2001 Volvo VNL64T Problems, Complaints & Recalls

Source: NHTSA · Updated Oct 23, 2006 · 3 owner complaints analyzed

Compared with other VNL64T years
Not enough data 4th of 5 for complaints
Safety recalls
None on file
NHTSA crash rating
Not rated

Owners have filed 3 complaints with NHTSA about the 2001 Volvo VNL64T. That ranks 4th out of 5 VNL64T model years for complaints. The most reported problem area is engine and engine cooling (2 complaints, 67%). Complaints mention 1 crash, 1 fire. There are no safety recalls on file for this model year.

Complaints are unverified owner reports and are not adjusted for sales volume.

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Most common 2001 Volvo VNL64T problems

Complaints grouped by the part of the car owners reported, with the median mileage when the problem happened.

Engine and Engine Cooling2
Fuel System, Gasoline1
Steering1 · ~650,000 mi
Structure1
Suspension1
Problem areaComplaintsShareMedian milesOwners mention mostTypical repair cost
Engine and Engine Cooling267%———
Fuel System, Gasoline133%———
Steering133%650,000——
Structure133%———
Suspension133%———

One complaint can list several problem areas, so shares can add up to more than 100%.

Complaints by year received

Peak: 2001, with 2 complaints
2001: 2200122006: 120061

n = 3 complaints · Source: NHTSA

2001 Volvo VNL64T recalls (0)

No safety recalls are on file for the 2001 Volvo VNL64T.

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.

Dt*: the contact stated while driving 68 mph on a dry 4 lane highway, the driver attempted to change lanes to the left, and there was no reaction from the steering. The steering wheel was able to be turned, but the vehicle did not respond at all. The brakes were applied, however the vehicle…

Steering · received Oct 23, 2006 · NHTSA complaint 10171581

Vehicle has a problem with oil leaks, even though vehicle is still under warranty the dealer will not take any responsibility, now the head is leaking oil. *slc

Engine and Engine Cooling · received Aug 15, 2001 · NHTSA complaint 565047

Consumer was in his home when the smoke dectector went off, consumer went outside and saw that vehicle was on fire, possibly engine related, fire originated from vehicle and spread through consumer's home, both the vehicle and home were destroyed. *jb

Engine and Engine Cooling · received May 22, 2001 · NHTSA complaint 561304

Other Volvo VNL64T years

← 2000 VNL64T · 2004 VNL64T →

YearComplaintsRecalls
2004 VNL64T10
200130
2000 VNL64T110
1999 VNL64T450
1998 VNL64T630

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Frequently asked questions

What are the most common problems with the 2001 Volvo VNL64T?

Owners most often report engine and engine cooling, fuel system, gasoline, steering problems. The top one, engine and engine cooling, accounts for 2 complaints.

Was there a recall on the 2001 Volvo VNL64T?

No safety recalls are on file for this model year.

Was the 2001 Volvo VNL64T a good year?

Complaint data can't fully answer that, because counts aren't adjusted for sales. Compared with other VNL64T model years, the 2001 has too little data to compare. Always get a pre-purchase inspection and check the VIN for open recalls.