Volvo VNM Problems by Year
NHTSA has 11 owner complaints and 45 safety recalls on file for the Volvo VNM, across 23 model years (1995–2017). The 2007 model year has the most complaints (4). The most reported problem area overall is air bags.
Volvo VNM years to avoid? What the complaint data shows
No VNM model year stands out with more than twice the complaints of a typical year.
Model years with the most complaints
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 VNM problems (all years)
| Problem area | Complaints | Model years | Crashes |
|---|---|---|---|
| Air Bags | 3 | 2 | 3 |
| Electrical System | 2 | 2 | 0 |
| Engine | 2 | 1 | 0 |
| Trailer Hitches | 2 | 2 | 1 |
| Engine and Engine Cooling | 1 | 1 | 1 |
| Service Brakes, Air | 1 | 1 | 0 |
| Steering | 1 | 1 | 0 |
| Structure | 1 | 1 | 0 |
All Volvo VNM model years
| Model year | Complaints | Recalls | Crash rating | Top problem | Compared with other years |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2017 VNM | 0 | 3 | — | — | |
| 2016 VNM | 0 | 5 | — | — | |
| 2015 VNM | 0 | 6 | — | — | |
| 2014 VNM | 0 | 10 | — | — | |
| 2013 VNM | 0 | 9 | — | — | |
| 2012 VNM | 0 | 10 | — | — | |
| 2011 VNM | 0 | 6 | — | — | |
| 2010 VNM | 0 | 2 | — | — | |
| 2009 VNM | 3 | 2 | — | Engine | |
| 2008 VNM | 1 | 10 | — | Air Bags | |
| 2007 VNM | 4 | 8 | — | Air Bags | |
| 2006 VNM | 1 | 6 | — | Structure | |
| 2005 VNM | 1 | 6 | — | Steering | |
| 2004 VNM | 0 | 6 | — | — | |
| 2003 VNM | 0 | 7 | — | — | |
| 2002 VNM | 0 | 6 | — | — | |
| 2001 VNM | 1 | 9 | — | Electrical System | |
| 2000 VNM | 0 | 5 | — | — | |
| 1999 VNM | 0 | 4 | — | — | |
| 1998 VNM | 0 | 5 | — | — | |
| 1997 VNM | 0 | 5 | — | — | |
| 1996 VNM | 0 | 1 | — | — | |
| 1995 VNM | 0 | 1 | — | — |
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Frequently asked questions
Which Volvo VNM years should you stay away from?
No year stands out at twice the typical count; the most complaints are for 2007 (4), 2009 (3), 2008 (1). 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 VNM?
Air Bags, with 3 complaints across 2 model years.
How many recalls does the Volvo VNM have?
45 safety recalls across all model years. Each model year page lists its recalls and fixes.