2001 Volvo Volvo Truck Problems, Complaints & Recalls
- Compared with other Volvo Truck years
- Not enough data 6th of 8 for complaints
- Safety recalls
- 1 recall: check your VIN
- NHTSA crash rating
- Not rated
Owners have filed 3 complaints with NHTSA about the 2001 Volvo Volvo Truck. That ranks 6th out of 8 Volvo Truck model years for complaints. The most reported problem area is engine and engine cooling (1 complaints, 33%). There is 1 safety recall covering this model year.
- 3owner complaints
- 1safety recalls
- 0NHTSA investigations
- 0complaints mentioning a crash
Complaints are unverified owner reports and are not adjusted for sales volume.
Most common 2001 Volvo Volvo Truck 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Engine and Engine Cooling | 1 | 33% | — | — | — |
| Power Train | 1 | 33% | 5,000 | — | — |
| Suspension | 1 | 33% | — | — | — |
| Visibility | 1 | 33% | — | — | — |
One complaint can list several problem areas, so shares can add up to more than 100%.
Complaints by year received
2001 Volvo Volvo Truck recalls (1)
Tap a recall to see the problem, the risk and the fix.
Service brakes, air:antilock
Problem: Certain heavy duty class 8 vehicles fail to comply with federal motor vehicle safety standard no. 121, "air brake systems", s5.1.6.3, "antilock power for towed vehicles." electrical power for the trailer anti-lock braking system (abs) can be disrupted when a switch located on the vehicle instrument panel is activated to control lighting within the trailer.
Risk: If this condition occurs, the driver can lose of the towed vehicle, possibly resulting in a vehicle crash.
Fix: Dealers will install a wiring harness which will provide continuous electrical power to the trailer abs whenever the ignition switch is in the on or run position. Owner notification began april 29, 2002. Owners who take their vehicles to an authorized dealer on an agreed upon service date and do not receive the free remedy within a reasonable time should contact volvo trucks at 1-800-528-6586.
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.
Severe vibration driveline. *jb
(vehicle model: 770),windshield started a small crack in the right corner resulting in replacement. Also when attempting to stop the vehicle, the vehicle pulled hard to the left causing consumer to run into the back of the vehicle ahead. *jg
The vehicles oil cooler blew on two occasions causing transmission to be rebuilt. *jg
Other Volvo Volvo Truck years
← 2000 Volvo Truck · 2002 Volvo Truck →
| Year | Complaints | Recalls |
|---|---|---|
| 2002 Volvo Truck | 2 | 0 |
| 2001 | 3 | 1 |
| 2000 Volvo Truck | 7 | 2 |
| 1999 Volvo Truck | 12 | 1 |
| 1998 Volvo Truck | 13 | 3 |
| 1997 Volvo Truck | 3 | 3 |
| 1996 Volvo Truck | 5 | 3 |
| 1995 Volvo Truck | 10 | 1 |
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Frequently asked questions
What are the most common problems with the 2001 Volvo Volvo Truck?
Owners most often report engine and engine cooling, power train, suspension problems. The top one, engine and engine cooling, accounts for 1 complaint.
Was there a recall on the 2001 Volvo Volvo Truck?
Yes, 1 safety recall. Enter your VIN at NHTSA.gov to check whether the repairs were done on your car.
Was the 2001 Volvo Volvo Truck a good year?
Complaint data can't fully answer that, because counts aren't adjusted for sales. Compared with other Volvo Truck model years, the 2001 has too little data to compare. Always get a pre-purchase inspection and check the VIN for open recalls.