The truck was involved in a head on collision at 64mph and the drivers air bag did not deploy. Although the accident was caused by another driver going the wrong way on the highway I am concerned with the fact that the air bag did not deploy
The worst 2023 Volvo VNL (4) problems
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- Airbags1
Recalls 2
Exterior lighting: hazard flashing warning lights: switch
- What is wrong
- Volvo Trucks North America (Volvo Trucks) is recalling certain 2023-2026 New VN trucks. The hazard switch back lighting may become inoperative. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) number 101, "Controls and Displays."
- Risk
- A hazard switch that is not illuminated may be difficult to locate when needed, increasing the risk of a crash or injury.
- Remedy
- Dealers will update the vehicle master control unit (VMCU) software, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed April 25, 2025. Owners may contact Volvo Trucks' customer service at 800‑528‑6586. Volvo Trucks' number for this recall is RVXX2503.
Recall number 25V214000 · Recall details
Service brakes, air: controls: proportioning relay valve
- What is wrong
- Volvo Trucks North America (Volvo Trucks) is recalling certain 2023-2025 New VN trucks. The brakes may take longer than expected to activate. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) number 121, "Air Brake Systems."
- Risk
- Delayed brake activation can extend the distance required to stop, increasing the risk of a crash.
- Remedy
- Dealers will install a new pneumatic circuit, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed March 11, 2025. Owners may contact Volvo Trucks' customer service at 800‑528‑6586. Volvo Trucks' number for this recall is RVXX2502.
Recall number 25V102000 · Recall details
Technical service bulletins for the 2023 Volvo VNL (4) 26
Bulletins tell dealers how to fix known problems. A warranty extension means the manufacturer pays for that repair for longer.
- TSB
- Overheating has been observed at the alternator power cable and ground cable connection, resulting in...
- The purpose of this CBR is to provide steps on how to correct a customer complaint of instrument cluster...
- The purpose of this CBR it to provide release notes for the recent Engine ECU software.
- The VN(4)'s electrical architecture relies on multiple ECUs, each handling specific functions
- The purpose of this cbr is to provide steps on how to protect the alternator power cable connection from...
- The purpose of this CBR is to provide aid in VMCU fault B1524-49 along with a Rain sensor which will not...
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Is the 2023 Volvo VNL (4) reliable?
Owners have filed 1 complaint about the 2023 Volvo VNL (4), fewer than a typical VNL (4) model year.
What is the most common problem with the 2023 Volvo VNL (4)?
Airbags, with 1 complaint.
How many recalls does the 2023 Volvo VNL (4) have?
2 recalls, covering exterior lighting and service brakes, air.
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