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2011 VOLVO VNM Safety Overview

The 2011 VOLVO VNM 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:

  • Trailer hitches:fifth wheel assembly
  • Visibility/wiper
  • Power train:clutch assembly

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 VNM owners to ensure ongoing reliability and safety on the road. Always consult an authorized dealer for official remedy repairs.

Latest Vehicle Recalls

2011 VOLVO VNM 15V643000

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.

Reported: 10/13/2015
2011 VOLVO VNM 13V349000

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.

Reported: 8/13/2013
2011 VOLVO VNM 13V268000

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.

Reported: 6/26/2013
2011 VOLVO VNM 12V036000

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.

Reported: 2/1/2012
2011 VOLVO VNM 11V460000

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.

Reported: 9/1/2011
2011 VOLVO VNM 10V492000

VOLVO IS RECALLING CERTAIN MODEL YEAR 2008-2011 VHD, VNL, VNM, AS WELL AS 2008-2010 VT VEHICLES F...

THE MISINFORMATION ON THESE LABELS COULD LEAD TO A VEHICLE OVERLOADING THAT CAN INCREASE RISK OF A CRASH.

NHTSA Recall 10V492000: THE MISINFORMATION ON THESE LABELS COULD LEAD TO A VEHICLE OVERLOADING THAT... Check affected vehicles and find your free remedy.

Reported: 10/12/2010

Recent Complaints

No complaints reported.