2016 Volvo Vnm recalls

5 safety recalls on file with NHTSA, including 1 with a do-not-drive warning. 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

17V536000 · Volvo Trucks North AmericaSteering recallThe castellated nut on the steer axles may not be properly torqued, allowing the tie rod to loosen.Steering & suspensionFree replacement470unitsAug 201716V928000 · 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 201616V095000 · Volvo Trucks North AmericaSuspension recallThe affected vehicles are equipped with USK non-greasable drag links that may experience corrosion of the ball joints due to the…Steering & suspensionFree replacement2,053unitsFeb 201616V097000 · Volvo Trucks North AmericaSteering recallThe trucks may have been manufactured without a roll pin on the steering shafts.Do not driveSteering & suspensionFree repair18KunitsFeb 201615V274000 · Volvo Trucks North AmericaEngine And Engine Cooling recallExcessive engine crankcase pressures may cause the 90-degree elbow of the vent tube assembly to detach from the crankcase…Engine & powertrainFree software update185unitsMay 2015