2018 Volvo VNR Problems & Complaints

Few complaints

NHTSA has no owner complaints on file for the 2018 Volvo VNR yet, but there are 2 recalls. 2 recalls cover this model year.

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Owner complaints per model year, Volvo VNR. Colour = our verdict for that year (red: avoid, orange: caution, green: better than average, blue: too new).

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2018 Volvo VNR recalls (2)

Equipment › Other › Labels

NHTSA recall 20V-384 · Jul 1, 2020 · 89 vehicles

Volvo Trucks North America (Volvo) is recalling certain 2018-2021 VNL and VNR buses. The Gross Axle Weight Rating (GAWR) for the rear drive axles stated on the Federal Certification Label exceeds the rating of the wheel hubs. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of 49 CFR Part 567, "Certification."

Remedy: Volvo will notify owners and send corrected replacement labels, free of charge. The recall began August 18, 2020. Owners may contact Volvo customer service at 1-800-528-6586. Volvo's number for this recall is RVXX2002.

Electrical system › Wiring › Fuses and circuit breakers

NHTSA recall 19V-509 · Jul 2, 2019 · 235 vehicles

Volvo Trucks North America (Volvo Trucks) is recalling certain 2018-2020 VAH, VHD, VNL, and VNR vehicles. The fuse in the transmission circuit may blow, preventing the transmission from shifting.

Remedy: Volvo Trucks will notify owners, and dealers will inspect and replace the fuse, if necessary, free of charge. The recall began August 7, 2019. Owners may contact Volvo Trucks customer service at 1-800-528-6586.

Frequently asked questions

How many recalls does the 2018 Volvo VNR have?

There are 2 recalls for the 2018 Volvo VNR, the most recent from July 1, 2020 (labels). 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.