2020 Volvo Vnl Problems, Recalls & Reliability
Verdict
No verdictComplaint Index
5/100
#20 most-complained of 21 Vnl years
Based on NHTSA complaints per model-year, not a reliability rating. Methodology
The 2020 Volvo Vnl has 0 owner complaints and 9 safety recalls on file with NHTSA. Its Complaint Index is 5 out of 100 — #20 highest of 21 Vnl model years.
- Complaints
- 0
- Recalls
- 9
- Crashes / fires
- 0 / 0
- Injuries / deaths
- 0 / 0
- NHTSA overall rating
- Not rated
- EPA combined MPG
- —
Top 2020 Volvo Vnl problems
NHTSA owner complaints by component group. Groups with 15+ complaints have their own page.
No component data.
2020 Volvo Vnl recalls
9 NHTSA recall campaigns list this model year.
- NHTSA 23V900000Dec 26, 2023Steering1 vehicles
Steering
Volvo Trucks North America (Volvo Trucks) is recalling one 2020 VNL truck. The steering gear assembly may have been assembled incorrectly with fewer recirculating balls than are required, which may result in a loss of steering control.
Risk: A loss of steering control increases the risk of a crash.
Remedy: A dealer will inspect and replace the defective gears as necessary, free of charge. An owner notification letter was mailed February 7, 2024. The owner may contact Volvo Trucks customer service at 1-800-528-6586. Volvo Trucks number for this recall is RVXX2316.
- NHTSA 20V613000Oct 5, 2020Structure & Body8,456 vehicles
Structure:body
Volvo Trucks North America (Volvo Trucks) is recalling certain 2020 VNL vehicles. The window hinge and mounting hardware are insufficient to hold the window in place if the truck is driven with the sleeper bunk windows open.
Risk: If a window detaches from the vehicle, it may strike another vehicle or pedestrian, increasing the risk of a crash or injury.
Remedy: Volvo Trucks has notified owners, and dealers will replace the window hinge, free of charge. The recall began October 29, 2020. Owners may contact Volvo Trucks customer service at 1-800-458-1552. Volvo Trucks' number for this recall is RVXX2005.
- NHTSA 20V536000Sep 2, 2020Brakes11,127 vehicles
Service brakes, air
Volvo Trucks North America (Volvo Trucks) is recalling certain 2020-2021 VAH, VHD, VNL and VNR vehicles. The die cast pedal plate may break at one of its attachment points, possibly resulting in the brake pedal dislodging. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 121, "Air Brake Systems."
Risk: A dislodged brake pedal would be inoperable, increasing a risk of a crash.
Remedy: Volvo Trucks will notify owners, and dealers will inspect and replace the pedal plates if required, free of charge. The recall began October 7, 2020. Owners may contact Volvo Trucks customer service at 1-800-458-1552. Volvo Truck's number for this recall is RVXX2004.
2020 compared with other Vnl years
Frequently asked questions
- Is the 2020 Volvo Vnl a reliable year?
- Judged by NHTSA owner complaints and recalls, the 2020 Volvo Vnl ranks #20 of 21 among Vnl model years (Complaint Index 5/100). It has 0 complaints and 9 recalls on file. This reflects reported safety-related problems, not an overall reliability rating.
- Does the 2020 Volvo Vnl have any recalls?
- Yes — NHTSA lists 9 recall campaigns for the 2020 Volvo Vnl, most recently reported 2023, covering steering, structure & body, brakes, and other.