2017 Volvo VNL Problems, Recalls & Reliability
Verdict
No verdictComplaint Index
73/100
#5 most-complained of 16 VNL years
The 2017 Volvo VNL has 5 recalls, including 1 do-not-drive recall, and a complaint index of 73, ranking it 5th worst among 16 model years of this truck based on NHTSA data. No owner complaints are on file for this year.
- Complaints
- 0
- Recalls
- 5
- incl. Do Not Drive
- Crashes / fires
- 0 / 0
- Injuries / deaths
- 0 / 0
- NHTSA overall rating
- Not rated
- EPA combined MPG
- —
Top 2017 Volvo VNL problems
NHTSA owner complaints by component group. Groups with 15+ complaints have their own page.
No component data.
2017 Volvo VNL recalls
5 NHTSA recall campaigns list this model year.
- NHTSA 18V668000Sep 25, 2018Engine3,705 vehicles
Engine and engine cooling:engine:diesel
Volvo Trucks North America (Volvo) is recalling certain 2016-2019 Volvo VNL trucks equipped with Cummins ISX15 diesel engines. In certain driving conditions, such as on a long down-hill grade, the fuel line may burst if the fuel pump cooling circuit screen becomes restricted.
Risk: If the fuel line bursts, fuel may leak onto the road resulting in a roadway hazard for other motorists. The engine may also stall without warning, resulting in the vehicle's inability to restart, increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy: Cummins will notify owners, and dealers will replace the single screen filter banjo bolt will be replaced with a dual screen filter banjo bolt, free of charge. The recall began November 21, 2018. Owners may contact Volvo customer service at 1-800-528-6586. Volvo's number for this recall is RVXX1802.
- NHTSA 16V927000Dec 22, 2016Suspension, Wheels & Tires16 vehicles
Suspension:front:hub
Volvo Trucks North America (Volvo) is recalling certain 2017 Volvo VHD, VNL, and VNM trucks manufactured February 19, 2016, to June 21, 2016. The affected vehicles were built with front wheel hubs that cannot support the gross axle weight rating of the front axle.
Risk: Overloaded front wheel hubs can result in premature failure of the hubs, bearings, and the related components, which can cause the front hub assembly to separate from the front axle. Because of this, the driver may lose control of the vehicle or parts may be dropped on the road, increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy: Volvo will notify owners, and dealers will replace the hub assemblies, free of charge. The recall began on February 16, 2017. Owners may contact Volvo customer service at 1-800-528-6586. Volvo's number for this recall is RVXX1607.
- NHTSA 16V928000Dec 22, 2016Brakes5,547 vehicles
Service brakes, air
Volvo Trucks North America (Volvo) is recalling certain model year 2013-2017 VNL and VNM trucks and certain model year 2017 VNX trucks. In the affected vehicles, incorrect software for controlling the electronic air dryer may result in oil and water contaminating the brake system.
Risk: If the brake system becomes contaminated, braking performance could be affected, increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy: Volvo will notify owners, and dealers will reprogram the vehicle control module and replace the air dryer filter, free of charge. The recall began on February 16, 2017. Owners may contact Volvo customer service at 1-800-528-6586. Volvo's number for this recall is RVXX1608.
2017 compared with other VNL years
Frequently asked questions
- Does the 2017 Volvo VNL have a do-not-drive recall?
- Yes. NHTSA recall 16V097000 covers a steering issue on 2016-2017 VNL, VNX, and VNM trucks built without a roll pin on the steering shaft. Volvo strongly recommended not driving affected trucks until an interim remedy was applied.
- How many recalls does the 2017 Volvo VNL have?
- NHTSA lists 5 recalls for the 2017 Volvo VNL, covering the engine, suspension/wheels/tires, brakes, and steering.
- How does the 2017 VNL compare to other model years?
- The 2017 VNL has a complaint index of 73 and ranks 5th worst out of 16 model years with data. Years like 2016 (index 100) and 2012 (index 93) rank worse based on NHTSA complaints and recalls.
- Are there engine problems on the 2017 Volvo VNL?
- NHTSA recall 18V668000 covers 2016-2019 VNL trucks with Cummins ISX15 diesel engines, where a fuel line could burst on long downhill grades under certain driving conditions.