- The problem
- Volvo Trucks North America (Volvo) is recalling certain 2016 Volvo VNL and VNM trucks equipped with certain Dana Spicer D-Series and E-Series steer axles. The castellated nut on the steer axles may not be properly torqued, allowing the tie rod to loosen.
- The risk
- If the tie rod loosens, it may disconnect from the steering knuckle, causing a complete loss of steering, increasing the risk of a crash.
- The fix
- Volvo will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the torque of the castellated nut and tie rod, tightening it as necessary. If the tie rod stud and knuckle on units cannot be sufficiently torqued, the dealer will replace the knuckle and tie rod end assembly, free of charge. The recall began on October 17, 2017. Owners may contact Volvo customer service at 1-800-528-6586. Volvo's number for this recall is RVXX1702.
Vehicle safety record
2016 Volvo VNM Problems, complaints & recalls
No owner complaints about the 2016 Volvo VNM have been filed with NHTSA. It is covered by 5 recalls, the latest in August 2017 for the steering.
NHTSA data checked
CAbout as many problems as a typical VNM year, for its age
- Complaints
- 0
- Recalls
- 5
- Crashes
- 0
- Fires
- 0
- Injuries
- 0
- Deaths
- 0
2016 Volvo VNM recalls 5
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 North America (Volvo) is recalling certain model year 2013-2017 VNL and VNM trucks and certain model year 2017 VNX trucks. In the affected vehicles, incorrect software for controlling the electronic air dryer may result in oil and water contaminating the brake system.
- The risk
- If the brake system becomes contaminated, braking performance could be affected, increasing the risk of a crash.
- The fix
- Volvo will notify owners, and dealers will reprogram the vehicle control module and replace the air dryer filter, free of charge. The recall began on February 16, 2017. Owners may contact Volvo customer service at 1-800-528-6586. Volvo's number for this recall is RVXX1608.
- The problem
- Volvo Trucks North America (Volvo) is recalling certain model year 2009-2010 VT trucks manufactured from April 9, 2008, through September 24, 2009, and certain 2016 model VNL and VNM trucks manufactured from January 2, 2015, through to November 6, 2015. The affected vehicles are equipped with USK non-greasable drag links that may experience corrosion of the ball joints due to the seals being compromised, possibly resulting in accelerated wear and failure of the ball joint.
- The risk
- Failure of the ball joint may cause separation of the socket and a complete loss of steering, increasing the risk of a crash.
- The fix
- Volvo will notify owners, and dealers will replace the drag links, free of charge. The recall began on April 21, 2016. Owners may contact Volvo customer service at 1-800-528-6586. Volvo's number for this recall is RVXX1601. Note: This recall is an expansion of a previous recall 15V-651.
Do not drive
- The problem
- Volvo Trucks North America (Volvo) is recalling certain model year 2016-2017 VNL, VNX, and VNM trucks manufactured from May 11, 2015, through April 18, 2016. The trucks may have been manufactured without a roll pin on the steering shafts. If the roll pin is missing, the lower steering shaft may disconnect from the junction block. Also, the bolt connecting the upper steering shaft to the lower steering shaft may not have been properly tightened. Either condition can lead to separation of the steering shaft.
- The risk
- Separation of the steering shaft will result in complete loss of steering which may lead to a vehicle crash.
- The fix
- Volvo is strongly recommending that the affected vehicles not be driven until the interim remedy is applied. An interim notice was sent to Volvo owners on March 16, 2016, and an interim repair is available now. A second notice was mailed on May 13, 2016. The final remedy is now available. Both remedies are free of charge. Owners may contact Volvo customer service at 1-877-800-4945 opt #1. Volvo's recall numbers for this campaign are RVXX1602 and RVXX1603. This recall supersedes safety recall 15V-786.
- The problem
- Volvo Trucks North America (Volvo) is recalling certain model year 2012-2016 VNM trucks manufactured March 21, 2011, to April 30, 2015. Excessive engine crankcase pressures may cause the 90-degree elbow of the vent tube assembly to detach from the crankcase ventilation breather, possibly allowing engine oil to come into contact with hot surfaces.
- The risk
- If engine oil comes into contact with a hot surface, there could be an increased risk of a fire.
- The fix
- Volvo will notify owners, and dealers will secure the ends of the 90-degree elbow. In addition, the electronic control module (ECM) will be reprogrammed with software that can adjust the engine output under misfire conditions to limit crankcase pressures. These repairs will be performed free of charge. The recall began on June 12, 2015. Owners may contact Volvo customer service at 1-800-528-6586. Volvo's number for this recall is RVXX1502.
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Volvo VNM: every year compared
All VNM years2016 Volvo VNM vs rivals
| Vehicle | Complaints | Recalls | Grade | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2016 Volvo VNM | 0 | 5 | C | |
| 2016 Volvo V60 CC | 48 | 0 | F | Compare |
| 2016 Volvo S60 | 28 | 4 | C | Compare |
| 2016 Volvo S60CC | 27 | 2 | F | Compare |
| 2016 Volvo S60I | 26 | 1 | F | Compare |
| 2016 Volvo V60 | 14 | 4 | D | Compare |
| 2016 Volvo VNL | 12 | 6 | D | Compare |
| 2016 Volvo S80 | 6 | 2 | A | Compare |
| 2016 Volvo 780 | 2 | 0 | C | Compare |
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Questions about the 2016 Volvo VNM
Does the 2016 Volvo VNM have any recalls?
Yes - NHTSA lists 5 recalls for the 2016 Volvo VNM: steering (August 2017); service brakes, air (December 2016); upper ball joint (February 2016); steering (February 2016) and more. Recall repairs are free at any authorized dealer. Enter your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls to see whether yours has been fixed.
How many complaints has the 2016 Volvo VNM had?
None have been filed with NHTSA so far.
Is the 2016 Volvo VNM a reliable vehicle?
Its Safety Index is 50 out of 100 (grade C: about as many problems as 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 2016 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