2000 Volvo VN
Safety record from NHTSA: recalls, owner complaints, investigations and service bulletins.
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Recalls
2 recalls name the 2000 Volvo VN. Newest first.
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.
Risk and remedy
Risk
If this occurs, excessive heat and smoke could result in an under hood fire.
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.
On some heavy duty class 8 vehicles equipped with arvinmeritor axle assemblies which may have been manufactured with trw model 20edl ball sockets, the tie rod ball-socket bearings have a below specification case depth and/or hardness which can lead to premature wear out of the socket in some applications.
Risk and remedy
Risk
If this condition occurs, the driver can lose steering control, possibly resulting in a vehicle crash.
Remedy
Dealers will replace the ball socket assemblies. this campaign supersedes nhtsa campaign nos. 01V-139.001 and 02v-037.002. owner notification began july 25, 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.
Owner complaints
5 complaints
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Latest complaints
- Structure › Body › Hood › Hinge and attachments
Tl*the contact owns a 2000 volvo vn. while driving at an unknown speed, the hood of the vehicle opened spontaneously. the frontal visibility IS reduced and increases the risk of a crash. the dealer must continually replace the underhood latches and linkages. the failure typically recurs after…
Tl*the contact owns a 2000 volvo vn. while driving at an unknown speed, the hood of the vehicle opened spontaneously. the frontal visibility IS reduced and increases the risk of a crash. the dealer must continually replace the underhood latches and linkages. the failure typically recurs after two years. currently, all of the remedies have been insufficient in correcting the failures. the failure mileage was 150,000 and current mileage was 156,560.
- Electrical system › Wiring › Interior/under dash
Consumer IS concerned with the dash controls going out twice, was told there IS a short. *jg
- Steering · Suspension
While driving the steering locked and the vehicle veered right crashing into a guardrail, totaling the vehicle. *slc
- Service brakes, hydraulic › Foundation components
Braking system malfunctioned, causing a grinding noise and extended stopping distance which may result in a crash. dealer was aware of the problem, but could not determine the cause. please provide further information.*ak
- Power train
It IS hard to read the speed on the speedometer gauge, especially in arizona where it IS required to wear sun glasses. numbers are too small, and the color IS better to be seen at night than in the day time. Consumer has to focus on the numbers to see them. *ak
Defect investigations
NHTSA’s Office of Defects Investigation opened these reviews into vehicles including this one.
- Equipment certification label
There is no summary currently available
- U-bolt failures on drive -axle assemblie
Service bulletins
Technical service bulletins and other communications the manufacturer sent dealers about this vehicle. Ask a dealer for the full document by its number.
- 11000873CBR - 11 Liter Engines - Fuel In Oil.
- 10241906TSB: Barksdale Leveling Valve, Leak Test
- 10241904CBR: Volvo VHD & VN Models - Vehicle Wil Not Start, PTO Active Message Displayed In Cluster, PTO Light On When PTO Switch Is Turned Off
- 10240244CBR: Programming Failure - Chassis With Cummins Engine And An Allison Transmission
- 10235288CBR: Volvo Chassis - Timing Gear Plate Repair. This solution provides supplementary information to be used when installing a Timing Gear Plate with Integrated Seal.
- 10235279CBR: Volvo On-Highway Vehicles - Bendix ABS Fault SPN 807 FMI 13 Blink code 19-4. The new Central Pressure Control (CPC) system has changed the way that the ABS chuff test is performed.
- 10232592Flywheel Housing Thread Repair
- 10215308Volvo Chassis - Equipped with An Automated Manual Transmission (AMT, iShift) - SNV 19-002 - AMT Oil Filter Housing Corrosion
- 10215306Volvo Chassis - Drag Link Inspection And Replacement Criteria
- 10215283AMT Control Housing Bench Testing - False Failures
- 10215282DEF Level (UQLS) Sensor Troubleshooting Guide - US17+OBD16 Emissions and Newer
- 10215281Programming Failure - Chassis With Cummins Engine And An Allison Transmission
- 10215279NOx Sensor Troubleshooting Guide - US10+OBD13 And Newer Emissions
- 10215277DTC U012100 - Lost Communication With Anti-Lock Brake System (ABS) Control Module, No Additional Information
- 10215276(Back Office) - Cruise Control Inoperative After Updating Software VECU5 Without ESP Package (UESP)
- 10215271DEF Pump Troubleshooting Guide - US10+OBD13 And Newer Emissions
- 10215270Temperature Sensor Troubleshooting Guide - US10+OBD13 And Newer
- 10215265Warranty Automated Manual Transmission ( AMT, I-Shift, mDrive ) Control Housing Assembly; Guidelines For Filing A Claim For Chassis Return Visit With Transmission Issues After A Repair Requiring Control Housing Removal And Reinstallation - US07 And Newer
- 10215263Unable To Retrieve "On Request" Messages For PeopleNet Or Omnitracs Modules Installed On The DL5 Data Link; Third Party Electronic Log Device Not Reporting Certain Data
- 10213634Particulate Matter (PM) Sensor Troubleshooting Guide - US14+OBD16 And Newer Emissions
- 10213631DEF Level (UQLS) Sensor Troubleshooting Guide - US17+OBD16 Emissions and Newer
- 10213604Fuel Level Gauge Reading Incorrect In The Instrument Cluster
- 10213526The Diagnostic Process
- 10213510Volvo Chassis Ghost Codes Due To Poor Grounding
- 10213484Volvo Chassis - Fuel Level Sending Unit Specification Information
- 10212892Shipping and Handling of Volvo Lithium-ion 48V Mild Hybrid Battery to Global Battery Solutions (GBS)
- 10212891VIDA QR Scanner Mobile App
- 10209840Volvo Chassis - Diagnostic Trouble Code ( DTC ) P0420 Illuminating The Malfunction Indicator Lamp (MIL)
- 10207600Volvo Chassis - Model VN, Hood Release Cable Interference
- 10207434Volvo Chassis - Driveline (Driveshaft, Propeller Shaft) Ride Height And Angle, Measurement And Calculation; Pinion Angle Measurement - Model Year 1996 And Newer
- 10207370Volvo Chassis - Equipped With An I-Shift Automated Manual Transmission ( AMT ) - Flywheel Resurfacing And Reuse Guidelines
- 10201781Volvo Chassis - Model VN - Water Intrusion In Back Of Cab, Back Wall Of Bunk Leaking
- 10201780Volvo VN Models - Overhead Light Loose, Detaching From Headliner
- 10194987Volvo Chassis - Stemco Hubcap Plug Will Not Stay In
- 10186466Volvo Chassis - Redundant Brake Switch Test - Code MID136 SID55 FMI2, or( DTC ) P1055
- 10169015Volvo Chassis - Discharge Recirculation Valve (DRV) - FSB 258-029 , Engine Turbocharger Compressor Bypass Valve Deletion Kit , Installation
- 10169013Volvo Chassis - Volvo Hill Start Assist System Information
- 10169012Volvo Chassis - Fusion 2 Adaptive Cruise Function Document
- 10169008Volvo Chassis - Volvo Active Driver Assist (VADA)
- 10169007Volvo Chassis - Rain Sensor Bracket Removal And Installation Procedure when Using An Aftermarket Windshield
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