Complaints by model year
| Year | Complaints | vs. typical* | Recalls | Top problem | Verdict |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2026 | 0 | typical | 3 | — | Few |
| 2025 | 0 | typical | 2 | — | Few |
| 2024 | 0 | typical | 4 | — | Few |
| 2023 | 1 | 1.5× | 4 | Transmission | Few |
| 2022 | 0 | typical | 4 | — | Few |
| 2021 | 0 | typical | 5 | — | Few |
| 2020 | 0 | typical | 5 | — | Few |
| 2019 | 0 | typical | 3 | — | Few |
| 2016 | 0 | typical | 2 | — | Few |
| 2015 | 0 | typical | 3 | — | Few |
| 2014 | 0 | typical | 5 | — | Few |
| 2013 | 0 | typical | 5 | — | Few |
| 2012 | 0 | typical | 6 | — | Few |
| 2011 | 0 | typical | 5 | — | Few |
* Complaints compared with the median Vah year at the same age, so new and old years are judged fairly. How this works.
Most common Volvo Vah problems
Latest Volvo Vah recalls
Steering › Linkages › Knuckle › Spindle › Arm
Volvo Trucks North America (Volvo Trucks) is recalling certain 2026 VOLVO VAH, VN, VHD, 2026-2027 VNL (4) and VNR (4) vehicles. The steering knuckles may have been manufactured with insufficiently tightened steering arms.
Remedy: Dealers will inspect and tighten the fasteners between the steering arm and steering knuckle, as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed July 27, 2026.
Wheels › Lugs/nuts/bolts/studs
Volvo Trucks North America (Volvo Trucks) is recalling certain 2026 VAH, 2026-2027 VN, VHD, VNL (4), and 2027 VNR (4) vehicles. The wheel lug nuts may loosen and allow the wheel to detach.
Remedy: Owners are advised not to drive their vehicles until the repair has been performed. Dealers will inspect the wheel and hub mating surfaces, remove any masking material, and replace any worn components if necessary, free…
Seat belts › Front › Anchorage
Volvo Trucks North America (Volvo Trucks) is recalling certain 2019-2026 VAH trucks. The passenger seat belt anchor may fail due to inadequate floor reinforcement. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 210, "Seat Belt Assembly Anchorages."
Remedy: Dealers will install a new weld nut and washer, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed December 16, 2025. Owners may contact Volvo Trucks' customer service at 1-800-528-6586.
Electrical system › Software
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.
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.
Visibility › Windshield wiper/washer › Motor
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.
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.
Frequently asked questions
What years of the Volvo Vah should you avoid?
None of the Volvo Vah years has an unusually high number of complaints compared with the others at the same age.
What are the most common Volvo Vah problems?
Across all years, owners report the most problems with the transmission & drivetrain (1). Transmission complaints peak in the 2023 model year.
How many recalls has the Volvo Vah had?
20 recalls across 2011–2026. The model year with the most is 2012. See all Volvo Vah recalls by year.
Source: U.S. National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) — owner complaints through October 20, 2026, recalls and defect investigations; fuel economy from the EPA. Complaints are unverified reports and are not proof of a defect. How we rate model years.