Tl*the contact owns a 2006 volvo vh. When a trailer was placed on the vehicle, it weighed down the suspension and caused the brake line to touch the driveshaft. The driveshaft caused a hole in the service brake line. The vehicle was towed and the brake lines were repaired. The diagnostic showed no error codes. The purchase date, VIN, engine size, number of cylinders, and transmission type were unknown. The current mileage was 274,000 and failure mileage was 270,000.
The worst 2006 Volvo VH problems
Ranked by number of owner complaints. Mileage and cost come from what owners wrote.
- Brakes1
- Electrical1
Problems by type
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- Brakes1
- Electrical1
Recalls 1
Wheels
- What is wrong
- On certain heavy duty class 8 trucks equipped with accuride aluminum wheels, the wheels were not properly pre-stressed. This allows cracks to develop over time.
- Risk
- This may eventually lead to wheel failure and possibly result in a vehicle crash.
- Remedy
- Dealers will replace the wheels free of charge. The recall began on june 30, 2005 owners may contact volvo trucks at 1‑800‑528‑6586.
Recall number 05V182000 · Recall details
Technical service bulletins for the 2006 Volvo VH 34
Bulletins tell dealers how to fix known problems. A warranty extension means the manufacturer pays for that repair for longer.
- Engine Control Module (EMS) Software (MSW) Information – August 2022; Improvement List (Change Log)
- Warranty Automated Manual Transmission ( AMT, I-Shift, mDrive ) Control Housing Assembly; Guidelines For...
- (Back Office)
- DTC U012100
- Programming Failure
- AMT Control Housing Bench Testing
- Volvo Chassis
- Volvo Chassis
- Unable To Retrieve "On Request" Messages For PeopleNet Or Omnitracs Modules Installed On The DL5 Data...
- Temperature Sensor Troubleshooting Guide
What 2006 Volvo VH owners say
Most recent owner complaints, unedited.
I purchased a new 2006 volvo xc90 in october 2006. Eight to ten months I stopped for some gas and my car would not restart. I had it towed and the next day the dealer was able to start it right up without performing any work so I picked it up. One to two days later the same problem happened again and I had it towed again. Volvo service had it for a couple of days and replaced the battery. I went to pick it up and it wouldn't start there. Needless to say, I left it again. I had a loaner for approximately 1 week or so and they decided to replace the starter. The vehicle ran well for a couple of months and on december 23rd while out at the mall the vehicle would not start again. I had it towed and the towman called and told me that the vehicle started when he arrived at the service location which was closed. Today is december 27th and they do not know what is wrong with my vehicle. The service director is driving the vehicle to try and experience the problem. This has been a disheartening experience to spend close to $40,000 and have these problems.
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Questions about the 2006 Volvo VH
Is the 2006 Volvo VH reliable?
Owners have filed 2 complaints about the 2006 Volvo VH, close to a typical VH model year.
What is the most common problem with the 2006 Volvo VH?
Brakes, with 1 complaint. Next is electrical (1).
How many recalls does the 2006 Volvo VH have?
1 recall, covering wheels.
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