2018 Volvo VHD Problems: 0 Complaints, 2 Recalls

The worst 2018 Volvo VHD problems

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Electrical system: wiring: fuses and circuit breakersReported July 2, 2019 · 235 vehicles affected

What is wrong: 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.
Risk: If the fuse blows the transmission may not shift, increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy: 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.

Recall number 19V509000 · Recall details

Exterior lightingReported October 30, 2018 · 4,625 vehicles affected

What is wrong: Volvo Trucks North America (Volvo) is recalling certain 2004-2019 Volvo VHD trucks equipped with snow plow lamp preparation kits. The snow plow headlights can be turned on without other exterior lights, and high beam indicator will not work when the snow plow high beams are on. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) number 108, "Lamps, Reflective Devices, and Associated Equipment."
Risk: The driver may operate the vehicle with the snow plow headlights on but the marker and tail lamps off, reducing the vehicle's visibility and increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy: Volvo will notify owners, and dealers will update the software related to the plow lights, free of charge. The recall began December 19, 2018. Owners may contact Volvo customer service at 1‑800‑528‑6586. Volvo's number for this recall is RVXX1804.

Recall number 18V766000 · Recall details

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Is the 2018 Volvo VHD reliable?

Owners have filed 0 complaints about the 2018 Volvo VHD.

What is the most common problem with the 2018 Volvo VHD?

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How many recalls does the 2018 Volvo VHD have?

2 recalls, covering electrical system and exterior lighting.

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