Most common 2007 Volvo VNL problems
Share of the 15 complaints; one complaint can involve more than one system. "~" is the median mileage when the problem started.
Volvo VNL complaints by model year
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2007 Volvo VNL recalls (9)
Power train › Clutch assembly
Volvo Trucks North America (Volvo) is recalling certain model year 2007-2014 VAH, VHD, VNL, VNM, and VT models. The affected vehicles were built without a redundant clutch disengagement switch.
Remedy: Volvo Trucks will notify owners and dealers will inspect and repair the vehicles if necessary. The recall began on August 26, 2013. Volvo's recall number is RVXX1303. Owners may contact Volvo at 1-336-393-2000.
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.
Service brakes, air
Volvo trucks is recalling 366 my 2006-2009 vnl trucks equipped with super single tires, bendix brake cam tubes, and Volvo air suspension. The vibration frequency from the suspension with super single tires May result in a fatigue crack of the mounting brackets for the brake cam tube.
Remedy: Dealers will add a support bracket to the brake cam tube. The recall began on June 30, 2009. Owners May contact Volvo trucks at 1-800-528-6586.
Electrical system › Wiring › Fuses and circuit breakers
On certain heavy duty trucks, the circuit protection (I.e. Automatic circuit breakers) used to protect the vehicle lighting system May not provide adequate protection.
Remedy: Dealers will replace the circuit breakers with fuses. The recall began on February 25, 2008. Owners May contact Volvo trucks at 1-800-528-6586.
Trailer hitches › Fifth wheel assembly
On certain trucks equipped with a saf holland simplex fifth wheel, the lever arm pivot bolt May have been over tightened. An over tightened pivot bolt can distort the pivot bolt spacer sleeve, which May prevent the fifth wheel latch jaw from closing and latching securely around the trailer king pin.
Remedy: Dealers will replace the pivot bolt and sleeve with a hex head shoulder bolt and washer free of charge. The recall began on January 28, 2008. Owners May contact Volvo trucks at 1-800-528-6586.
Fuel system, diesel
On certain trucks, an unprotected lead in the thermoswitch of the heater May make contact with another post possibly creating a short circuit, which can result in continuous operation of the heating element.
Remedy: Dealers will inspect the thermoswitch and will replace it if necessary. The recall began on September 10, 2007. Owners May contact Volvo trucks at 1-800-528-6586.
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Steering
On certain trucks, the nut used to retain the steering shaft May or May not be a lock nut that has the locking feature. A lock nut is required to provide additional resistance to ensure that the nut does not come loose.
Remedy: Dealers will replace the steering shaft pinch bolts and locknuts free of charge. The recall began on August 24, 2007. Owners May contact Volvo trucks at 1-800-528-6586.
Power train › Axle assembly
On certain trucks, the axle housings May have been manufactured with steel that was out of specification which could result in a fatigue failure over time.
Remedy: Dealers will repair and inspect the axles and replace them free of charge. The recall began on April 9, 2007. Owners May contact Volvo trucks at 1-800-528-6586.
Power train › Driveline
On certain trucks equipped with arvinmeritor rpl20 high angle interaxle driveshafts, an improper seated or missing snap ring can result in the bearing cup to separate from the slip yoke sub-assembly. The universal joint cross could then contact the slip yoke casting and eventually cause the ear work to fracture.
Remedy: Dealers will inspect the driveshafts and replace them as needed. The recall began on October 23, 2006. Owners May contact Volvo trucks at 1-800-528-6586.
NHTSA defect investigations
Federal safety investigators have looked into 3 possible defects involving the 2007 Volvo VNL:
Volvo Sleeper glass de-bonding
ODI opened Recall Query RQ11-001 after a review of EWR Field Reports identified lower bunk window separations on the subject vehicles.Volvo had issued three recalls for sleeper window separations since 2003.Additionally, Volvo had issued two bulletins for sleeper window issues during the same time period.The frequency of related actions led ODI to open this formal investigation.An Information Request (IR) letter was…
Stop Lamp Switch Signal
The Office of Defects Investigation (ODI) received Early Warning Reporting (EWR) data from the manufacturer that indicated some number of subject vehicles equipped with the subject automated manual transmission had allegedly experienced a condition where the clutch failed to automatically disengage the transmission from the engine as intended.
