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2009 VOLVO VT Safety Overview

The 2009 VOLVO VT has been closely monitored for safety issues.

Official NHTSA Recalls

The NHTSA has issued 5 official safety recalls for this vehicle. Key affected components include:

  • Suspension:front:control arm:upper ball joint
  • Power train:clutch assembly
  • Service brakes, air:supply:quick release valve

Severe Defect Warnings

Notably, some of these defects carry severe risks, such as failure of the ball joint may cause separation of the socket and a complete loss of steering, 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 VT owners to ensure ongoing reliability and safety on the road. Always consult an authorized dealer for official remedy repairs.

Latest Vehicle Recalls

2009 VOLVO VT 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
2009 VOLVO VT 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
2009 VOLVO VT 10V571000

VOLVO TRUCKS IS RECALLING CERTAIN MODEL YEAR 2007 AND 2009 VHD, MODEL YEAR 2006 THROUGH 2010 VN, ...

CORROSION OF THE VALVE CAN CAUSE IT TO MALFUNCTION, THEREBY ADVERSELY AFFECTING BRAKING PERFORMANCE AND INCREASING THE RISK OF A CRASH.

NHTSA Recall 10V571000: CORROSION OF THE VALVE CAN CAUSE IT TO MALFUNCTION, THEREBY ADVERSELY... Check affected vehicles and find your free remedy.

Reported: 11/12/2010
2009 VOLVO VT 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
2009 VOLVO VT 10V359000

VOLVO TRUCKS IS RECALLING CERTAIN MODEL YEAR 2009-2010 VNL, VT, AND 780 TRUCKS MANUFACTURED FROM...

THE UPPER WINDOW HINGES MAY FAIL AND ALLOW THE GLASS TO FALL OUT OF THE WINDOW FRAME CREATING A ROAD HAZARD AND INCREASING THE RISK OF A CRASH.

NHTSA Recall 10V359000: THE UPPER WINDOW HINGES MAY FAIL AND ALLOW THE GLASS TO FALL OUT OF THE... Check affected vehicles and find your free remedy.

Reported: 8/3/2010

Recent Complaints

No complaints reported.