2012 VOLVO VNL Safety Overview
The 2012 VOLVO VNL has been closely monitored for safety issues.
Official NHTSA Recalls
The NHTSA has issued 14 official safety recalls for this vehicle. Key affected components include:
- Trailer hitches:fifth wheel assembly
- Electrical system
- Service brakes
Severe Defect Warnings
Notably, some of these defects carry severe risks, such as if the fifth wheel and locking mechanism are sufficiently damaged, the locking mechanism may fail to operate as intended and the trailer may unexpectedly detach from the tractor, increasing the risk of a crash.
Consumer Complaints
To date, there have been no consumer complaints filed with the NHTSA for this model year.
Why It Matters
Staying informed about these safety records is critical for VOLVO VNL owners to ensure ongoing reliability and safety on the road. Always consult an authorized dealer for official remedy repairs.
Latest Vehicle Recalls
Volvo Trucks North America (Volvo) is recalling certain model year 2011-2013 VNL and VNM trucks m...
If the fifth wheel and locking mechanism are sufficiently damaged, the locking mechanism may fail to operate as intended and the trailer may unexpectedly detach from the tractor, increasing the risk of a crash.
NHTSA Recall 15V643000: If the fifth wheel and locking mechanism are sufficiently damaged, the... Check affected vehicles and find your free remedy.
Volvo Trucks North America (Volvo) is recalling certain model year 2012-2014 Volvo VNL trucks man...
If the mounting points crack and tear or the attaching bolts loosen or fail, the power unit may detach from the truck, becoming a road hazard and increasing the risk of a crash.
NHTSA Recall 15V634000: If the mounting points crack and tear or the attaching bolts loosen or... Check affected vehicles and find your free remedy.
Volvo Trucks North America (Volvo) is recalling certain model year 2012-2015 VNL and VNM trucks m...
If the brake handle does return to the off position, the trailer service brakes may drag causing the wheel end to overheat and potentially cause a wheel end fire or tire blowout. Either condition increases the risk of a crash.
NHTSA Recall 15V524000: If the brake handle does return to the off position, the trailer service... Check affected vehicles and find your free remedy.
Volvo Trucks North America (Volvo) is recalling certain model year 2012, 2014-2015 VHD, 2012-2015...
If the drivetrain does not re-engage, the vehicle's stopping distance may be lengthened, increasing the risk of a crash.
NHTSA Recall 14V739000: If the drivetrain does not re-engage, the vehicle's stopping distance may... Check affected vehicles and find your free remedy.
Volvo Trucks North America (Volvo) is recalling certain model year 2011-2014 VAH and VNL trucks m...
Premature tire failure could increase the risk of a vehicle crash.
NHTSA Recall 14V740000: Premature tire failure could increase the risk of a vehicle crash. Check affected vehicles and find your free remedy.
Volvo Trucks of North America (Volvo) is recalling certain model year 2011-2015 VNL and 2014-2015...
If the active braking feature becomes disabled, the vehicle may not automatically activate the brakes as intended when the enhanced cruise control system is in use, thereby increasing the risk of a crash.
NHTSA Recall 14V356000: If the active braking feature becomes disabled, the vehicle may not... Check affected vehicles and find your free remedy.
Volvo Trucks North America (Volvo) is recalling certain model year 2011-2012 VAH, VHD, VNL, and V...
Inoperable wipers may result in poor driver visibility, increasing the risk of a crash.
NHTSA Recall 13V349000: Inoperable wipers may result in poor driver visibility, increasing the risk... Check affected vehicles and find your free remedy.
Volvo Trucks North America (Volvo) is recalling certain model year 2007-2014 VAH, VHD, VNL, VNM, ...
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.
NHTSA Recall 13V268000: Without a signal to disengage the clutch when the brakes are applied, the... Check affected vehicles and find your free remedy.
Volvo Trucks North America (Volvo) is recalling certain model year 2011-2013 VHD and VNL vehicles...
Overheated brake components could result in a fire.
NHTSA Recall 13V152000: Overheated brake components could result in a fire. Check affected vehicles and find your free remedy.
Volvo is recalling certain model year 2012-2014 VHD, VNL, and VNM trucks, manufactured from April...
Loose or chafed cables may lead to overheating of the battery cable and switch which may result in a fire.
NHTSA Recall 13V102000: Loose or chafed cables may lead to overheating of the battery cable and... Check affected vehicles and find your free remedy.
VOLVO IS RECALLING CERTAIN MODEL YEAR 2011-2012 VHD AND MODEL YEAR 2011-2013 VNL AND VNM VEHICLES...
INADVERTENT BRAKE APPLICATION CAN CAUSE THE BRAKES TO OVERHEAT AND LEAD TO A FIRE. INADVERTENT BRAKE APPLICATION CAN CAUSE THE WHEELS TO LOCK-UP LEADING THE DRIVER TO LOSE CONTROL OF THE VEHICLE, INCREASING THE RISK OF A CRASH.
NHTSA Recall 12V036000: INADVERTENT BRAKE APPLICATION CAN CAUSE THE BRAKES TO OVERHEAT AND LEAD TO... Check affected vehicles and find your free remedy.
VOLVO TRUCKS IS RECALLING CERTAIN MODEL YEAR 2011-2012 VNL AND VNM TRUCKS MANUFACTURED FROM MAY 1...
IF THE DRIVER DRIVES AWAY WITH A TRAILER THAT IS NOT PROPERLY COUPLED, THE TRAILER CAN COME LOOSE AND POTENTIALLY RESULT IN A VEHICLE CRASH.
NHTSA Recall 11V460000: IF THE DRIVER DRIVES AWAY WITH A TRAILER THAT IS NOT PROPERLY COUPLED, THE... Check affected vehicles and find your free remedy.
VOLVO TRUCKS IS RECALLING CERTAIN MODEL YEAR 2012 VHD, VNL, AND VNM TRUCKS EQUIPPED WITH A MERITO...
THIS CAN RESULT IN SEAM WELD FRACTURE WHEN TORQUE IS APPLIED. ONCE THE TUBE SEAM WELD IS FRACTURED, THE DRIVELINE MAY BECOME INOPERABLE, WHICH MAY RESULT IN A DISABLED VEHICLE OR DEBRIS FROM THE DRIVELINE FALLING ONTO THE ROADWAY, BOTH OF WHICH CAN INCREASE THE RISK OF A CRASH.
NHTSA Recall 11V294000: THIS CAN RESULT IN SEAM WELD FRACTURE WHEN TORQUE IS APPLIED. Check affected vehicles and find your free remedy.
VOLVO TRUCKS IS RECALLING CERTAIN MODEL YEAR 2011-2012 VHD, VNL, AND MODEL YEAR 2012 VNM TRUCKS M...
SLACK ADJUSTERS WITH THIS FLOW NOTCH COULD CRACK UNDER NORMAL BRAKING CONDITIONS CAUSING LOSS OF BRAKING WHICH COULD RESULT IN A VEHICLE CRASH.
NHTSA Recall 11V265000: SLACK ADJUSTERS WITH THIS FLOW NOTCH COULD CRACK UNDER NORMAL BRAKING... Check affected vehicles and find your free remedy.
Recent Complaints
No complaints reported.