2007 Volvo VNL

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2007 Volvo VNL
RENDERED 2026-11-01T10:44:29.490Z

Only 15 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 15 complaints on file — too few for a fair verdict. The data below is complete but unranked.

Complaints
15

Too few to rank

Recalls
9

Campaigns on file for 2007

Investigations
3

Opened by NHTSA

Top problem
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Not enough data

Complaints per year

1998: 8 complaints 1998 1999: 11 complaints 2000: 10 complaints 2001: 1 complaint 2002: 1 complaint 2002 2003: 2 complaints 2004: 5 complaints 2005: 6 complaints 2006: 7 complaints 2007: 15 complaints 2007 15 2008: 3 complaints 2009: 2 complaints 2010: 0 complaints 2011: 4 complaints 2012: 5 complaints 2013: 7 complaints 2014: 8 complaints 2014 2015: 5 complaints 2016: 12 complaints 2017: 0 complaints 2018: 8 complaints 2018 2019: 4 complaints 2020: 0 complaints 2021: 0 complaints 2022: 2 complaints 2022 2023: 1 complaint 2024: 0 complaints 2025: 0 complaints
1998: 8 complaints 1998 1999: 11 complaints 2000: 10 complaints 2000 2001: 1 complaint 2002: 1 complaint 2002 2003: 2 complaints 2004: 5 complaints 2004 2005: 6 complaints 2006: 7 complaints 2007: 15 complaints 2007 15 2008: 3 complaints 2009: 2 complaints 2010: 0 complaints 2010 2011: 4 complaints 2012: 5 complaints 2012 2013: 7 complaints 2014: 8 complaints 2014 2015: 5 complaints 2016: 12 complaints 2016 2017: 0 complaints 2018: 8 complaints 2018 2019: 4 complaints 2020: 0 complaints 2020 2021: 0 complaints 2022: 2 complaints 2022 2023: 1 complaint 2024: 0 complaints 2024 2025: 0 complaints
1998: 8 complaints 1998 1999: 11 complaints 2000: 10 complaints 2000 2001: 1 complaint 2002: 1 complaint 2002 2003: 2 complaints 2004: 5 complaints 2004 2005: 6 complaints 2006: 7 complaints 2007: 15 complaints 2007 15 2008: 3 complaints 2009: 2 complaints 2010: 0 complaints 2010 2011: 4 complaints 2012: 5 complaints 2012 2013: 7 complaints 2014: 8 complaints 2014 2015: 5 complaints 2016: 12 complaints 2016 2017: 0 complaints 2018: 8 complaints 2018 2019: 4 complaints 2020: 0 complaints 2020 2021: 0 complaints 2022: 2 complaints 2022 2023: 1 complaint 2024: 0 complaints 2024 2025: 0 complaints

2007: 15 complaints

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Known problem areas

Only 15 complaints on file for this model year — too few to rank by share. Raw counts only, below.

Exterior lighting

4 of 15 total reports mention: exterior lighting, most commonly citing headlights.

FIRE
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I have ~15 years experience driving most make/models of class 8 trucks in Alaska and lower 48 states.

NHTSA ODI report, 2013-02-26

Electrical system

4 of 15 total reports mention: electrical system, most commonly citing fuses and circuit breakers and wiring.

FIRE
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2007 Volvo 780, bought in 7-31-2006, when driving from Texas to California we had problems with transmission going into gear. From that time on the problems have gotten worse and to the point of being unsafe.

NHTSA ODI report, 2008-04-21

Visibility

2 of 15 total reports mention: visibility, most commonly citing glass, side/rear.

Structure

2 of 15 total reports mention: structure, most commonly citing body.

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The hood bracket cuts through the hood on the passenger side of the truck. This causes the hood to only be secured with one bracket when opening the hood for daily inspections.

NHTSA ODI report, 2020-06-16

I'd like to request from this department to open an investigation on a rusty frame problem on 2005, 2006, 2007 and 2008 commercial Volvo VNL trucks.

NHTSA ODI report, 2017-01-30

Steering

2 of 15 total reports mention: steering.

CRASHINJURY
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Tl*the contact owns a 2007 Volvo VNL. While driving 55 MPH, the steering wheel locked and then eased up. While turning the steering wheel to make a left turn, the steering wheel made a clanking sound and the load shifted and relocked.

NHTSA ODI report, 2007-07-31

Safety timeline

9 recalls · 3 investigations · oldest first

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    2006-10-23Power train06V385000 On certain trucks equipped with arvinmeritor RPL20 high angle interaxle driveshafts, an improper seated or missing snap ring can result in the bearing cup to separate from the slip yoke sub-assembly.

