2003 Volvo VN

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2003 Volvo VN
RENDERED 2026-08-02T10:54:19.766Z

Only 3 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 3 complaints on file — too few for a fair verdict. The data below is complete but unranked.

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COMPLAINTS PER YEAR

Complaints per year, Volvo VN Bar chart of distinct NHTSA complaints filed per model year, 2003 highlighted. 1996: 2 complaints 1996 1997: 0 complaints 1998: 9 complaints 1999: 9 complaints 2000: 5 complaints 2000 2001: 1 complaints 2002: 0 complaints 2003: 3 complaints 2003 2004: 1 complaints 2004 2005: 2 complaints 2006: 2 complaints 2007: 3 complaints 2008: 2 complaints 2008 2009: 0 complaints 2010: 0 complaints 2011: 0 complaints 2012: 2 complaints 2012 2013: 1 complaints 2014: 2 complaints 2015: 0 complaints 2016: 0 complaints 2016 2017: 0 complaints 2018: 2 complaints 2019: 0 complaints 2020: 5 complaints 2020 2021: 3 complaints 2022: 0 complaints 2023: 0 complaints 2024: 1 complaints 2024 2025: 0 complaints 2026: 0 complaints 2027: 0 complaints 2027
2003: 3 complaints
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YearComplaints
19962
19970
19989
19999
20005
20011
20020
20033
20041
20052
20062
20073
20082
20090
20100
20110
20122
20131
20142
20150
20160
20170
20182
20190
20205
20213
20220
20230
20241
20250
20260
20270

KNOWN PROBLEM AREAS

Only 3 complaints on file for this model year -- too few to rank by share. Raw counts only, below.

SUSPENSION

1 of 3 total reports mentions: suspension.

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THE BEARINGS IN THE INTEGRAL HUB/BEARING ON THE RIGHT FRONT WHEEL (STEERING AXLE) FAILED AT 247,000 MILES. THIS IS A UNIT DESIGNED TO LAST THE LIFE OF THE VEHICLE, AND THERE IS NO MAINTENANCE POSSIBLE.

NHTSA ODI report, 20050306

LATCHES/LOCKS/LINKAGES

1 of 3 total reports mentions: latches/locks/linkages.

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HOOD SHOCKS ON VOLVO TRUCKS ARE COMING OFF AT HOOD CONECTION SIDE. WHEN PULLING HOOD OPEN IF BOTH SHOCKS ARE LOSE HOOD CAN COME OVER ON DRIVER, CAUSING DRIVER POSSIBLE INJURIES. *AK

NHTSA ODI report, 20050417

SAFETY TIMELINE

R 20040308 — engine and engine cooling

ON CERTAIN HEAVY-DUTY CLASS 8 TRUCKS, THE ASSEMBLED ENGINE PRE-HEATER JUMPER WIRING HARNESS WAS INCORRECTLY ASSEMBLED.

Remedy: DEALERS WILL REPAIR THE AFFECTED CIRCUITS IN THE JUMPER WIRING HARNESS CONNECTOR. OWNER NOTIFICATION IS EXPECTED TO BEGIN DURING MARCH 2004. OWNERS WHO TAKE THEIR VEHICLES TO AN AUTHORIZED DEALER ON

Campaign 04V077000 — check if this car was fixed

R 20040809 — trailer hitches

ON CERTAIN TRUCKS, A MALFUNCTION IN THE SOLENOID VALVE MAY ALLOW AIR TO BE RELEASED TO FIFTH WHEEL LATCH WHEN THE PARK BRAKE IS ENGAGED.

Remedy: DEALERS WILL ADD AN ADDITIONAL SOLENOID VALVE IN SERIES WITH THE EXISTING PNEUMATIC CIRCUIT FOR THE FIFTH WHEEL AIR RELEASE. THE RECALL BEGAN ON AUGUST 9, 2004. OWNERS SHOULD CONTACT VOLVO AT 1-800

Campaign 04V315000 — check if this car was fixed

R 20041101 — visibility

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 CON

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.

Campaign 04V457000 — check if this car was fixed

I 20051103 — PE (closed 20060224)

HOOD STRUT FAILURE

I 20061116 — PE (closed 20070207)

INOPERABLE TAIL LIGHTS

I 20110523 — RQ (closed 20120120)

Volvo Sleeper glass de-bonding

R 20130510 — seat belts

Volvo is recalling certain model year 2002-2013 VHD and VN trucks, manufactured from August 4, 2000, through June 22, 2012, and equipped with bench passenger seats. The seat belt d-ring weld may not b

Remedy: Volvo Trucks of America will notify owners, and dealers will replace the suspected d-ring, free of change. The safety recall began on May 10, 2013. Owners may contact Volvo at 1-336-393-2000.

Campaign 12V510000 — check if this car was fixed

BUY-SMART CHECKLIST

2003 Volvo VN — pre-purchase inspection

  • Test/inspect for suspension issues (1 reports on file for this year).
  • Test/inspect for latches/locks/linkages issues (1 reports on file for this year).
  • Verify recall 04V077000 (engine and engine cooling) has been completed.
  • Verify recall 04V315000 (trailer hitches) has been completed.
  • Verify recall 04V457000 (visibility) has been completed.
  • Verify recall 12V510000 (seat belts) has been completed.

FAQ

Is the 2003 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 2003 Volvo VN?

The most-reported component is suspension:front:hub, accounting for 33% of complaints on file.

How many recalls does the 2003 Volvo VN have?

4 recalls on file for this model year.

Data updated 2026-07-11 · Complaints are unverified owner reports filed with NHTSA, not independently verified defects. Methodology.