AI Damage2021 Volvo VHD: common problems
The maker issued 238 service bulletins for this year. Details by component below, with sources.
Key figures
- Technical service bulletins (TSB)
- 238
Components owners complain about
| Component | Owner complaints | involving a crash | Technical service bulletins (TSB) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Electrical system | 0 | 0 | 77 |
| Engine and cooling | 0 | 0 | 72 |
| Equipment | 0 | 0 | 27 |
| Powertrain | 0 | 0 | 27 |
| Structure | 0 | 0 | 13 |
| Engine | 0 | 0 | 11 |
| Service brakes | 0 | 0 | 11 |
| Suspension | 0 | 0 | 11 |
| Fuel system | 0 | 0 | 10 |
| Wheels | 0 | 0 | 8 |
| Vehicle speed control | 0 | 0 | 7 |
| Parking brake | 0 | 0 | 5 |
| Fuel/propulsion system | 0 | 0 | 4 |
| Exterior lighting | 0 | 0 | 3 |
Comparison
What to check before buying
- Electrical system. Scan all modules, test the battery and alternator, inspect connectors near the impact zone.
- Engine and cooling. Radiator and fan after a frontal hit, coolant level and condition, overheating.
- Powertrain. Shift quality under load, harsh shifts, transmission codes, CV joints.
- Structure. Rails, pillars, panel gaps, signs of pulling or welding.
Manufacturer service bulletins
Bulletin titles as filed with NHTSA.
- Overheating has been observed at the alternator power cable and ground cable connection, resulting in…
Overheating has been observed at the alternator power cable and ground cable connection, resulting in melted insulation around the terminal area. The alternator power cable connection should maintain a stable…
- This CBR solution addresses the issue of binding between the outer air filter housing and inner HVAC box…
This CBR solution addresses the issue of binding between the outer air filter housing and inner HVAC box due to misalignment during installation.
- CBR - Volvo Chassis - Model VHD - Splash Shield Rubbing Lower Cowl - Model Year 2018 - Current
- CBR - Z Spring Bracket Wear
- CBR - No Start Condition After Over the Air Programing - VECU5 No Start "Safe State"
- CBR - Volvo Chassis - I-Shift Transmission - Moisture / Contamination Found In The Transmission Electronic…
CBR - Volvo Chassis - I-Shift Transmission - Moisture / Contamination Found In The Transmission Electronic Control Unit (TECU ) Air Ports And Control Housing.
- CBR - Volvo DEF Level (UQLS) Sensor Troubleshooting Guide - US17+OBD16 Emissions and US22+OBD23 (DOES NOT…
- CBR - 3 Liter Engines ONLY - Engine Coolant Pump Housing Leak; Coolant Found Around The Oil Cooler Duct…
CBR - 3 Liter Engines ONLY - Engine Coolant Pump Housing Leak; Coolant Found Around The Oil Cooler Duct Cover Or In Between The Coolant Pump Housing And Oil Cooler Housing
- CBR - Frame or Cab Lean
- CBR - 13 Liter Engines ONLY - Engine Coolant Pump Housing Leak; Coolant Found Around The Oil Cooler Duct…
CBR - 13 Liter Engines ONLY - Engine Coolant Pump Housing Leak; Coolant Found Around The Oil Cooler Duct Cover Or In Between The Coolant Pump Housing And Oil Cooler Housing
- CBR - When an OTA (Over-The-Air) job starts to program the VECU blocks the starter relay out, if the job…
CBR - When an OTA (Over-The-Air) job starts to program the VECU blocks the starter relay out, if the job ends in a Critical failure, the vehicle will remain in Safe State.
- CBR - US17AbstractVolvo Chassis equipped with Volvo Active Driver Assist may display DTC / Fault code SPN…
CBR - US17AbstractVolvo Chassis equipped with Volvo Active Driver Assist may display DTC / Fault code SPN 516103 FMI 19 on Premium Tech Tool ( PTT ) or J-Pro, and code 167 in Bendix ACOM software.
NHTSA lists 238 bulletins for this year; the 12 newest are shown here.
Other years of this model
Questions and answers
What are the most common problems with the 2021 Volvo VHD?
There are no owner complaints in the NHTSA data for this year; the data comes from 238 manufacturer service bulletins.
How many service bulletins (TSB) were issued for the 2021 Volvo VHD?
NHTSA lists 238 manufacturer service bulletins for this year. A bulletin tells dealers how to diagnose or fix a known issue; it is not a recall.
Should I buy a 2021 Volvo VHD from a US auction?
Owner complaints describe defects, not crash damage. Before bidding, check the components listed above and review the lot photos: VinWind builds a report of visible and hidden damage by VIN.
Other 2021 models
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Sources: public NHTSA data (USA): service bulletins and owner complaints; YouTube: links to videos credited to their authors. Complaints are owner statements not verified by NHTSA, and describe defects rather than crash damage. Data updated 2026-11-04.