AI Damage2017 Volvo VN: common problems
The maker issued 267 service bulletins for this year. Details by component below, with sources.
Key figures
- Technical service bulletins (TSB)
- 267
Components owners complain about
| Component | Owner complaints | involving a crash | Technical service bulletins (TSB) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Electrical system | 0 | 0 | 73 |
| Engine and cooling | 0 | 0 | 73 |
| Equipment | 0 | 0 | 44 |
| Engine | 0 | 0 | 33 |
| Powertrain | 0 | 0 | 31 |
| Fuel system | 0 | 0 | 24 |
| Structure | 0 | 0 | 12 |
| Suspension | 0 | 0 | 12 |
| Fuel/propulsion system | 0 | 0 | 7 |
| Service brakes | 0 | 0 | 6 |
| Steering | 0 | 0 | 4 |
| Vehicle speed control | 0 | 0 | 4 |
| Visibility | 0 | 0 | 3 |
| Exterior lighting | 0 | 0 | 2 |
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.
- Engine. Cold start, unusual noises, oil leaks and engine codes.
- Powertrain. Shift quality under load, harsh shifts, transmission codes, CV joints.
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 - Z Spring Bracket Wear
- Emissions - Volvo Trucks has determined that certain vehicles equipped with a model year (“MY”) 2017-2018…
Emissions - Volvo Trucks has determined that certain vehicles equipped with a model year (“MY”) 2017-2018 11L engine may not meet California and Federal Regulations (CARB).
- 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 - Frame or Cab Lean
- 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.
- CBR - A significant GPS reporting issue is affecting fleet operations, with trucks maintaining back-office…
CBR - A significant GPS reporting issue is affecting fleet operations, with trucks maintaining back-office communication but failing to transmit GPS location data.
- Volvo Chassis - Frame Or Cab Lean
- Volvo Chassis equipped with Volvo Active Driver Assist may display DTC / Fault code SPN 516103 FMI 19 on…
Volvo 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.
- Vehicles Equipped With a Common Rail Fuel System - Aftermarket Secondary Fuel Filters, Important…
Vehicles Equipped With a Common Rail Fuel System - Aftermarket Secondary Fuel Filters, Important Information On Approved Filters - US17+OBD16 toUS21+OBD23
- Inactive Code P25AE00 Being Generated After A Hard Pull And A Momentary Drop In Engine Oil Pressure (Low…
Inactive Code P25AE00 Being Generated After A Hard Pull And A Momentary Drop In Engine Oil Pressure (Low Oil Pressure) (Possible Related Codes - SPN4811 , SPN 100 , PID 100)
NHTSA lists 267 bulletins for this year; the 12 newest are shown here.
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Questions and answers
What are the most common problems with the 2017 Volvo VN?
There are no owner complaints in the NHTSA data for this year; the data comes from 267 manufacturer service bulletins.
How many service bulletins (TSB) were issued for the 2017 Volvo VN?
NHTSA lists 267 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 2017 Volvo VN 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 2017 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.