    Remedy: Dealers will inspect the driveshafts and replace them as needed. The recall began on October 23, 2006. Owners may contact Volvo trucks at 1-800-528-6586.

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    2007-04-09Power train07V108000 On certain trucks, the axle housings may have been manufactured with steel that was out of specification which could result in a fatigue failure over time.

    Remedy: Dealers will repair and inspect the axles and replace them free of charge. The recall began on April 9, 2007. Owners may contact Volvo trucks at 1-800-528-6586.

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    2007-08-24Steering07V323000 On certain trucks, the nut used to retain the steering shaft may or may not be a lock nut that has the locking feature. A lock nut is required to provide additional resistance to ensure that the…

    Remedy: Dealers will replace the steering shaft pinch bolts and locknuts free of charge. The recall began on August 24, 2007. Owners may contact Volvo trucks at 1-800-528-6586.

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    2007-09-10Fuel system, diesel07V345000 On certain trucks, an unprotected lead in the thermoswitch of the heater may make contact with another post possibly creating a short circuit, which can result in continuous operation of the heating…

    Remedy: Dealers will inspect the thermoswitch and will replace it if necessary. The recall began on September 10, 2007. Owners may contact Volvo trucks at 1-800-528-6586.

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    2007-09-14Preliminary evaluationClosed 2007-11-09 Saf holland fifth wheel assembly
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    2008-01-28Trailer hitches07V496000 On certain trucks equipped with a saf holland simplex fifth wheel, the lever arm pivot bolt may have been over tightened. An over tightened pivot bolt can distort the pivot bolt spacer sleeve…

    Remedy: Dealers will replace the pivot bolt and sleeve with a hex head shoulder bolt and washer free of charge. The recall began on January 28, 2008. Owners may contact Volvo trucks at 1-800-528-6586.

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    2008-02-25Electrical system07V573000 On certain heavy duty trucks, the circuit protection (I.e. Automatic circuit breakers) used to protect the vehicle lighting system may not provide adequate protection.

    Remedy: Dealers will replace the circuit breakers with fuses. The recall began on February 25, 2008. Owners may contact Volvo trucks at 1-800-528-6586.

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    2009-06-30Service brakes, air09V030000 Volvo trucks is recalling 366 my 2006-2009 VNL trucks equipped with super single tires, bendix brake cam tubes, and Volvo air suspension. The vibration frequency from the suspension with super…

    Remedy: Dealers will add a support bracket to the brake cam tube. The recall began on June 30, 2009. Owners may contact Volvo trucks at 1-800-528-6586.

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    2009-09-30Visibility09V173000 Volvo trucks is recalling 127,764 my 2001-2008 VHD, VNL, VNM, and my 2005-2008 VT trucks. A seal may fail allowing water and contaminants to seep into the windshield wiper motor.

    Remedy: Volvo will replace the wiper motor free of charge. Since this recall involves a large number of vehicles, Volvo will release the recall in stages as parts are received. Priority will be given to…

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    2011-05-23Recall queryClosed 2012-01-20 Volvo Sleeper glass de-bonding
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    2013-02-07Preliminary evaluationClosed 2013-07-03 Stop Lamp Switch Signal
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    2013-08-26Power train13V268000 Volvo Trucks North America (Volvo) is recalling certain model year 2007-2014 VAH, VHD, VNL, VNM, and VT models. The affected vehicles were built without a redundant clutch disengagement switch.

    Remedy: Volvo Trucks will notify owners and dealers will inspect and repair the vehicles if necessary. The recall began on August 26, 2013. Volvo's recall number is RVXX1303. Owners may contact Volvo at 1-336-393-2000.

Buy-smart checklist

2007 Volvo VNL — pre-purchase inspection

Inspect

  • Exterior lighting: 4 reports on file for this year.
  • Electrical system: 4 reports on file for this year.
  • Visibility: 2 reports on file for this year.

Verify these recalls were completed

  • Recall 06V385000 · Power train
  • Recall 07V108000 · Power train
  • Recall 07V323000 · Steering
  • Recall 07V345000 · Fuel system, diesel
  • Recall 07V496000 · Trailer hitches
  • Recall 07V573000 · Electrical system
  • Recall 09V030000 · Service brakes, air
  • Recall 09V173000 · Visibility
  • Recall 13V268000 · Power train

FAQ

Is the 2007 Volvo VNL 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 2007 Volvo VNL?
The most-reported component is exterior lighting, accounting for 27% of complaints on file.
How many recalls does the 2007 Volvo VNL have?
9 recalls on file for this model year.

Data updated 2026-10-31 · Complaints are unverified owner reports filed with NHTSA, not independently verified defects. Methodology.