Buying a used 2021 Volvo VN? Check these 2 recalls first
The recall picture matches 2020: the same high-severity campaign for loss of electronic safety systems on VN and VAH trucks, plus a medium recall for a passenger bench seat that may loosen. Neither has a stop-driving or park-outside warning. Three owner complaints are on file — more than 2020, but still few — spread across unknown/other, electrical, and structure, with no crashes, fires, or injuries. Complaints are unverified reports from owners.
Before you buy
- Get the 17-character VIN from the seller and run it at nhtsa.gov/recalls. It shows which recalls are still unrepaired on that exact car.
- Verify the electronic safety systems recall was performed and no fault lamps stay lit
- Check the passenger bench seat mounting for looseness
- Ask about electrical faults and inspect the cab and frame structure for prior repair work
- Open recalls are repaired free at any Volvo dealer, whoever owns the car — an open recall is a to-do item, not a bill.
Recalls covering the 2021 Volvo VN
| Recall | Area | Severity |
|---|---|---|
| Volvo VN and VAH trucks lose electronic safety systems | Electrical System | high |
| Volvo VN and VHD trucks: passenger bench seat may loosen | Seats | medium |
What owners have reported to NHTSA
3 complaints filed for this model year. Complaints are unverified owner reports, and popular models collect more of them simply because more are on the road.
| Problem area | Complaints | Recall in this area? |
|---|---|---|
| Electrical System | 1 | Yes |
| Structure | 1 | None found |