Is the 2013 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 2013 Volvo VNL?

The most-reported component is tires, accounting for 29% of complaints on file.

How many recalls does the 2013 Volvo VNL have?

14 recalls on file for this model year.

2013 Volvo VNL

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2013 Volvo VNL
RENDERED 2026-11-01T12:49:04.416Z

Only 7 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 7 complaints on file — too few for a fair verdict. The data below is complete but unranked.

How is this computed?

Complaints: 7
Recalls: 14
Investigations: 3
Top problem: —

Complaints per year

2013: 7 complaints

View as data table

Year	Complaints
1990	0
1991	0
1992	0
1993	0
1994	0
1995	0
1996	0
1997	0
1998	8
1999	11
2000	10
2001	1
2002	1
2003	2
2004	5
2005	6
2006	7
2007	15
2008	3
2009	2
2010	0
2011	4
2012	5
2013	7
2014	8
2015	5
2016	12
2017	0
2018	8
2019	4
2020	0
2021	0
2022	2
2023	1
2024	0
2025	0

Known problem areas

Only 7 complaints on file for this model year — too few to rank by share. Raw counts only, below.

Tires

2 of 7 total reports mention: tires.

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The owner states that his drivers experienced two separate tire failures on same Volvo 430 auto hauler (Model 2013 VNL64T). The tires involved in the failures were michelin XZA2 energy 295/60 R22.5.

NHTSA ODI report, 2012-10-16

Visibility

1 of 7 total reports mentions: visibility, most commonly citing rearview mirrors/devices.

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The west coast mirrors don't extend far enough from the sides of the truck. A driver can't adjust these mirror arms to sufficiently observe traffic in the lane immediately behind the truck.

NHTSA ODI report, 2014-03-03

Structure

1 of 7 total reports mentions: structure.

Steering

1 of 7 total reports mentions: steering.

Service brakes

1 of 7 total reports mentions: service brakes.

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Vehicle began throwing brake ECU code 136 66 7 and tcs light remains illuminated.

NHTSA ODI report, 2013-07-12

Safety timeline

14 recalls · 3 investigations · oldest first

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2012-04-27Service brakes, air12V036000 Volvo is recalling certain model year 2011-2012 VHD and model year 2011-2013 VNL and VNM vehicles, manufactured from December 2, 2010, through January 18, 2012, and equipped with bendix atr-6…

Remedy: Volvo will notify owners, and provide a temporary repair until bendix develops a permanent remedy. A permanent remedy has been developed and notification to owners began on April 27, 2012. This…

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2013-02-07Preliminary evaluationClosed 2013-07-03 Stop Lamp Switch Signal
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2013-05-07Electrical system13V102000 Volvo is recalling certain model year 2012-2014 VHD, VNL, and VNM trucks, manufactured from April 18, 2011, through March 14, 2013, and equipped with a horizontally mounted remote battery disconnect…

Remedy: Volvo will send owners an interim letter and dealers will replace and relocate the remote battery disconnect switch. The recall began on May 7, 2013. Owners may contact Volvo's recall support line…

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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…

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2013-10-09Power train13V366000 Volvo Trucks North America is recalling certain model year 2013-2014 VNL vehicles manufactured April 2, 2012, through May 3, 2013; and equipped with a Meritor RPL-20 driveline transmission.

Remedy: Volvo will notify owners, and dealers will replace the driveshaft, free of charge. The recall began on October 9, 2013. Owners may contact Volvo at 1-336-393-2000. Volvo's recall number is RVXX1305.

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2014-04-12Engine and engine cooling14V139000 Volvo Trucks North America (Volvo) is recalling certain model year 2013-2015 VNL trucks, and 2013-2014 VNM trucks equipped with certain Cummins Westport Model ISL G and ISX12 G engines.

Remedy: Cummins Inc. and Cummins Wesport Inc. will notify owners, and authorized Cummins service facilities will upload a new ECM calibration, free of charge. The recall began on April 12, 2014. Owners may contact Volvo at 1-800-528-6586.

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2014-08-12Forward collision avoidance14V356000 Volvo Trucks of North America (Volvo) is recalling certain model year 2011-2015 VNL and 2014-2015 VNM trucks manufactured November 17, 2010, through February 5, 2014, and equipped with enhanced cruise control and without side fairings.

Remedy: Volvo will notify owners, and dealers will update the control unit software, free of charge. The recall began on August 12, 2014. Owners may contact Volvo customer service at 1-800-528-6586. Volvo's number for this recall is RVXX1402.

