- The problem
- Volvo Trucks North America (Volvo) is recalling certain 2018-2021 VNL and VNR buses. The Gross Axle Weight Rating (GAWR) for the rear drive axles stated on the Federal Certification Label exceeds the rating of the wheel hubs. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of 49 CFR Part 567, "Certification."
- The risk
- If the rear axles are overloaded, over time the wheel hubs may fail prematurely, increasing the risk of a crash.
- The fix
- Volvo will notify owners and send corrected replacement labels, free of charge. The recall began August 18, 2020. Owners may contact Volvo customer service at 1-800-528-6586. Volvo's number for this recall is RVXX2002.
Vehicle safety record
2018 Volvo VNR Problems, complaints & recalls
No owner complaints about the 2018 Volvo VNR have been filed with NHTSA. It is covered by 2 recalls, the latest in July 2020 for the labels.
NHTSA data checked
AFar fewer problems than a typical VNR year, for its age
- Complaints
- 0
- Recalls
- 2
- Crashes
- 0
- Fires
- 0
- Injuries
- 0
- Deaths
- 0
2018 Volvo VNR recalls 2
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 Trucks) is recalling certain 2018-2020 VAH, VHD, VNL, and VNR vehicles. The fuse in the transmission circuit may blow, preventing the transmission from shifting.
- The risk
- If the fuse blows the transmission may not shift, increasing the risk of a crash.
- The fix
- Volvo Trucks will notify owners, and dealers will inspect and replace the fuse, if necessary, free of charge. The recall began August 7, 2019. Owners may contact Volvo Trucks customer service at 1-800-528-6586. Volvo Truck's number for this recall is RVXX1903.
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Volvo VNR: every year compared
All VNR years2018 Volvo VNR vs rivals
| Vehicle | Complaints | Recalls | Grade | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2018 Volvo VNR | 0 | 2 | A | |
| 2018 Volvo S90 T5 | 12 | 0 | - | Compare |
| 2018 Volvo S90 T6 | 12 | 0 | D | Compare |
| 2018 Volvo S90 T8 | 12 | 0 | - | Compare |
| 2018 Volvo V90CC | 7 | 1 | D | Compare |
| 2018 Volvo S60 | 4 | 1 | A | Compare |
| 2018 Volvo V90 T5 | 2 | 0 | - | Compare |
| 2018 Volvo V90 T6 | 2 | 0 | - | Compare |
| 2018 Volvo V60 | 1 | 2 | B | 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 2018 Volvo VNR
Does the 2018 Volvo VNR have any recalls?
Yes - NHTSA lists 2 recalls for the 2018 Volvo VNR: labels (July 2020); fuses and circuit breakers (July 2019). 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 2018 Volvo VNR had?
None have been filed with NHTSA so far.
Is the 2018 Volvo VNR a reliable vehicle?
Its Safety Index is 87 out of 100 (grade A: far fewer problems than a typical Volvo VNR 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.
What should I do if my 2018 Volvo VNR 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