2018 Volvo VNL Problems, Complaints & Recalls
- Compared with other VNL years
- Not enough data 5th of 31 for complaints
- Safety recalls
- 5 recalls: check your VIN
- NHTSA crash rating
- Not rated
Owners have filed 8 complaints with NHTSA about the 2018 Volvo VNL. That ranks 5th out of 31 VNL model years for complaints. The most reported problem area is power train (3 complaints, 38%), typically at around 537,850 miles. Complaints mention 1 crash, 1 injury. There are 5 safety recalls covering this model year.
- 8owner complaints
- 5safety recalls
- 0NHTSA investigations
- 1complaints mentioning a crash
Complaints are unverified owner reports and are not adjusted for sales volume.
Most common 2018 Volvo VNL problems
Complaints grouped by the part of the car owners reported, with the median mileage when the problem happened.
| Problem area | Complaints | Share | Median miles | Owners mention most | Typical repair cost |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Power Train | 3 | 38% | 537,850 | — | — |
| Steering | 2 | 25% | 150,313 | — | — |
| Vehicle Speed Control | 2 | 25% | 387,000 | — | — |
| Air Bags | 1 | 13% | 200,000 | — | — |
| Electrical System | 1 | 13% | — | — | — |
| Engine | 1 | 13% | — | — | — |
| Fuel System, Gasoline | 1 | 13% | 537,850 | — | — |
| Service Brakes | 1 | 13% | 200,000 | — | — |
One complaint can list several problem areas, so shares can add up to more than 100%.
Complaints by year received
2018 Volvo VNL recalls (5)
Tap a recall to see the problem, the risk and the fix.
Equipment:other:labels
Problem: Volvo Trucks North America (Volvo) is recalling certain 2018-2021 VNL and VNR buses. The Gross Axle Weight Rating (GAWR) for the rear drive axles stated on the Federal Certification Label exceeds the rating of the wheel hubs. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of 49 CFR Part 567, "Certification."
Risk: If the rear axles are overloaded, over time the wheel hubs may fail prematurely, increasing the risk of a crash.
Fix: Volvo will notify owners and send corrected replacement labels, free of charge. The recall began August 18, 2020. Owners may contact Volvo customer service at 1-800-528-6586. Volvo's number for this recall is RVXX2002.
Electrical system:wiring:fuses and circuit breakers
Problem: Volvo Trucks North America (Volvo Trucks) is recalling certain 2018-2020 VAH, VHD, VNL, and VNR vehicles. The fuse in the transmission circuit may blow, preventing the transmission from shifting.
Risk: If the fuse blows the transmission may not shift, increasing the risk of a crash.
Fix: Volvo Trucks will notify owners, and dealers will inspect and replace the fuse, if necessary, free of charge. The recall began August 7, 2019. Owners may contact Volvo Trucks customer service at 1-800-528-6586. Volvo Truck's number for this recall is RVXX1903.
Structure:body
Problem: Volvo Trucks North America (Volvo Trucks) is recalling certain 2018-2020 VNL and VNX vehicles configured as 740 and 760 sleeper models. The sleeper bunk window may detach and fall from the vehicle.
Risk: If a window detaches from the vehicle, it may strike another vehicle or pedestrian, increasing the risk of a crash or injury.
Fix: Volvo Trucks has notified owners, and dealers will replace the window hinge, free of charge. Owners were notified of the recall on April 8, 2019 and will be sent a second notice when the remedy parts are available. The recall began August 21, 2019. Owners may contact Volvo Trucks customer service at 1-800-528-6586. Volvo Trucks' number for this recall is RVXX1902.
Power train:clutch assembly
Problem: Volvo Trucks North America (Volvo) is recalling certain 2018-2019 Volvo VNL vehicles equipped with an automated manual transmission. An internal component in the clutch assembly may fail, possibly resulting in unintended vehicle movement.
Risk: Unintended vehicle movement can increase the risk of a crash.
Fix: Volvo has notified owners and dealers will update the Transmission Control Module software, free of charge. The recall began February 1, 2019. Owners can contact Volvo customer service at 1-800-528-6586. Volvo's number for this recall is RVXX1901.
Engine and engine cooling:engine:diesel
Problem: 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.
Fix: 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.
To see whether a specific car still has an open recall, enter its VIN on NHTSA's official recall lookup. You can also decode a VIN here.
Recent owner reports
Short excerpts of the latest complaints filed with NHTSA, with personal details removed. Full reports can be searched on NHTSA.gov.
The contact owns a 2018 Volvo VNL Truck. The contact stated while driving at various speeds, the vehicle was lunging forward and failed to properly respond while depressing the accelerator pedal. There was no additional information provided. The vehicle was taken to the dealer, where it was…
The contact owns a Volvo 2018 VNL64 Commercial vehicle. The contact stated that the vehicle would shut down while driving at various speeds. There was no further information provided. The vehicle was towed to the dealer, where the high pressure fuel pump filter, the differential pressure sensor…
The contact owns a 2018 Volvo VNL. The contact stated that while approaching a stop, the clutch failed to disengage. The contact also stated that after decelerating, he depressed the accelerator pedal and the vehicle rolled back. The contact stated that the check warning light illuminated…
2019 complained to the dealer about uneven wearing of the front tires they checked alignment then same complaint in march 2020 no defects find then in july 02 2020 i was unable to drive because of vibration , after inspection they found plastic bushings for both kingpins worn out and replaced as…
Engine working not properly and shaking!!!its happened in 2019 !!! Now the same problem again!!!
Other Volvo VNL years
| Year | Complaints | Recalls |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 VNL | 0 | 1 |
| 2024 VNL | 0 | 7 |
| 2023 VNL | 1 | 3 |
| 2022 VNL | 2 | 7 |
| 2021 VNL | 0 | 7 |
| 2020 VNL | 0 | 9 |
| 2019 VNL | 4 | 8 |
| 2018 | 8 | 5 |
| 2017 VNL | 0 | 5 |
| 2016 VNL | 12 | 6 |
| 2015 VNL | 5 | 9 |
| 2014 VNL | 8 | 12 |
| 2013 VNL | 7 | 14 |
| 2012 VNL | 5 | 14 |
| 2011 VNL | 4 | 12 |
| 2010 VNL | 0 | 4 |
| 2009 VNL | 2 | 4 |
| 2008 VNL | 3 | 12 |
| 2007 VNL | 15 | 9 |
| 2006 VNL | 7 | 7 |
| 2005 VNL | 6 | 6 |
| 2004 VNL | 5 | 6 |
| 2003 VNL | 2 | 9 |
| 2002 VNL | 1 | 7 |
| 2001 VNL | 1 | 8 |
| 2000 VNL | 10 | 4 |
| 1999 VNL | 11 | 5 |
| 1998 VNL | 8 | 5 |
| 1997 VNL | 0 | 4 |
| 1996 VNL | 0 | 1 |
| 1995 VNL | 0 | 1 |
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Frequently asked questions
What are the most common problems with the 2018 Volvo VNL?
Owners most often report power train, steering, vehicle speed control problems. The top one, power train, accounts for 3 complaints.
Was there a recall on the 2018 Volvo VNL?
Yes, 5 safety recalls. Enter your VIN at NHTSA.gov to check whether the repairs were done on your car.
Was the 2018 Volvo VNL a good year?
Complaint data can't fully answer that, because counts aren't adjusted for sales. Compared with other VNL model years, the 2018 has too little data to compare. Always get a pre-purchase inspection and check the VIN for open recalls.