Saf holland fifth wheel assembly
On October 18, 2007 Volvo trucks north America filed defect report 07v-496 which outlines a safety recall program to notify the affected owners and correct the affected vehicles.
What 2007 Volvo VNL owners say
Lights
2007 Volvo 780, bought in 7-31-2006, when driving from texas to california we had problems with transmission going into gear. From that time on the problems have gotten worse and to the point of being unsafe. It breaks down frequently and won't go into gear. We have been towed numerous times and have lost revenue. It has melted wires and components. The computer throws out codes that indicates problems with the computer, electrical, transmission, vehicle, brakes, etc., etc. The truck has been down numerous times. Most recent, down in October of 07, down in dec. Of 07, down in April 07 two times. Is now broken down in slc, ut and is at the Volvo dealership there. I bought a new truck so that it would be reliable like Volvo claimed it to be. It now just shuts down and you are dead in your tracks. It has melted two voltage doublers. It is unsafe to be on the road. …
Tl* the contact owns a 2007 Volvo vnl64t truck. The contact stated the headlight covers were deteriorating and reducing visibility for the driver. In addition, the failure would cause the headlights to become extremely foggy and hazy. There were no recalls for the vehicle and the dealer advised any repairs would be at the contacts expense. The vehicle was not repaired. The failure mileage was 122,000 and the current mileage was 174,928.
Brakes
2007 Volvo 780, bought in 7-31-2006, when driving from texas to california we had problems with transmission going into gear. From that time on the problems have gotten worse and to the point of being unsafe. It breaks down frequently and won't go into gear. We have been towed numerous times and have lost revenue. It has melted wires and components. The computer throws out codes that indicates problems with the computer, electrical, transmission, vehicle, brakes, etc., etc. The truck has been down numerous times. Most recent, down in October of 07, down in dec. Of 07, down in April 07 two times. Is now broken down in slc, ut and is at the Volvo dealership there. I bought a new truck so that it would be reliable like Volvo claimed it to be. It now just shuts down and you are dead in your tracks. It has melted two voltage doublers. It is unsafe to be on the road. …
Tl contact owns a 2007 Volvo VNL. The contact stated that the brake chambers caught fire while the vehicle was in motion. The fire department extinguished the fire and there were no injuries. A police report was filed. The manufacturer was notified and is investigating the issue. The contact has not received any reimbursement. The dealer has not returned his calls or emails. The speed was unknown. The failure mileage was 100,000. Updated 03-27-09 updated 03/31/09. The consumer stated the brake chambers leaked air slightly. Updated 04/01/09.
Frequently asked questions
Is the 2007 Volvo VNL a good car?
Based on 15 owner complaints filed with NHTSA, the 2007 VNL rates use caution: 2.3× as many complaints as a typical year of the VNL at the same age. It is one of the VNL years we suggest avoiding. 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 2007 Volvo VNL?
The lights — 4 complaints, 27% of all complaints for this model year, most often about headlights. Next are the brakes (3) and steering (2).
How many recalls does the 2007 Volvo VNL have?
There are 9 recalls for the 2007 Volvo VNL, the most recent from June 26, 2013 (clutch assembly). Recall repairs are free at any authorized dealer — check whether yours has been done with the VIN recall check.
What are the best and worst years of the Volvo VNL?
The best years by complaints, compared at the same age, are 2017, 2020 and 2021. Years to avoid or approach with caution: 2016 and 2007. See the full Volvo VNL years comparison.
At what mileage do 2007 Volvo VNL problems happen?
The median mileage reported in complaints is about 122,000 miles; 25% of problems with a recorded mileage started before 50,000 miles.
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.