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2013 Volvo VNL problems
The 2013 Volvo VNL has 14 active recall campaigns on file and only 7 owner complaints in the NHTSA database. Often that means the recall caught it before the field did.
The 2013 Volvo VNL has 7 NHTSA owner complaints and 14 recalls on file (U.S. federal records, as of August 2026). Source: NHTSA Office of Defects Investigation.
Limited NHTSA data — only 7 complaints on file. The score reflects what's reported, but a small sample skews easily. 14 active recalls on file.
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Should you avoid this 2013 VNL?
Not enough data for a verdict
Only 7 NHTSA complaints on file — too few for a confident call. The 14 active recalls above remain authoritative; read those first.
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What owners are saying
recent NHTSA-filed complaints · verbatim
2013 VNL· steering
Tl* the contact owns a 2013 Volvo vnl. While driving 40 to 60 MPH, the vehicle abruptly swerved out of control. Force had to be applied to the steering wheel to keep the vehicle under control. The failure was experienced numerous times. The vehicle was taken to an independent…
Vehicle began throwing brake ECU code 136 66 7 and TCS light remains illuminated. When this code is active and TCS light is illuminated vehicle seems to require more braking distance, and more brake air pressure applied to get the same braking results as when the code is not…
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. I have over 45 yrs experience & know how to properly adjust mirrors. If adjusted to…
There is fabric cover to cover up an overhead window towards the top interior of cab compartment. It is only held in place by a small suction cup. Numerous times this has fallen on me while I'm driving. I have tried taping it and even the tape won't stick because of the…
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Volvo Trucks North America (Volvo) is recalling certain model year 2013-2017 VNL and VNM trucks and certain model year 2017 VNX trucks
If the brake system becomes contaminated, braking performance could be affected, increasing the risk of a crash.
Fix: 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. Volvo's number for this recall is RVXX1608.
Volvo Trucks North America, (Volvo) is recalling certain model year 2013 VNM and VNL trucks manufactured April 16, 2012, to May 4, 2012
The improperly heat treated axles may fracture, resulting in a loss of vehicle control and increasing the risk of a crash.
Fix: 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. Owners may contact Volvo customer service at 1-800-528-6586. Volvo's number for this recall is RVXX1605.
Volvo Trucks North America (Volvo) is recalling certain model year 2011-2013 VNL and VNM trucks manufactured June 21, 2010, to December 14, 2012
If the fifth wheel and locking mechanism are sufficiently damaged, the locking mechanism may fail to operate as intended and the trailer may unexpectedly detach from the tractor, increasing the risk of a crash.
Fix: 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. Volvo's number for this recall is RVXX1507.
Limited NHTSA data. Only 7 owner complaints have been filed for the 2013 Volvo VNL, which is not enough for a meaningful reliability score. Active recalls (if any) are listed on this page and remain authoritative — those are verified defects regardless of complaint volume. For a confident reliability read we look for at least 10 owner complaints in the federal database.
Should you avoid the 2013 Volvo VNL?
Only 7 NHTSA complaints on file — too few for a confident call. The 14 active recalls above remain authoritative; read those first. We don't issue a buy/avoid verdict on the 2013 Volvo VNL without a meaningful complaint sample — doing so off a handful of filings would be guesswork.
What should I check before buying a used 2013 Volvo VNL?
There isn't enough NHTSA complaint data on the 2013 Volvo VNL to flag a standout failure pattern. Run the VIN for open recalls — those are free to fix regardless of warranty — get a standard pre-purchase inspection, and ask the seller for service records.
Is the 2013 Volvo VNL a good used car to buy?
Hard to say from federal data alone — only 7 owner complaints have been filed. Lean on the recall list above, a pre-purchase inspection, and a vehicle-history report on the specific VIN. Our data tells you what the model is known for; a history report tells you what that exact car has been through.
What's the most common problem on the 2013 Volvo VNL?
No problem area has crossed our reporting threshold yet, which is a good sign for this vehicle.
What's the most expensive thing that goes wrong?
Major repair items haven't been flagged often enough on this vehicle to single one out.
How do I check if my Volvo VNL has open recalls?
Paste your VIN into the decoder at the top of this page. We pull live from NHTSA, so you'll see exactly which campaigns apply to your vehicle and whether the dealer has logged the fix. Recall repairs are always free regardless of mileage or warranty status.
Is an extended warranty worth it on a 2013 Volvo VNL?
Hard to say from NHTSA data alone with only 7 complaints on file. A quality service contract runs $1,800–3,500 over 3 years. The decision comes down to your specific situation: vehicle cost, miles on it, how long you plan to keep it, and whether you can absorb a $3K–$8K repair without straining cashflow. With limited public data on this vehicle, lean on the recall list above and check owner forums before committing.
Recall and complaint data sourced from the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA)
public records database, last synced 5 days ago. Verify the raw federal record at
nhtsa.gov/vehicle/2013/Volvo/VNL.
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