vehicles. The passenger side bench seat may be inadequately attached to the floor. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard numbers 207, "Seating Systems" and 210, "Seatbelt Assembly Anchorage."

Consequence

The attachment points may fail, allowing the bench seat to shift and increasing the risk of injury during a crash.

Remedy

Dealers will replace the weld nut with two nuts and a washer, free of charge. Owner letters were mailed February 29, 2024. Owners may contact Volvo Trucks customer service at 1-800-528-6586. Volvo Trucks number for this recall is RVXX2312.

Consumer complaints filed with NHTSA

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

“Every window in this truck leaks. The upholstery is water stained around and underneath every window. This , I found out is a common problem for Volvo trucks. Volvo knows about this problem as they had a recall in 2019 for this very problem. Volvo Corp office also acknowledged a current recall for…”

Complaint filed with NHTSA · Other · August 12, 2024

“Every window in this truck leaks. The upholstery is water stained around and underneath every window. This , I found out is a common problem for Volvo trucks. Volvo knows about this problem as they had a recall in 2019 for this very problem. Volvo Corp office also acknowledged a current recall for…”

Complaint filed with NHTSA · Body & Structure · August 12, 2024

“Odometer Fraud. The contact purchased a 2021 Volvo VN. The contact stated that while attempting to register the vehicle, it was discovered that there was a mileage discrepancy. The vehicle was a private sale. At the time of purchase, the vehicle mileage was 615,000 and at the time of registration,…”

Complaint filed with NHTSA · Electrical System · April 14, 2025

2021 Volvo Vn — common questions

Is the 2021 Volvo Vn reliable?

The record is thin — 4 NHTSA complaints — so owner-report data can't strongly confirm reliability either way, though 2 recalls should be verified as completed.

Does the 2021 Volvo Vn have recalls?

Yes — NHTSA lists 2 recall campaigns affecting the 2021 Volvo Vn. Recall repairs are free at franchised dealers; check the VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls to confirm the work was done.

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.