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2019 Volvo Vnre (electric) problems

Verdict · NHTSA data

Limited data — recalls on file

NHTSA has just 0 complaints on file for the 2019 Volvo Vnre (electric) — 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.

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NHTSA complaints

2

Recalls

0

Investigations

0

Crash-involved

0

Fires reported

0

Injuries

0

Deaths

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NCAP overall

Does the 2019 Volvo Vnre (electric) have recalls?

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

23V401000Electrical SystemJune 4, 2023 · 243 units

Defect

Volvo Trucks North America (Volvo Trucks) is recalling certain 2019-2023 VNR Electric vehicles. The power cables that connect to the windscreen heater relay may have a loose connection and cause the relay to fail.

Consequence

A relay that fails in the closed position will continue to power the cabin heater, overheating the relay and increasing the risk of a fire.

Remedy

Dealers will tighten the power cable to relay connections, 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 RVXX2306.

23V025000Electrical SystemJanuary 23, 2023 · 135 units

Defect

Volvo Trucks North America (Volvo Trucks) is recalling certain 2019-2023 VNRE battery electric trucks. The cabin heater relay may fail, causing the coolant heater to overheat.

Consequence

A coolant heater that overheats can increase the risk of fire.

Remedy

Dealers will update the software for the Hybrid Powertrain Control Unit and Instrument Cluster, and install replacement relays, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed March 16, 2023. Owners may contact Volvo Trucks customer service at 1-800-528-6586. Volvo Trucks number for this recall is RVXX2301.

2019 Volvo Vnre (electric) — common questions

Is the 2019 Volvo Vnre (electric) reliable?

The record is thin — 0 NHTSA complaints — so owner-report data can't strongly confirm reliability either way, though 2 recalls should be verified as completed.

Does the 2019 Volvo Vnre (electric) have recalls?

Yes — NHTSA lists 2 recall campaigns affecting the 2019 Volvo Vnre (electric). Recall repairs are free at franchised dealers; check the VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls to confirm the work was done.

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.