2013 Volvo Vnl recalls

14 safety recalls on file with NHTSA. Updated Nov 5, 2026.

This list covers the model year as a whole. Not every vehicle is affected by every recall; only the official NHTSA VIN lookup or a dealer can confirm yours.

All recalls

16V928000 · Volvo Trucks North AmericaService Brakes, Air recallIn the affected vehicles, incorrect software for controlling the electronic air dryer may result in oil and water contaminating…Brakes & stabilityFree software update5,547unitsDec 201616V467000 · Volvo Trucks North AmericaSteering recallThese vehicles are equipped with certain Meritor FF967 non-drive front steer axles that may have been incorrectly heat treated.Steering & suspensionFree replacement129unitsJun 201615V643000 · Volvo Trucks North AmericaTrailer Hitches recallThe affected trucks are equipped with Fontaine Ultra LT Fifth Wheel connectors, which, due to cumulative damage to the fifth…EquipmentFree replacement669unitsOct 201515V634000 · Volvo Trucks North AmericaElectrical System recallThe affected APUs have metal housings whose mounting points may crack and tear.ElectricalRepair101unitsOct 201515V524000 · Volvo Trucks North AmericaService Brakes recallIn the affected trucks, the trailer hand brake handle may not to return to the off position due to being restricted by the cut…Brakes & stabilityFree repair2,854unitsAug 201514V739000 · Volvo Trucks North AmericaPower Train recallThe affected trucks may fail to re-engage the vehicle drivetrain after using the Eco-Roll feature.Engine & powertrainFree software update6,234unitsNov 201414V740000 · Volvo Trucks North AmericaTires recallThe affected vehicles may experience premature tire failure during certain operating conditions such as high speeds, heavy load…TiresFree replacement115unitsNov 201414V356000 · Volvo Trucks North AmericaForward Collision Avoidance recallIn the affected vehicles, the active braking component of the enhanced cruise control can become disabled.Driver assistanceFree software update1,025unitsJun 201414V139000 · Volvo Trucks North AmericaEngine And Engine Cooling recallCondensation in the intake manifold may freeze during cold weather conditions and interfere with the proper operation of the…Engine & powertrainFree software update426unitsMar 201413V366000 · Volvo Trucks North AmericaPower Train recallThe driveshaft is too weak for this application and may fail.Engine & powertrainFree replacement381unitsAug 201313V268000 · Volvo Trucks North AmericaPower Train recallThe affected vehicles were built without a redundant clutch disengagement switch.Engine & powertrainRepair23KunitsJun 201313V152000 · Volvo Trucks North AmericaParking Brake recallThese vehicles are equipped with an MGM Type 24 J-series piston parking brake chamber.Brakes & stabilityFree replacement701unitsApr 201313V102000 · Volvo Trucks North AmericaElectrical System recallThe remote battery disconnect switch was manufactured with incorrect hardware allowing the cables to loosen.ElectricalReplacement5,207unitsMar 201312V036000 · Volvo Trucks North AmericaService Brakes, Air recallVolvo is recalling certain model year 2011-2012 vhd and model year 2011-2013 vnl and vnm vehicles, manufactured from december 2…Brakes & stabilityFree repair22KunitsFeb 2012