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2001 Volvo Volvo Truck problems

Verdict · NHTSA data

Limited data — recalls on file

NHTSA has just 4 complaints on file for the 2001 Volvo Volvo Truck — 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.

4

NHTSA complaints

1

Recalls

0

Investigations

0

Crash-involved

0

Fires reported

0

Injuries

0

Deaths

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NCAP overall

How does 2001 compare to other Volvo Truck years?

Volvo Truck NHTSA complaints by model year, 2001 highlighted22 complaints1977: 0 complaints1978: 0 complaints1979: 0 complaints1980: 0 complaints1981: 0 complaints1982: 0 complaints1983: 0 complaints1984: 0 complaints1985: 0 complaints1986: 0 complaints1987: 0 complaints1988: 5 complaints1990: 6 complaints1993: 2 complaints1994: 5 complaints1995: 13 complaints1996: 9 complaints1997: 3 complaints1998: 22 complaints1999: 18 complaints2000: 15 complaints2001: 4 complaints2002: 2 complaints
Volvo Truck NHTSA complaints by model year, 2001 highlighted. Red bars are years to avoid.

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What are the most common 2001 Volvo Volvo Truck problems?

ComponentComplaintsShare
Engine125%
Suspension125%
Transmission125%
Visibility & Wipers125%

Does the 2001 Volvo Volvo Truck have recalls?

1 NHTSA recall campaign on file. Recall repairs are free at franchised dealers.

02V110000BrakesApril 11, 2002 · 208 units

Defect

CERTAIN HEAVY DUTY CLASS 8 VEHICLES FAIL TO COMPLY WITH FEDERAL MOTOR VEHICLE SAFETY STANDARD NO. 121, "AIR BRAKE SYSTEMS", S5.1.6.3, "ANTILOCK POWER FOR TOWED VEHICLES." ELECTRICAL POWER FOR THE TRAILER ANTI-LOCK BRAKING SYSTEM (ABS) CAN BE DISRUPTED WHEN A SWITCH LOCATED ON THE VEHICLE INSTRUMENT PANEL IS ACTIVATED TO CONTROL LIGHTING WITHIN THE TRAILER.

Consequence

IF THIS CONDITION OCCURS, THE DRIVER CAN LOSE OF THE TOWED VEHICLE, POSSIBLY RESULTING IN A VEHICLE CRASH.

Remedy

DEALERS WILL INSTALL A WIRING HARNESS WHICH WILL PROVIDE CONTINUOUS ELECTRICAL POWER TO THE TRAILER ABS WHENEVER THE IGNITION SWITCH IS IN THE ON OR RUN POSITION. OWNER NOTIFICATION BEGAN APRIL 29, 2002. OWNERS WHO TAKE THEIR VEHICLES TO AN AUTHORIZED DEALER ON AN AGREED UPON SERVICE DATE AND DO NOT RECEIVE THE FREE REMEDY WITHIN A REASONABLE TIME SHOULD CONTACT VOLVO TRUCKS AT 1-800-528-6586.

Consumer complaints filed with NHTSA

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

“(VEHICLE MODEL: 770),WINDSHIELD STARTED A SMALL CRACK IN THE RIGHT CORNER RESULTING IN REPLACEMENT. ALSO WHEN ATTEMPTING TO STOP THE VEHICLE, THE VEHICLE PULLED HARD TO THE LEFT CAUSING CONSUMER TO RUN INTO THE BACK OF THE VEHICLE AHEAD. *JG ”

Complaint filed with NHTSA · Suspension

“(VEHICLE MODEL: 770),WINDSHIELD STARTED A SMALL CRACK IN THE RIGHT CORNER RESULTING IN REPLACEMENT. ALSO WHEN ATTEMPTING TO STOP THE VEHICLE, THE VEHICLE PULLED HARD TO THE LEFT CAUSING CONSUMER TO RUN INTO THE BACK OF THE VEHICLE AHEAD. *JG ”

Complaint filed with NHTSA · Visibility & Wipers

2001 Volvo Volvo Truck — common questions

Is the 2001 Volvo Volvo Truck reliable?

The record is thin — 4 NHTSA complaints — so owner-report data can't strongly confirm reliability either way, though 1 recall should be verified as completed.

Does the 2001 Volvo Volvo Truck have recalls?

Yes — NHTSA lists 1 recall campaign affecting the 2001 Volvo Volvo Truck. 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.