Volvo Chassis - LED Headlights Conversion Programming Procedure - Model VNL
full bulletin at NHTSA ↗2007 Volvo VNL lighting problems
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Complaints
3
Recalls
0
Avg fix
$250
When does it fail?
Of the 3 lighting complaints filed for the 2007 Volvo VNL, here's the actual mileage breakdown — failures cluster heaviest at 100,000-125,000 mi.
0-25k
25-50k
50-75k
75-100k
100-125k
125-150k
150k+
Each bar shows the share of total complaints filed at that mileage range. Peak failure window highlighted. Some owners report problems earlier; some make it well past 150,000 miles symptom-free. Maintenance habits and driving conditions shift the curve as much as mileage alone.
What stands out
No new NHTSA lighting complaint has been filed on this vehicle in over 16 years — the issue may be aging out of the active population.
Is there a fix? Manufacturer service bulletins
The manufacturer has issued service bulletins covering lighting on this vehicle — documented repair instructions, service campaigns, or warranty extensions sent to dealers. A TSB isn't a recall (it's not a free safety remedy), but it's the manufacturer acknowledging the issue and how to fix it.
Volvo Chassis - Diagnostic Trouble Code ( DTC ) P226C Intermittently Lighting The Malfunction Indicator Lamp ( MIL ) - OBD15 And OBD16 Conventional ChassisUpdated to reflect release of FSB284-064 (Above)
full bulletin at NHTSA ↗Diagnostic Trouble Code ( DTC ) P249C Intermittently Lighting The Malfunction Indicator Lamp ( MIL ) - OBD15 And OBD16, Model Year ( MY ) 2016 and 2017 ChassisUpdated to reflect release of FSB284-064 (Above)
full bulletin at NHTSA ↗Fog Lamp Moisture Intrusion
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What owners are reporting 3 most recent
Tl* the contact owns a 2007 Volvo vnl64t truck. The contact stated the headlight covers were deteriorating and reducing visibility for the driver. In addition, the failure would cause the headlights to become extremely foggy and hazy. There were no recalls for the vehicle and the dealer advised any repairs would be at the contacts expense. The vehicle was not repaired. The failure mileage was…
Tl-the contact owns a 2007 Volvo vnl64t truck. While inspecting the vehicle he notice the headlights covers was deteriorating and the plastic was flogged. The covers deteriorating reduces visibility for the drivers. The vehicle has not been repaired. He has contact the dealer and was told there were no recall. The cost per the dealer would be over $600. The failure mileage was 120,000 and the…
I have ~15 years experience driving most make/models of class 8 trucks in alaska and lower 48 states. I have never operated any truck with low beam headlights so bad that I had to risk blinding on-coming traffic with my high beams in order to operate at all after sunset - until this one. The projector style lens sheds little more light on the pavement ahead than I expect from a clearance lamp…
Had lighting trouble with your 2007 Volvo VNL?
File a complaint with NHTSA → It's free, official, and how every report above got here — owner filings are the federal safety record this page is built on.
Common questions
How serious is the lighting problem on the 2007 Volvo VNL?
It's a documented issue but not catastrophic. 3 complaints have been filed. Repairs average $250 and most owners catch it before it causes a breakdown.
At what mileage does the lighting typically fail?
Based on the 3 complaints filed, lighting issues most often appear around 121,000 miles. Some report problems earlier; some make it well past 150,000 with no symptoms. Maintenance habits matter — vehicles that received timely fluid services and were not regularly overworked tend to last longer.
What does it cost to fix?
Independent shops typically charge around $250 for lighting repairs on this vehicle. Dealer pricing tends to run 20-40% higher. The exact figure depends on the specific failure mode, parts availability, and your local labor rates. If you're outside factory warranty, an extended service contract often covers this category.
Are there any recalls related to lighting?
No active recalls currently cover lighting issues on this vehicle. The complaints filed represent owner-reported failures that haven't risen to the level of a manufacturer-issued recall — but they're still worth knowing about before you buy or budget for repairs.
Related
Complaint and recall data sourced from the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA)
public records database. Verify the raw federal record at
nhtsa.gov/vehicle/2007/Volvo/VNL.
Severity ratings are derived from reported crashes, fires, injuries, and fatalities. Repair cost estimates are
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