- The problem
- Volvo Trucks North America (Volvo) is recalling certain model year 2007-2014 VAH, VHD, VNL, VNM, and VT models. The affected vehicles were built without a redundant clutch disengagement switch. Without a redundant switch, a loss of signal from the brake air pressure switch can prevent the clutch from automatically disengaging when the brake is applied.
- The risk
- 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.
- The fix
- Volvo Trucks will notify owners and dealers will inspect and repair the vehicles if necessary. The recall began on August 26, 2013. Volvo's recall number is RVXX1303. Owners may contact Volvo at 1-336-393-2000.
Vehicle safety record
2007 Volvo VNM Problems, complaints & recalls
Owners have filed 4 complaints about the 2007 Volvo VNM with NHTSA, most often about the airbags (2) and the electrical system (1). Those complaints describe 3 crashes and 1 injury. It is covered by 8 recalls, the latest in June 2013 for the clutch assembly. For comparison, the 2006 has 1 and the 2008 has 1.
NHTSA data checked
FFar more problems than a typical VNM year, for its age
#289 most complained-about 2007 vehicle
- Complaints
- 4
- Recalls
- 8
- Crashes
- 3
- Fires
- 0
- Injuries
- 1
- Deaths
- 0
Most common 2007 Volvo VNM problems
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2007 Volvo VNM recalls 8
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 127,764 my 2001-2008 vhd, vnl, vnm, and my 2005-2008 vt trucks. A seal may fail allowing water and contaminants to seep into the windshield wiper motor.
- The risk
- If this happens a short circuit may occur, which over time could possibly lead to a vehicle fire.
- The fix
- Volvo will replace the wiper motor free of charge. Since this recall involves a large number of vehicles, volvo will release the recall in stages as parts are received. Priority will be given to the vehicles located in the regions/states that have a corrosive environment. The recall began on september 30, 2009. Owners may contact volvo trucks at 1-800-528-6586.
- The problem
- On certain heavy duty trucks, the circuit protection (i.E. Automatic circuit breakers) used to protect the vehicle lighting system may not provide adequate protection.
- The risk
- If a short circuit occurs and is left untreated, components and wiring may be subject to overheating which could possibly result in a vehicle fire.
- The fix
- Dealers will replace the circuit breakers with fuses. The recall began on february 25, 2008. Owners may contact volvo trucks at 1-800-528-6586.
- The problem
- On certain trucks equipped with a saf holland simplex fifth wheel, the lever arm pivot bolt may have been over tightened. An over tightened pivot bolt can distort the pivot bolt spacer sleeve, which may prevent the fifth wheel latch jaw from closing and latching securely around the trailer king pin.
- The risk
- There is a possibility that the pivot bolt can become loose without the driver's knowledge. When this occurs, the driver could drive away and the trailer could become disengaged, increasing the risk of a crash.
- The fix
- Dealers will replace the pivot bolt and sleeve with a hex head shoulder bolt and washer free of charge. The recall began on january 28, 2008. Owners may contact volvo trucks at 1-800-528-6586.
- The problem
- On certain trucks, an unprotected lead in the thermoswitch of the heater may make contact with another post possibly creating a short circuit, which can result in continuous operation of the heating element.
- The risk
- If the condition exists and the key is left on without fuel in the filter, the heating element may heat to a point where a flame becomes present at the tip of the element which could result in a vehicle fire.
- The fix
- Dealers will inspect the thermoswitch and will replace it if necessary. The recall began on september 10, 2007. Owners may contact volvo trucks at 1-800-528-6586.
- The problem
- On certain trucks, the nut used to retain the steering shaft may or may not be a lock nut that has the locking feature. A lock nut is required to provide additional resistance to ensure that the nut does not come loose.
- The risk
- If the nut were to come loose, the steering shaft could potentially separate resulting in loss of steering control which could cause a crash.
- The fix
- Dealers will replace the steering shaft pinch bolts and locknuts free of charge. The recall began on august 24, 2007. Owners may contact volvo trucks at 1-800-528-6586.
- The problem
- On certain trucks, the axle housings may have been manufactured with steel that was out of specification which could result in a fatigue failure over time.
- The risk
- If a fatigue failure occurs and is left unattended, the axle may lock up or the end of the axle could come off, which may result in a vehicle crash.
- The fix
- Dealers will repair and inspect the axles and replace them free of charge. The recall began on april 9, 2007. Owners may contact volvo trucks at 1-800-528-6586.
- The problem
- On certain trucks equipped with arvinmeritor rpl20 high angle interaxle driveshafts, an improper seated or missing snap ring can result in the bearing cup to separate from the slip yoke sub-assembly. The universal joint cross could then contact the slip yoke casting and eventually cause the ear work to fracture.
- The risk
- This could result in additional damage to the driveline, the vehicle to which it is attached and ay additional nearby objects.
- The fix
- Dealers will inspect the driveshafts and replace them as needed. The recall began on october 23, 2006. Owners may contact volvo trucks at 1-800-528-6586.
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4 complaints about the 2007 Volvo VNM
Newest first, as filed with NHTSA by owners.
Consumer writes in regards to two head on collisions and problem with airbag deployment *tgw the consumer stated the collisions involved two different volvo tractors.
Tl* contact owns a 2007 volvo vnm670. The contact stated that the vehicle was involved in a crashed and the air bags failed to deploy. The driver sustained minor injuries. A police report was filed. The dealer was made aware of the failure. The manufacturer was not notified of the failure. The vehicle was destroyed. The vin was not available. The failure and current mileage was 450,000.
I was driving a 2007 volvo vnm for yrcw trucking co. I did all the appropriate safety checks and after 140 miles driving,when I slowed to 5mph to pass through the ezpass lane at lakawana ny, the fifth wheel released and dropped the trailers in the roadway. Somehow the air release was activated and opened the fifth wheel jaws of the fifth wheel. *Tr
2007 Volvo vnm conventional stalled on the highway. *Bf when the truck stalled, the driver panicked and abruptly turned his vehicle and stuck the lane extender. Ohio traffic crash report # 10-0289-91 updated 05/03/10 *bf
Volvo VNM: every year compared
All VNM years2007 Volvo VNM vs rivals
| Vehicle | Complaints | Recalls | Grade | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2007 Volvo VNM | 4 | 8 | F | |
| 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 VNM
Does the 2007 Volvo VNM have any recalls?
Yes - NHTSA lists 8 recalls for the 2007 Volvo VNM: clutch assembly (June 2013); motor (May 2009); fuses and circuit breakers (December 2007); fifth wheel assembly (October 2007) and more. 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 VNM?
By the complaints owners filed with NHTSA, the most common problem areas are the airbags (2), electrical system (1), equipment & accessories (1).
How many complaints has the 2007 Volvo VNM had?
4 complaints have been filed with NHTSA, the first on March 22, 2010 and the latest on September 24, 2012. Of these, 3 describe a crash and 0 a fire, and together they report 1 injury and 0 deaths.
Is the 2007 Volvo VNM a reliable vehicle?
Its Safety Index is 21 out of 100 (grade F: far more problems than a typical Volvo VNM 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 VNM years have the most complaints?
2007 (4), 2009 (3), 2005 (1). See every Volvo VNM year compared.
What should I do if my 2007 Volvo VNM 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