2000 Volvo VN
Only 5 complaints on file — too few for a fair verdict.
This verdict reflects complaint volume compared to this model's typical year. Recalls and safety issues below apply regardless of the verdict — always check them.
Only 5 complaints on file — too few for a fair verdict. The data below is complete but unranked.
- Complaints
- 5
- Recalls
- 2
- Investigations
- 2
- Top problem
- —
Too few to rank
Campaigns on file for 2000
Opened by NHTSA
Not enough data
Complaints per year
2000: 5 complaints
View as data table
| Year | Complaints |
|---|---|
| 1996 | 2 |
| 1997 | 0 |
| 1998 | 9 |
| 1999 | 9 |
| 2000 | 5 |
| 2001 | 1 |
| 2002 | 0 |
| 2003 | 3 |
| 2004 | 1 |
| 2005 | 2 |
| 2006 | 2 |
| 2007 | 3 |
| 2008 | 2 |
| 2009 | 0 |
| 2010 | 0 |
| 2011 | 0 |
| 2012 | 2 |
| 2013 | 1 |
| 2014 | 2 |
| 2015 | 0 |
| 2016 | 0 |
| 2017 | 0 |
| 2018 | 2 |
| 2019 | 0 |
| 2020 | 5 |
| 2021 | 3 |
| 2022 | 0 |
| 2023 | 0 |
| 2024 | 2 |
| 2025 | 0 |
| 2026 | 0 |
| 2027 | 0 |
Known problem areas
Only 5 complaints on file for this model year — too few to rank by share. Raw counts only, below.
Suspension
1 of 5 total reports mentions: suspension.
Structure
1 of 5 total reports mentions: structure, most commonly citing hinge and attachments.
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Tl*the contact owns a 2000 Volvo VN. While driving at an unknown speed, the hood of the vehicle opened spontaneously. The frontal visibility is reduced and increases the risk of a crash.
NHTSA ODI report, 2009-02-06
Steering
1 of 5 total reports mentions: steering.
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While driving the steering locked and the vehicle veered right crashing into a guardrail, totaling the vehicle.
NHTSA ODI report, 2002-04-26
Service brakes
1 of 5 total reports mentions: service brakes, most commonly citing hydraulic.
Power train
1 of 5 total reports mentions: power train.
Show complaint excerpts
It is hard to read the speed on the speedometer gauge, especially in Arizona where it is required to wear sun glasses. Numbers are too small, and the color is better to be seen at night than in the day time.
NHTSA ODI report, 2000-01-27
Safety timeline
2 recalls · 2 investigations · oldest first
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2001-04-18Engineering analysisClosed 2002-07-30 U-bolt failures on drive -axle assemblie
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2001-05-10Defect petitionClosed 2002-01-23 Equipment certification label
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2002-07-25Steering02V037005 On some heavy duty class 8 vehicles equipped with arvinmeritor axle assemblies which may have been manufactured with trw model 20EDL ball sockets, the tie rod ball-socket bearings have a below…
Remedy: Dealers will replace the ball socket assemblies. This campaign supersedes NHTSA campaign nos. 01V-139.001 and 02V-037.002. Owner notification began July 25, 2002. Owners who take their…
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2004-11-01Visibility04V457000 On certain trucks equipped with valeo wiper systems, the wiper motor may be susceptive to salt intrusion that could possibly lead to a condition where the connector overheats to a point where the…
Remedy: Dealers will inspect and replace the connector plate on the windshield wiper motor. Phase 2 of the recall began on November 1, 2004. Owners should contact Volvo trucks at 1-800-528-6586.
Buy-smart checklist
2000 Volvo VN — pre-purchase inspection
Inspect
- Suspension: 1 report on file for this year.
- Structure: 1 report on file for this year.
- Steering: 1 report on file for this year.
Verify these recalls were completed
- Recall 02V037005 · Steering
- Recall 04V457000 · Visibility
FAQ
- Is the 2000 Volvo VN reliable?
- There isn't enough NHTSA complaint data on file yet to give this model year a verdict.
- What are the most common problems with the 2000 Volvo VN?
- The most-reported component is suspension, accounting for 20% of complaints on file.
- How many recalls does the 2000 Volvo VN have?
- 2 recalls on file for this model year.
Data updated 2026-11-01 · Complaints are unverified owner reports filed with NHTSA, not independently verified defects. Methodology.