- 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
2012 Volvo VT Problems, complaints & recalls
Owners have filed 1 complaint about the 2012 Volvo VT with NHTSA, most often about the fuel system (1). It is covered by 1 recall, the latest in June 2013 for the clutch assembly. For comparison, the 2011 has 0 and the 2013 has 0.
NHTSA data checked
BFewer problems than a typical VT year, for its age
#360 most complained-about 2012 vehicle
- Complaints
- 1
- Recalls
- 1
- Crashes
- 0
- Fires
- 0
- Injuries
- 0
- Deaths
- 0
Most common 2012 Volvo VT problems
Share of all 1 complaints. One complaint can name more than one area. Tap an area for its complaints and recalls.
2012 Volvo VT recalls 1
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
What owners say
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1 complaints about the 2012 Volvo VT
Newest first, as filed with NHTSA by owners.
Tl* the contact operatated a 2012 volvo tractor for jordan carriers. The contact stated while driving approximately 55 mph, the fuel injector caused the truck to shake vigorously. The shaking would stop when vehicle was traveling at a speed of 35 mph or below. This failure continuously occurred. The vehicle had not been taken to a dealer. The manufacturer had not been notified. The vin was not available. The approximated failure mileage was 187,000.
Volvo VT: every year compared
All VT years2012 Volvo VT vs rivals
| Vehicle | Complaints | Recalls | Grade | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2012 Volvo VT | 1 | 1 | B | |
| 2012 Volvo S60 | 121 | 8 | F | Compare |
| 2012 Volvo C70 | 23 | 1 | D | Compare |
| 2012 Volvo C30 | 10 | 0 | C | Compare |
| 2012 Volvo S80 | 8 | 3 | B | Compare |
| 2012 Volvo VNL | 5 | 14 | F | 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 2012 Volvo VT
Does the 2012 Volvo VT have any recalls?
Yes - NHTSA lists 1 recall for the 2012 Volvo VT: clutch assembly (June 2013). 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 2012 Volvo VT?
By the complaints owners filed with NHTSA, the most common problem areas are the fuel system (1).
How many complaints has the 2012 Volvo VT had?
1 complaints have been filed with NHTSA, the first on March 21, 2014 and the latest on March 21, 2014. Of these, 0 describe a crash and 0 a fire, and together they report 0 injuries and 0 deaths.
Is the 2012 Volvo VT a reliable vehicle?
Its Safety Index is 67 out of 100 (grade B: fewer problems than a typical Volvo VT 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 VT years have the most complaints?
2006 (1), 2007 (1), 2012 (1). See every Volvo VT year compared.
What should I do if my 2012 Volvo VT 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