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2014-12-10Power train14V739000 Volvo Trucks North America (Volvo) is recalling certain model year 2012, 2014-2015 VHD, 2012-2015 VNL, and 2014-2015 VNM trucks manufactured June 16, 2011, to August 18, 2014, and equipped with the Eco-Roll option.

Remedy: Volvo has notified owners, and dealers will update the Eco-Roll software, free of charge. The recall began on December 10, 2014. Owners may contact Volvo customer service at 1-800-528-6586. Volvo's number for this recall is RVXX1406.

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2015-01-16Tires14V740000 Volvo Trucks North America (Volvo) is recalling certain model year 2011-2014 VAH and VNL trucks manufactured May 12, 2010, to October 31, 2014.

Remedy: Volvo will notify owners, and dealers will replace the tires and set the road speed limiter, free of charge. The recall began on January 16, 2015. Owners may contact Volvo customer service at 1-800-528-6586.

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2015-09-28Defect petitionClosed 2016-04-08 Ride Quality
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2015-10-19Service brakes15V524000 Volvo Trucks North America (Volvo) is recalling certain model year 2012-2015 VNL and VNM trucks manufactured May 31, 2011, to December 1, 2014.

Remedy: Volvo will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the trim panel slot and make it longer, as necessary, free of charge. The recall began on October 19, 2015. Owners may contact Volvo customer service at 1-800-258-6586.

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2015-11-18Trailer hitches15V643000 Volvo Trucks North America (Volvo) is recalling certain model year 2011-2013 VNL and VNM trucks manufactured June 21, 2010, to December 14, 2012.

Remedy: Volvo will notify owners, and Fontaine dealers will replace the fifth wheel with an Ultra NT model fifth wheel, free of charge. The recall began on November 23, 2015. Owners may contact Volvo customer service at 1-800-528-6586.

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2015-12-07Electrical system15V634000 Volvo Trucks North America (Volvo) is recalling certain model year 2012-2014 Volvo VNL trucks manufactured December 1, 2011, to September 1, 2013, equipped with certain Electric Auxiliary Power Units (APU), part number BA600, manufactured by Idle...

Remedy: Volvo will notify owners and IFS dealers will inspect the APU for damage and, where needed, install a welded gusset upgrade kit to strengthen the APU C-channels. All units will receive stronger clamping brackets.

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2016-08-01Steering, suspension16V467000 Volvo Trucks North America, (Volvo) is recalling certain model year 2013 VNM and VNL trucks manufactured April 16, 2012, to May 4, 2012.

Remedy: Volvo will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the axles for specific heat code serial numbers. The affected axles will be replaced, free of charge. The recall began on August 1, 2016.

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2017-02-16Service brakes, air16V928000 Volvo Trucks North America (Volvo) is recalling certain model year 2013-2017 VNL and VNM trucks and certain model year 2017 VNX trucks.

Remedy: Volvo will notify owners, and dealers will reprogram the vehicle control module and replace the air dryer filter, free of charge. The recall began on February 16, 2017. Owners may contact Volvo customer service at 1-800-528-6586.

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2018-10-22Audit queryClosed 2023-08-04 Discrepancies in Required CFR Reporting
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Date not on fileParking brake13V152000 Volvo Trucks North America (Volvo) is recalling certain model year 2011-2013 VHD and VNL vehicles manufactured December 13, 2010, through July 17, 2012. These vehicles are equipped with an MGM Type 24 J-series piston parking brake chamber.

Remedy: Volvo will notify owners and the brake chambers will be replaced as needed, free of charge. The safety recall is expected to begin on, or before, June 17, 2013. Owners may contact Volvo at 1-336-393-2000.

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Buy-smart checklist

2013 Volvo VNL — pre-purchase inspection

Inspect

Tires: 2 reports on file for this year.
Visibility: 1 report on file for this year.
Structure: 1 report on file for this year.

Verify these recalls were completed

Recall 13V152000 · Parking brake
Recall 12V036000 · Service brakes, air
Recall 13V102000 · Electrical system
Recall 13V268000 · Power train
Recall 13V366000 · Power train
Recall 14V139000 · Engine and engine cooling
Recall 14V356000 · Forward collision avoidance
Recall 14V739000 · Power train
Recall 14V740000 · Tires
Recall 15V524000 · Service brakes
Recall 15V643000 · Trailer hitches
Recall 15V634000 · Electrical system
Recall 16V467000 · Steering, suspension
Recall 16V928000 · Service brakes, air

FAQ

Is the 2013 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 2013 Volvo VNL?: The most-reported component is tires, accounting for 29% of complaints on file.
How many recalls does the 2013 Volvo VNL have?: 14 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.