Most common 2001 Volvo VHD problems
Share of the 1 complaints; one complaint can involve more than one system. "~" is the median mileage when the problem started.
Volvo VHD complaints by model year
2001 Volvo VHD recalls (10)
Visibility › Windshield wiper/washer › Motor
Volvo trucks is recalling 127,764 my 2001-2008 vhd, vnl, vnm, and my 2005-2008 vt trucks. A seal May fail allowing water and contaminants to seep into the windshield wiper motor.
Remedy: Volvo will replace the wiper motor free of charge. Since this recall involves a large number of vehicles, Volvo will release the recall in stages as parts are received.
Visibility › Windshield wiper/washer › Motor
On certain trucks equipped with valeo wiper systems, the wiper motor May be susceptive to salt intrusion that could possibly lead to a condition where the connector overheats to a point where the connector could ignite.
Remedy: Dealers will inspect and replace the connector plate on the windshield wiper motor. Phase 2 of the recall began on November 1, 2004. Owners should contact Volvo trucks at 1-800-528-6586.
Trailer hitches › Fifth wheel assembly
On certain heavy duty trucks equipped with jost international jsk 37u series fifth wheels, a fatigue crack can develop in the bracket pin weld under certain loading conditions.
Remedy: Dealers will replace the bracket pins and repair instructions free of charge. 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…
Seat belts › Front › Anchorage
Certain heavy duty class 8 trucks equipped with an optional two-man passenger bench seat fail to comply with the requirements of federal motor vehicle safety standard no. 210, "seat belt assembly anchorages." on the two-man passenger bench seat inboard (center) position, seat belt d-ring mounting bracket weldnut, the weld is…
Remedy: Dealers will replace the seat belt d-ring mounting bracket. Owner notification began on April 7, 2003. Owners who take their vehicles to an authorized dealer on an agreed upon service date and do not receive the free…
Steering › Steering wheel/handle bar
On certain heavy duty class 8 axle back vehicles, the telescoping steering shaft in some driving situations could bottom out and side load the steering gear input shaft whenever the adjustable steering column is adjusted to the lower position.
Remedy: Dealers will install a re-designed steering shaft, which will not bottom out during vehicle operation regardless of where the adjustable steering column is positioned. Owner notification began June 25, 2002.
Service brakes, air › Supply › Check valve
On certain heavy duty trucks equipped with meritor wabco pneumatic anitlock brake system (ABS) valve packages, the assembly bolts on these valve packages were not tightened correctly.
Remedy: Dealers will tighten the fasteners to the proper specification. Owner notification began February 27, 2002. Owners who take their vehicles to an authorized dealer on an agreed upon service date and do not receive the…
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Power train › Axle assembly
On certain heavy duty class 8 trucks, the forward and/or rear drive axle upper axle seat can break allowing the axle to shift out of alignment.
Remedy: Dealers will inspect the upper axle seat for a certain date code that is stamped on the part, and those axles will be replaced. Owner notification began March 15, 2002.
Service brakes, air › Controls, pedals and linkages
Vehicle description: heavy duty trucks built with a steerable auxiliary axle and equipped with certain meritor-wabco brake system two and four port relay valves. The valve May stick open when a high-pressure application is released.
Remedy: Dealers will replace these valves. Owner notification began August 31, 2001. 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…
Steering › Gear box (other than rack and pinion)
Vehicle description: heavy duty class 8 trucks. The lower steering shaft May side-load the steering gear input shaft. This condition could result in non-uniform steering wheel efforts when turning the steering wheel.
Remedy: Dealers will replace the lower steering shaft. Owner notification began July 19, 2001. Owners who take their vehicles to an authorized dealer on an agreed upon service date and do not receive the free remedy within a…
Steering › Gear box (other than rack and pinion)
Vehicle description: class 8 heavy duty, axle back model vehicles. The design of the lower steering column shaft universal joint boot could allow the boot to get entangled in the universal joint.
Remedy: Owners will be advised to remove the universal joint boot per instructions. If an owner chooses, a Volvo truck dealer can perform the remedy for them. Owner notification began March 27, 2001.
Frequently asked questions
Is the 2001 Volvo VHD a good car?
Based on 1 owner complaint filed with NHTSA, the 2001 VHD rates few complaints: 1.5× as many complaints as a typical year of the VHD at the same age. Complaint counts don't account for sales volume or individual maintenance, so have any used car inspected before buying.
What is the most common problem with the 2001 Volvo VHD?
The steering — 1 complaint, 100% of all complaints for this model year.
How many recalls does the 2001 Volvo VHD have?
There are 10 recalls for the 2001 Volvo VHD, the most recent from May 21, 2009 (motor). Recall repairs are free at any authorized dealer — check whether yours has been done with the VIN recall check.
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.