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2016 VOLVO VNL Safety Overview

The 2016 VOLVO VNL has been closely monitored for safety issues.

Official NHTSA Recalls

The NHTSA has issued 6 official safety recalls for this vehicle. Key affected components include:

  • Engine and engine cooling:engine:diesel
  • Steering
  • Service brakes, air

Severe Defect Warnings

Notably, some of these defects carry severe risks, such as if the fuel line bursts, fuel may leak onto the road resulting in a roadway hazard for other motorists.

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

2016 VOLVO VNL 18V668000

Volvo Trucks North America (Volvo) is recalling certain 2016-2019 Volvo VNL trucks equipped with ...

If the fuel line bursts, fuel may leak onto the road resulting in a roadway hazard for other motorists. The engine may also stall without warning, resulting in the vehicle's inability to restart, increasing the risk of a crash.

NHTSA Recall 18V668000: If the fuel line bursts, fuel may leak onto the road resulting in a roadway... Check affected vehicles and find your free remedy.

Reported: 9/25/2018
2016 VOLVO VNL 17V536000

Volvo Trucks North America (Volvo) is recalling certain 2016 Volvo VNL and VNM trucks equipped wi...

If the tie rod loosens, it may disconnect from the steering knuckle, causing a complete loss of steering, increasing the risk of a crash.

NHTSA Recall 17V536000: If the tie rod loosens, it may disconnect from the steering knuckle... Check affected vehicles and find your free remedy.

Reported: 8/29/2017
2016 VOLVO VNL 16V928000

Volvo Trucks North America (Volvo) is recalling certain model year 2013-2017 VNL and VNM trucks a...

If the brake system becomes contaminated, braking performance could be affected, increasing the risk of a crash.

NHTSA Recall 16V928000: If the brake system becomes contaminated, braking performance could be... Check affected vehicles and find your free remedy.

Reported: 12/22/2016
2016 VOLVO VNL 16V095000

Volvo Trucks North America (Volvo) is recalling certain model year 2009-2010 VT trucks manufactur...

Failure of the ball joint may cause separation of the socket and a complete loss of steering, increasing the risk of a crash.

NHTSA Recall 16V095000: Failure of the ball joint may cause separation of the socket and a complete... Check affected vehicles and find your free remedy.

Reported: 2/19/2016
2016 VOLVO VNL 16V097000

Volvo Trucks North America (Volvo) is recalling certain model year 2016-2017 VNL, VNX, and VNM tr...

Separation of the steering shaft will result in complete loss of steering which may lead to a vehicle crash.

NHTSA Recall 16V097000: Separation of the steering shaft will result in complete loss of steering... Check affected vehicles and find your free remedy.

Reported: 2/17/2016
2016 VOLVO VNL 15V026000

Volvo Trucks North America (Volvo) is recalling certain model year 2015 and 2016 VNX and VNL truc...

If the diaphragm is not completely attached, there may be internal leakage from the service section past the diaphragm, potentially trapping air pressure in the parking brake section. This air pressure in turn, if not vented, may prevent full release of the actuator unit, and may induce brake drag and may result in overheated wheelend service brakes, increasing the risk of a fire.

NHTSA Recall 15V026000: If the diaphragm is not completely attached, there may be internal leakage... Check affected vehicles and find your free remedy.

Reported: 1/22/2015

Recent Complaints

No complaints reported.