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2018 Volvo VNL Recalls

5 campaigns in our verified NHTSA snapshot, with source consequences, remedies, and VIN-specific next steps.

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NHTSA campaigns

5

Affected systems

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Urgent advisories

Jul 1, 2020

Latest campaign date

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What the record says

This model year's count is below the Volvo VNL average of 8.1 campaigns per listed year. That is context only—not proof that this year is safer or less safe.

The most frequent affected category is Engine And Engine Cooling › Engine › Diesel, appearing in 1 campaign.

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Source campaign records

All 2018 Volvo VNL recall campaigns

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NHTSA campaign 20V384000

Equipment › Other › Labels

Manufacturer: Volvo Trucks North America

Reported Jul 1, 2020

What is recalled

Volvo Trucks North America (Volvo) is recalling certain 2018-2021 VNL and VNR buses. The Gross Axle Weight Rating (GAWR) for the rear drive axles stated on the Federal Certification Label exceeds the rating of the wheel hubs. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of 49 CFR Part 567, "Certification."

Safety consequence

If the rear axles are overloaded, over time the wheel hubs may fail prematurely, increasing the risk of a crash.

Manufacturer remedy

Volvo will notify owners and send corrected replacement labels, free of charge. The recall began August 18, 2020. Owners may contact Volvo customer service at 1-800-528-6586. Volvo's number for this recall is RVXX2002.

Campaign history does not confirm applicability or repair status for one VIN.

Campaign details

NHTSA campaign 19V509000

Electrical System › Wiring › Fuses And Circuit Breakers

Manufacturer: Volvo Trucks North America

Reported Jul 2, 2019

What is recalled

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.

Safety consequence

If the fuse blows the transmission may not shift, increasing the risk of a crash.

Manufacturer 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.

Campaign history does not confirm applicability or repair status for one VIN.

Campaign details

NHTSA campaign 19V208000

Structure › Body

Manufacturer: Volvo Trucks North America

Reported Mar 18, 2019

What is recalled

Volvo Trucks North America (Volvo Trucks) is recalling certain 2018-2020 VNL and VNX vehicles configured as 740 and 760 sleeper models. The sleeper bunk window may detach and fall from the vehicle.

Safety consequence

If a window detaches from the vehicle, it may strike another vehicle or pedestrian, increasing the risk of a crash or injury.

Manufacturer remedy

Volvo Trucks has notified owners, and dealers will replace the window hinge, free of charge. Owners were notified of the recall on April 8, 2019 and will be sent a second notice when the remedy parts are available. The recall began August 21, 2019. Owners may contact Volvo Trucks customer service at 1-800-528-6586. Volvo Trucks' number for this recall is RVXX1902.

Campaign history does not confirm applicability or repair status for one VIN.

Campaign details

NHTSA campaign 19V032000

Power Train › Clutch Assembly

Manufacturer: Volvo Trucks North America

Reported Jan 14, 2019

What is recalled

Volvo Trucks North America (Volvo) is recalling certain 2018-2019 Volvo VNL vehicles equipped with an automated manual transmission. An internal component in the clutch assembly may fail, possibly resulting in unintended vehicle movement.

Safety consequence

Unintended vehicle movement can increase the risk of a crash.

Manufacturer remedy

Volvo has notified owners and dealers will update the Transmission Control Module software, free of charge. The recall began February 1, 2019. Owners can contact Volvo customer service at 1-800-528-6586. Volvo's number for this recall is RVXX1901.

Campaign history does not confirm applicability or repair status for one VIN.

Campaign details

NHTSA campaign 18V668000

Engine And Engine Cooling › Engine › Diesel

Manufacturer: Volvo Trucks North America

Reported Sep 25, 2018

What is recalled

Volvo Trucks North America (Volvo) is recalling certain 2016-2019 Volvo VNL trucks equipped with Cummins ISX15 diesel engines. In certain driving conditions, such as on a long down-hill grade, the fuel line may burst if the fuel pump cooling circuit screen becomes restricted.

Safety consequence

If the fuel line bursts, fuel may leak onto the road resulting in a roadway hazard for other motorists. The engine may also stall without warning, resulting in the vehicle's inability to restart, increasing the risk of a crash.

Manufacturer remedy

Cummins will notify owners, and dealers will replace the single screen filter banjo bolt will be replaced with a dual screen filter banjo bolt, free of charge. The recall began November 21, 2018. Owners may contact Volvo customer service at 1-800-528-6586. Volvo's number for this recall is RVXX1802.

Campaign history does not confirm applicability or repair status for one VIN.

Campaign details

Other Volvo VNL model years

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2018 Volvo VNL recall questions

How many recalls does the 2018 Volvo VNL have?

This verified dataset contains 5 NHTSA campaigns associated with the 2018 Volvo VNL. A campaign can apply to some, not all, vehicles of the same model year.

Does this confirm an open recall for my 2018 Volvo VNL?

No. This page is a model-year campaign history. Use NHTSA's official lookup or an authorized dealer to confirm whether a campaign applies to your exact VIN and whether the repair remains open.

Are vehicle recall repairs free?

When a safety recall campaign applies to your VIN, the manufacturer remedy is generally provided at no charge through an authorized dealer. Confirm eligibility and scheduling with the manufacturer or dealer.

Source: NHTSA. Dataset includes campaigns through Jul 30, 2026. Last processed Aug 8, 2026. Methodology