2012 Volvo VT Problems, Complaints & Recalls
- Compared with other VT years
- Not enough data 1st of 15 for complaints
- Safety recalls
- 1 recall: check your VIN
- NHTSA crash rating
- Not rated
Owners have filed 1 complaint with NHTSA about the 2012 Volvo VT. That is the most of any VT model year in the database (15 years). The most reported problem area is fuel/propulsion system (1 complaints, 100%), typically at around 187,000 miles. There is 1 safety recall covering this model year. NHTSA has opened 1 defect investigation involving it.
- 1owner complaints
- 1safety recalls
- 1NHTSA investigations
- 0complaints mentioning a crash
Complaints are unverified owner reports and are not adjusted for sales volume.
Most common 2012 Volvo VT 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Fuel/propulsion System | 1 | 100% | 187,000 | — | — |
One complaint can list several problem areas, so shares can add up to more than 100%.
2012 Volvo VT recalls (1)
Tap a recall to see the problem, the risk and the fix.
Power train:clutch assembly
Problem: Volvo Trucks North America (Volvo) is recalling certain model year 2007-2014 VAH, VHD, VNL, VNM, and VT models. The affected vehicles were built without a redundant clutch disengagement switch. Without a redundant switch, a loss of signal from the brake air pressure switch can prevent the clutch from automatically disengaging when the brake is applied.
Risk: Without a signal to disengage the clutch when the brakes are applied, the distance required to stop the truck may lengthen, increasing the risk of a crash.
Fix: Volvo Trucks will notify owners and dealers will inspect and repair the vehicles if necessary. The recall began on August 26, 2013. Volvo's recall number is RVXX1303. Owners may contact Volvo at 1-336-393-2000.
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.
NHTSA defect investigations
- Discrepancies in Required CFR Reporting (AQ18005) — opened Oct 22, 2018, closed Aug 4, 2023.
Recent owner reports
Short excerpts of the latest complaints filed with NHTSA, with personal details removed. Full reports can be searched on NHTSA.gov.
Tl* the contact operatated a 2012 volvo tractor for jordan carriers. The contact stated while driving approximately 55 mph, the fuel injector caused the truck to shake vigorously. The shaking would stop when vehicle was traveling at a speed of 35 mph or below. This failure continuously occurred…
Other Volvo VT years
| Year | Complaints | Recalls |
|---|---|---|
| 2016 VT | 0 | 0 |
| 2015 VT | 0 | 0 |
| 2014 VT | 0 | 1 |
| 2013 VT | 0 | 1 |
| 2012 | 1 | 1 |
| 2011 VT | 0 | 1 |
| 2010 VT | 0 | 4 |
| 2009 VT | 0 | 5 |
| 2008 VT | 0 | 11 |
| 2007 VT | 1 | 9 |
| 2006 VT | 1 | 1 |
| 2005 VT | 0 | 3 |
| 2004 VT | 0 | 0 |
| 2003 VT | 0 | 0 |
| 2002 VT | 0 | 0 |
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Frequently asked questions
What are the most common problems with the 2012 Volvo VT?
Owners most often report fuel/propulsion system problems. The top one, fuel/propulsion system, accounts for 1 complaint.
Was there a recall on the 2012 Volvo VT?
Yes, 1 safety recall. Enter your VIN at NHTSA.gov to check whether the repairs were done on your car.
Was the 2012 Volvo VT a good year?
Complaint data can't fully answer that, because counts aren't adjusted for sales. Compared with other VT model years, the 2012 has too little data to compare. Always get a pre-purchase inspection and check the VIN for open recalls.