2001 Volvo VN
Safety record from NHTSA: recalls, owner complaints, investigations and service bulletins.
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Recalls
2 recalls name the 2001 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 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.
Risk and remedy
Risk
This could result in a loss of axle stability increasing the risk of a crash.
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. 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
1 complaints1 injuries
Latest complaints
- Structure › Body › Hood › Hinge and attachments
Hood struts on volvo semi tractors are of inferior design. The struts control hood opening and act as a stop to keep the hood from falling all the way forward. The ends of the struts break off. This particular truck had one broken strut. When I opened the hood the other strut broke. The hood opened…
Hood struts on volvo semi tractors are of inferior design. The struts control hood opening and act as a stop to keep the hood from falling all the way forward. The ends of the struts break off. This particular truck had one broken strut. When I opened the hood the other strut broke. The hood opened all the way forward crashing on top of me trapping me under the hood. This caused injuries to my neck and back. Our fleet mechanics replaced both struts and are implementing an inspection program to inspect struts on other trucks. There are steady failures of the struts on our fleet trucks. There IS an updated design. There should be a safety cable or a hood opening restricted designed into the hinge. *Jb
Defect investigations
NHTSA’s Office of Defects Investigation opened these reviews into vehicles including this one.
- Hood strut failure
Volvo reported four field reports and 62 warranty claims related to hood strut failure on the subject truck/tractors. The hood struts are a single acting oil shock that controls the rate of the opening of the hood. There are two struts attached to the hood assembly, one on each side. Odi's concern was that a failed…
Volvo reported four field reports and 62 warranty claims related to hood strut failure on the subject truck/tractors. The hood struts are a single acting oil shock that controls the rate of the opening of the hood. There are two struts attached to the hood assembly, one on each side. Odi's concern was that a failed hood strut would allow the hood to drop on one side, possibly injuring someone working on the engine. In examining the life cycle of hood struts in both truck and passenger car applications, odi found thatall hood struts require periodic replacement due to normal ?wear-out.?during the investigation, odi discovered that when the struts were replaced, the problem started to occur on the subject trucks.the failures resulted from the improper installation of the hood strut.this finding was substantiated by fleets contacted from information supplied by volvo, as well as visits to local dealers. During thisinvestigation, odi performed the following actions:a.reviewed warranty/engineering data provided by volvo;b.contacted the two initial complainants to gather moreinformation;c.conducted field trips to area dealers to inspect subjectvehicles;d.contacted two fleets from outside the washington d.c. Area to discuss their experience with these hood struts;ande.reviewed the appropriate service manuals.based on the data provided by volvo and the information gathered by odi, it IS apparent that some dealers and owners may have beeninstallingreplacement struts incorrectly.depending on which model truck IS being worked on, there are two distinct ways to mount the replacement strut to the frame rails.fleets contacted during this investigation reported no further issues with the struts once proper installation instructions were provided to them from volvo. Odi has discussed the matter with volvo and they have decided to revise the service manuals for these trucks to include pictures of both hood strut mounting arrangements in every service manual, regardless of truck model.therefore,if someone was using the incorrect manual, they would still be able to viewall the possible strut mountingarrangements, regardless of model.this investigation IS closed, as a safety related defect with the hood struts has not been identified at this time. Further use of the agency?s resources are not currently warranted. The closing of this investigation does not constitute a finding by nhtsa that no safety-related defect exists.the agency reserves the right to take further action on the vehicles if warranted by new circumstances.odi will continue to monitor field reports and take appropriate action if indicated.
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
- 10219421Engine Control Module (EMS) Software (MSW) Information August 2022; Improvement List (Change Log) - US21+OBD22 (13L VGT, TC) And US17+OBD22 (11L) Emissions
- 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)
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