- The problem
- Volvo is recalling certain model year 2002-2013 VHD and VN trucks, manufactured from August 4, 2000, through June 22, 2012, and equipped with bench passenger seats. The seat belt d-ring weld may not be sufficient enough to meet the seat belt pull test. Therefore, these vehicles fail to conform to the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard No. 210, "Seat Belt Assembly Anchorages."
- The risk
- In the event of a crash, an insufficient seat belt weld may prevent the seat belt from properly restraining the occupant. This increases the risk of injury to the seat occupant.
- The fix
- Volvo Trucks of America will notify owners, and dealers will replace the suspected d-ring, free of change. The safety recall began on May 10, 2013. Owners may contact Volvo at 1-336-393-2000.
Vehicle safety record
2007 Volvo VN Problems, complaints & recalls
Owners have filed 3 complaints about the 2007 Volvo VN with NHTSA, most often about the engine & cooling (2) and the transmission & drivetrain (2). It is covered by 3 recalls, the latest in October 2012 for the seat belts. For comparison, the 2006 has 2 and the 2008 has 2.
NHTSA data checked
CAbout as many problems as a typical VN year, for its age
#321 most complained-about 2007 vehicle
- Complaints
- 3
- Recalls
- 3
- Crashes
- 0
- Fires
- 0
- Injuries
- 0
- Deaths
- 0
Most common 2007 Volvo VN problems
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2007 Volvo VN recalls 3
Recall repairs are free. Your dealer fixes them whether or not you bought the car there - check your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls to see if yours is done. What to do
- The problem
- Volvo trucks is recalling certain model year 2007 and 2009 vhd, model year 2006 through 2010 vn, and model year 2007 through 2009 vt trucks manufactured from november 7, 2005, through october 30, 2009, equipped with an air release fifth wheel. The inversion valve on the frame may be orientated where contaminants can enter the valve through the exhaust port. As a result, the brake valve may corrode.
- The risk
- Corrosion of the valve can cause it to malfunction, thereby adversely affecting braking performance and increasing the risk of a crash.
- The fix
- Dealers will inspect the inversion valve and replace as required. This service will be performed free of charge. The safety recall is expected to begin on or before february 18, 2011. Owners may contact volvo trucks at 1-800-528-6586.
- The problem
- On certain heavy duty class 8 trucks equipped with dana steering shafts, there is a potential that the steering shaft pinch bolt hole may be incorrectly located. The pinch bolt fits into a groove in the steering gear input shaft to ensure that the steering shaft does not separate from the steering gear if the pinch bolt comes loose.
- The risk
- This could potentially lead to steering shaft separation resulting in loss of control of the vehicle if the pinch bolt were to come loose increasing the risk of a crash.
- The fix
- Dealers will inspect the steering shaft and replace it as required free of charge. The recall began on august 28, 006. Owners may contact volvo trucks at 1-800-528-6586.
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3 complaints about the 2007 Volvo VN
Newest first, as filed with NHTSA by owners.
While driving on interstate 85 truck started making noise and coolant light came on. After opening hood notice fan dislodged and coolant completely gone from radiator. Called a repair shop who diagnosed the fan hub bearing had failed causing the fan to break then causing a chain reaction of other parts such as penetrating a hole in radiator and possibly turbo air tubes and other minor hoses and belts and replacement of fluids transmission and coolant. The total bill escalated to almost $7000.00 Dollars for which...
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it seemed to be over billed by the repair shop of about 2000.00 Dollars. This could of been prevented if a simple design of a brace to hold fan in place when fan hub fails. *Tr
Tl*the contact owns a 2007 volvo vn. While the vehicle was stopped he disengaged the clutch and the vehicle began to move forward. He applied pressure to the brake pedal but the vehicle continued to move forward until he shut the engine off. The vehicle was towed an authorized dealer where he was informed that the clutch spring broke and it was repaired. The failure did not recur. He also stated that the vehicle experienced three separate failures in which the engine turbo would fail. He experienced a loss of...
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engine power while driving on three occasions in which the vehicle was be taken to an authorized dealer to be repaired. The failure and current mileages were 253,000. Updated 12/15/10*lj updated 12/27/10
2007 Volvo conventional was struck by a tire while driving on the ohio turnpike. Consumer states that the tire came off another vehicle and then hit the truck. *Kb
Volvo VN: every year compared
All VN years2007 Volvo VN vs rivals
| Vehicle | Complaints | Recalls | Grade | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2007 Volvo VN | 3 | 3 | C | |
| 2007 Volvo XC90 | 38 | 2 | F | Compare |
| 2007 Volvo XC70 | 25 | 2 | F | Compare |
| 2007 Volvo S40 | 25 | 2 | C | Compare |
| 2007 Volvo S80 | 24 | 5 | C | Compare |
| 2007 Volvo S60 | 21 | 2 | C | Compare |
| 2007 Volvo C70 | 17 | 4 | D | Compare |
| 2007 Volvo VNL | 15 | 9 | F | Compare |
| 2007 Volvo V70 | 11 | 2 | C | Compare |
More sales usually means more complaints, so compare similar vehicles of the same year. The grade compares each vehicle with its own model's other years.
Questions about the 2007 Volvo VN
Does the 2007 Volvo VN have any recalls?
Yes - NHTSA lists 3 recalls for the 2007 Volvo VN: seat belts (October 2012); quick release valve (November 2010); shaft sector (April 2006). Recall repairs are free at any authorized dealer. Enter your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls to see whether yours has been fixed.
What are the most common problems with the 2007 Volvo VN?
By the complaints owners filed with NHTSA, the most common problem areas are the engine & cooling (2), transmission & drivetrain (2), wheels & tires (1).
How many complaints has the 2007 Volvo VN had?
3 complaints have been filed with NHTSA, the first on May 22, 2008 and the latest on February 9, 2014. Of these, 0 describe a crash and 0 a fire, and together they report 0 injuries and 0 deaths.
Is the 2007 Volvo VN a reliable vehicle?
Its Safety Index is 50 out of 100 (grade C: about as many problems as a typical Volvo VN year, for its age). The index weighs complaints, crashes, fires, injuries, deaths and recalls against how long the vehicle has been on the road, compared with the same model's other years. It is not a measure of every repair - read the complaints and owner experiences, and have any used vehicle inspected before you buy.
Which Volvo VN years have the most complaints?
2003 (3), 2007 (3), 2005 (2). See every Volvo VN year compared.
What should I do if my 2007 Volvo VN has a problem?
If it is a safety problem, stop driving it if it is unsafe and contact your dealer. Report it to NHTSA at nhtsa.gov/report-a-safety-problem - enough reports start investigations and recalls - and share your experience here so other owners know what to look for.
Source: U.S. National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) complaints and recalls, checked . Complaints are owners' own reports and are not verified. How we use the data