AI Damage2023 Volvo VNL: common problems
The maker issued 53 service bulletins for this year. Details by component below, with sources.
Key figures
- Technical service bulletins (TSB)
- 53
Components owners complain about
| Component | Owner complaints | involving a crash | Technical service bulletins (TSB) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Electrical system | 0 | 0 | 20 |
| Engine and cooling | 0 | 0 | 16 |
| Powertrain | 0 | 0 | 7 |
| Equipment | 0 | 0 | 4 |
| Suspension | 0 | 0 | 3 |
| Wheels | 0 | 0 | 3 |
| Service brakes | 0 | 0 | 2 |
| Structure | 0 | 0 | 2 |
| Visibility | 0 | 0 | 2 |
| Air bags | 0 | 0 | 1 |
| Forward collision avoidance | 0 | 0 | 1 |
| Fuel system | 0 | 0 | 1 |
| Latches, locks, linkages | 0 | 0 | 1 |
| Parking brake | 0 | 0 | 1 |
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.
- Suspension. Wheel alignment, control arms, subframe, even tire wear.
Manufacturer service bulletins
Bulletin titles as filed with NHTSA.
- CBR
Volvo Chassis - Debris In 13L Cooling Systems Filled With Extended Life(VCS2)
- CBR
Chassis Equipped With VECU5 Active Datalink/Communication Faults For Multiple Modules; ABS And SRS Communication Faults.
- CBR
Diagnostic Trouble Code (DTC) P107471 -AMT-F
- CBR
Turbo Compound 2nd Generation - EGR And / Or DPF Diagnostic Trouble Codes (DTC), Diagnostic And Repair Information.
- CBR
Turbo Compound (TC) Hot Side Noise, Diagnostic Information.
- Fleet Improvement Campaign
Certain Volvo VN model trucks have seat cushions that are thinner and wear faster than previous seat model. Follow the instructions below to replace the seat cushion with an alternative cushion that is acceptable.
- Service Campaign
Volvo trucks has determined that certain VAH, VHD, and VN model trucks built with a D13 engine could experience a reduced clamping load on the turbocharger mounting hardware causing the hardware to become loose. On…
- Fleet Improvement Campaign
Certain Volvo VN model trucks could experience deep rock chips in the hood paint which could result in paint flaking or lifting.
- CBR
After cluster replacement and programming, the Driver Information Display (DID) may not function as designed.
- CBR
Vehicles built with an 11 liter engine may experience a complaint of excessive fuel in the oil. It is possible that the source of the fuel is the rear fuel galley plug in the cylinder head.
- CBR
On a Volvo Chassis - US16 - with the Bendix Lane Departure Warning System ( LDW )the alarm would not cancel once the turn signals were activated.
- CBR - Telematics Gateway (TGW) Connect Ability Issues
NHTSA lists 53 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 2023 Volvo VNL?
There are no owner complaints in the NHTSA data for this year; the data comes from 53 manufacturer service bulletins.
How many service bulletins (TSB) were issued for the 2023 Volvo VNL?
NHTSA lists 53 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 2023 Volvo VNL 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 2023 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.