2023 Volvo Vnl problems

Verdict · NHTSA data

Limited data — recalls on file

NHTSA has just one complaint on file for the 2023 Volvo Vnl — 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 2023 compare to other Vnl years?

Vnl NHTSA complaints by model year, 2023 highlighted. Red bars are years to avoid.

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What are the most common 2023 Volvo Vnl problems?

Component	Complaints	Share	vs prior year
Electrical System	1	100%	— flat

Does the 2023 Volvo Vnl have recalls?

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

23V511000Visibility & WipersJuly 24, 2023 · 55,012 units

Defect

Volvo Trucks North America (Volvo Trucks) is recalling certain 2022-2024 VNR, VNL, VHD, and VAH trucks. The windshield wiper motor gears may wear prematurely, causing the motor to fail.

Consequence

Inoperative windshield wipers can reduce visibility, increasing the risk of a crash.

Remedy

Dealers will replace the windshield wiper motor assembly, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed November 1, 2023. Owners may contact Volvo Trucks customer service at 1-800-528-6586. Volvo Trucks number for this recall is RVXX2309.

23V403000AirbagsJune 4, 2023 · 29 units

Defect

Volvo Trucks North America (Volvo Truck) is recalling certain 2022-2024 VNL and VHD vehicles equipped with RollTek driver seats. A missing circuit will prevent the side air bag from deploying during a crash.

Consequence

An air bag that does not deploy, increases the risk of an injury.

Remedy

Dealers will connect a jumper harness between the seat and main cab harness, free of charge. Owner notification letters are expected to be mailed August 4, 2023. Owners may contact Volvo Trucks' customer service at 1-800-528-6586. Volvo Trucks' number for this recall is RVXX2305.

22V896000BrakesDecember 6, 2022 · 412 units

Defect

Volvo Trucks North America (Volvo Trucks) is recalling certain 2022-2023 VNL vehicles. The air tank bracket fasteners were excessively tightened and may have broken.

Consequence

Broken fasteners may allow the air tank to detach from the vehicle, becoming a road hazard and increasing the risk of a crash.

Remedy

Dealers will replace the fasteners, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed December 16, 2022. Owners may contact Volvo Trucks' customer service at 1-800-528-6586. Volvo Trucks' number for this recall is RVXX2205.

Consumer complaints filed with NHTSA

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

“Our trucking business name is Fast Way Express LLC and this is a complaint against TEC Equipment Las Vegas (Volvo dealership) in regards to a new Volvo semi truck we purchased on 6/13/2022. After only 10,600 miles and 216 engine hours, all the electrical modules on the truck stopped working. I have…”
Complaint filed with NHTSA · Electrical System · September 23, 2022

2023 Volvo Vnl — common questions

Is the 2023 Volvo Vnl reliable?

The record is thin — 1 NHTSA complaint — so owner-report data can't strongly confirm reliability either way, though 3 recalls should be verified as completed.

Does the 2023 Volvo Vnl have recalls?

Yes — NHTSA lists 3 recall campaigns affecting the 2023 Volvo Vnl. 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 2023 compare to other Vnl years?

What are the most common 2023 Volvo Vnl problems?

Does the 2023 Volvo Vnl have recalls?

Consumer complaints filed with NHTSA

2023 Volvo Vnl — common questions

Is the 2023 Volvo Vnl reliable?

Does the 2023 Volvo Vnl have recalls?

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