- The problem
- On certain heavy-duty class 8 vehicles, the body builder wiring option was mis-wired in such a way that the auto neutral with service brake status option may allow the transmission to go into forward gear without the driver's foot pressing down on the brake pedal first.
- The risk
- Unintended movement of the vehicle could put persons in danger inside and outside the vehicle.
- The fix
- Volvo trucks will notify its customers and install an additional air operated stop light switch and the necessary wiring changes. Owner notification is expected to begin during september 2003. Owners who take their vehicles to an authorized dealer on an agreed upon service date and do not receive the free remedy within a reasonable time should contact at 1-800-528-6586.
Vehicle safety record
2003 Volvo Wxll Problems, complaints & recalls
Owners have filed 1 complaint about the 2003 Volvo Wxll with NHTSA, most often about the brakes (1). Those complaints describe 1 crash and 1 death. It is covered by 2 recalls, the latest in August 2003 for the automatic transmission. For comparison, the 2002 has 0 and the 2004 has 0.
NHTSA data checked
DMore problems than a typical Wxll year, for its age
#427 most complained-about 2003 vehicle
- Complaints
- 1
- Recalls
- 2
- Crashes
- 1
- Fires
- 0
- Injuries
- 0
- Deaths
- 1
Most common 2003 Volvo Wxll problems
Share of all 1 complaints. One complaint can name more than one area. Tap an area for its complaints and recalls.
2003 Volvo Wxll 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
- On certain transit buses equipped with cummins westport b gas plus or c gas plus 6 cylinder engines, the electronic control module calibration may not correctly detect a throttle plate actuator failure that could result in an uncommanded open throttle condition.
- The risk
- If this event occurs, the vehicle operator will not have control of the engine speed which could possibly result in a vehicle crash.
- The fix
- Dealers will replace the electronic control module calibration free of charge. Owners who take their vehicles to an authorized dealer on an agreed upon service date and do not receive the free remedy within a reasonable time should contact cummins customer assistance center at 1-800-343-7357 or volvo truck at 1-800-528-6586.
What owners say
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1 complaints about the 2003 Volvo Wxll
Newest first, as filed with NHTSA by owners.
Fatal collision inolving trash truck into a tree. Potential vehicle defect contributed to death of passenger.*Ak
Volvo Wxll: every year compared
All Wxll years2003 Volvo Wxll vs rivals
| Vehicle | Complaints | Recalls | Grade | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2003 Volvo Wxll | 1 | 2 | D | |
| 2003 Volvo S60 | 123 | 7 | F | Compare |
| 2003 Volvo V70 | 47 | 5 | F | Compare |
| 2003 Volvo S80 | 29 | 6 | D | Compare |
| 2003 Volvo S40 | 21 | 2 | B | Compare |
| 2003 Volvo V70XC | 15 | 0 | A | Compare |
| 2003 Volvo C70 | 7 | 0 | A | Compare |
| 2003 Volvo V40 | 5 | 2 | C | Compare |
| 2003 Volvo VN | 3 | 4 | D | 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 2003 Volvo Wxll
Does the 2003 Volvo Wxll have any recalls?
Yes - NHTSA lists 2 recalls for the 2003 Volvo Wxll: automatic transmission (August 2003); diesel (May 2003). 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 2003 Volvo Wxll?
By the complaints owners filed with NHTSA, the most common problem areas are the brakes (1).
How many complaints has the 2003 Volvo Wxll had?
1 complaints have been filed with NHTSA, the first on November 5, 2003 and the latest on November 5, 2003. Of these, 1 describe a crash and 0 a fire, and together they report 0 injuries and 1 death.
Is the 2003 Volvo Wxll a reliable vehicle?
Its Safety Index is 25 out of 100 (grade D: more problems than a typical Volvo Wxll 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 2003 Volvo Wxll 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