Volvo VHD Problems by Year
NHTSA has 15 owner complaints and 61 safety recalls on file for the Volvo VHD, across 29 model years (1999–2027). The 2005 model year has the most complaints (3). The most reported problem area overall is engine and engine cooling.
Volvo VHD years to avoid? What the complaint data shows
No VHD model year stands out with more than twice the complaints of a typical year.
Model years with the most complaints
- 2005 VHD: 3 complaints, 6 recalls
- 2004 VHD: 3 complaints, 7 recalls
- 2003 VHD: 3 complaints, 11 recalls
Model years with the fewest complaints
Complaint counts are not adjusted for how many cars were sold or how long each year has been on the road, so newer and less popular years naturally have fewer complaints. Use them to spot problem patterns, not as a safety ranking.
Most common Volvo VHD problems (all years)
| Problem area | Complaints | Model years | Crashes |
|---|---|---|---|
| Engine and Engine Cooling | 5 | 3 | 0 |
| Electrical System | 3 | 2 | 0 |
| Visibility | 2 | 2 | 0 |
| Wheels | 2 | 2 | 0 |
| Fuel System, Diesel | 1 | 1 | 0 |
| Power Train | 1 | 1 | 0 |
| Service Brakes, Hydraulic | 1 | 1 | 0 |
| Steering | 1 | 1 | 0 |
| Structure | 1 | 1 | 0 |
| Suspension | 1 | 1 | 0 |
All Volvo VHD model years
| Model year | Complaints | Recalls | Crash rating | Top problem | Compared with other years |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2027 VHD | 0 | 1 | — | — | |
| 2026 VHD | 0 | 2 | — | — | |
| 2025 VHD | 0 | 5 | — | — | |
| 2024 VHD | 0 | 8 | — | — | |
| 2023 VHD | 0 | 5 | — | — | |
| 2022 VHD | 0 | 5 | — | — | |
| 2021 VHD | 0 | 6 | — | — | |
| 2020 VHD | 0 | 5 | — | — | |
| 2019 VHD | 0 | 5 | — | — | |
| 2018 VHD | 0 | 2 | — | — | |
| 2017 VHD | 0 | 3 | — | — | |
| 2016 VHD | 0 | 4 | — | — | |
| 2015 VHD | 0 | 5 | — | — | |
| 2014 VHD | 0 | 6 | — | — | |
| 2013 VHD | 1 | 6 | — | Electrical System | |
| 2012 VHD | 0 | 11 | — | — | |
| 2011 VHD | 0 | 9 | — | — | |
| 2010 VHD | 0 | 5 | — | — | |
| 2009 VHD | 0 | 6 | — | — | |
| 2008 VHD | 2 | 10 | — | Fuel System, Diesel | |
| 2007 VHD | 2 | 10 | — | Engine and Engine Cooling | |
| 2006 VHD | 0 | 6 | — | — | |
| 2005 VHD | 3 | 6 | — | Power Train | |
| 2004 VHD | 3 | 7 | — | Engine and Engine Cooling | |
| 2003 VHD | 3 | 11 | — | Electrical System | |
| 2002 VHD | 0 | 9 | — | — | |
| 2001 VHD | 1 | 10 | — | Steering | |
| 2000 VHD | 0 | 7 | — | — | |
| 1999 VHD | 0 | 1 | — | — |
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Frequently asked questions
Which Volvo VHD years should you stay away from?
No year stands out at twice the typical count; the most complaints are for 2005 (3), 2004 (3), 2003 (3). Counts are not adjusted for how many cars were sold, and newer years have had less time to collect complaints.
What is the biggest problem with the Volvo VHD?
Engine and Engine Cooling, with 5 complaints across 3 model years.
How many recalls does the Volvo VHD have?
61 safety recalls across all model years. Each model year page lists its recalls and fixes.