Odometer Fraud. The contact purchased a 2021 Volvo VN. The contact stated that while attempting to register the vehicle, it was discovered that there was a mileage discrepancy. The vehicle was a private sale. At the time of purchase, the vehicle mileage was 615,000 and at the time of registration, it was discovered that the mileage was 763,309. Local Authorities had not been notified.
The worst 2021 Volvo VN problems
Ranked by number of owner complaints. Mileage and cost come from what owners wrote.
- Body1
- Electrical1
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- Electrical1
Recalls 2
Electrical system: software
- What is wrong
- Volvo Trucks North America (Volvo Trucks) is recalling certain 2020-2025 VN, VAH, VHD and VNRE trucks, equipped with Bendix EC80 Advanced Electronic Control Units (ECU). Electrical noise and low signal to the power line carrier may cause the ECU to incorrectly process commands or stop working.
- Risk
- Safety systems that depend on the ECU (Automatic Traction Control, ABS, Electronic Stability Control, Active Cruise Control, and Collison Mitigation System) may have diminished or lost functionality, increasing the risk of a crash.
- Remedy
- Dealers will reprogram the ECU software, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed December 9, 2024. Owners may contact Volvo Trucks customer service at 1‑800‑528‑6586. Volvo Truck's number for this recall is RVXX2409.
Recall number 24V790000 · Recall details
Seats: critical fasteners
- What is wrong
- Volvo Trucks North America (Volvo Trucks) is recalling certain 2019-2024 VN and VHD vehicles. The passenger side bench seat may be inadequately attached to the floor. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard numbers 207, "Seating Systems" and 210, "Seatbelt Assembly Anchorage."
- Risk
- The attachment points may fail, allowing the bench seat to shift and increasing the risk of injury during a crash.
- Remedy
- Dealers will replace the weld nut with two nuts and a washer, free of charge. Owner letters were mailed February 29, 2024. Owners may contact Volvo Trucks customer service at 1‑800‑528‑6586. Volvo Trucks number for this recall is RVXX2312.
Recall number 23V769000 · Recall details
Technical service bulletins for the 2021 Volvo VN 253
Bulletins tell dealers how to fix known problems. A warranty extension means the manufacturer pays for that repair for longer.
What 2021 Volvo VN owners say
Most recent owner complaints, unedited.
RVXX2409 - Bendix ABS ECU Recall C6619 RVXX2004 Pedal Carrier Date Code Inspection Recall
Every window in this truck leaks. The upholstery is water stained around and underneath every window. This , I found out is a common problem for Volvo trucks. Volvo knows about this problem as they had a recall in 2019 for this very problem. Volvo Corp office also acknowledged a current recall for this problem. Certain trucks qualified for repair under recall according to Volvo. Certain trucks do not qualify. Why is that ?? Water leaking around and down from a window can cause structure damage, electrical fires and problems along with damage to interior upholstery. I was told my particular truck did not qualify for dealer repair and that i needed to pay to have every window resealed. WHY? This is a safety hazard and a known problem. This should be the responsibility of Volvo to make sure their vehicles do not leak water. For the price we pay for these vehicles we should expect a quality made and safe vehicle to operate . I want help in getting this addressed for myself and every individual that has this problem. It is unsafe. I did contact Volvo at 2 dealers and the Corp office. I filed a complaint with the Corp office and yet to have received a response from them. The Somerset Pennsylvania Volvo dealer said they would call me back as well , no response. That dealer along with the Corp office acknowledged there is a problem with windows leaking.
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Questions about the 2021 Volvo VN
Is the 2021 Volvo VN reliable?
Owners have filed 3 complaints about the 2021 Volvo VN, 1.5 times a typical VN model year.
What is the most common problem with the 2021 Volvo VN?
Body and structure, with 1 complaint. Next is electrical (1).
How many recalls does the 2021 Volvo VN have?
2 recalls, covering electrical system and seats.
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