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2022 Volvo VNL problems

The 2022 Volvo VNL has 7 active recall campaigns on file and only 2 owner complaints in the NHTSA database. Often that means the recall caught it before the field did.

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The 2022 Volvo VNL has 2 NHTSA owner complaints and 7 recalls on file (U.S. federal records, as of August 2026). Source: NHTSA Office of Defects Investigation.

Volvo VNL owner complaints by model year
Model yearOwner complaintsRecalls
2019 VNL 4 8
2020 VNL 0 9
2021 VNL 0 7
2022 VNL (this page) 2 7
2023 VNL 1 3
2024 VNL 0 7
2025 VNL 0 1
2022 Volvo VNL
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Limited NHTSA data — only 2 complaints on file. The score reflects what's reported, but a small sample skews easily. 7 active recalls on file.

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Should you avoid this 2022 VNL?
Not enough data for a verdict

Only 2 NHTSA complaints on file — too few for a confident call. The 7 active recalls above remain authoritative; read those first.

Our read of the federal NHTSA complaint and recall record for this exact year and model — not a substitute for a pre-purchase inspection. How we score.

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What owners are saying recent NHTSA-filed complaints · verbatim

2022 VNL · engine
The contact owns a 2022 Volvo VNL860. The contact stated that upon attempting to drain the driver’s side air tank, he noticed that the air tank flaring was loose. The service technician tightened the flaring. Additionally, the contact stated while driving at an undisclosed…
03/03/2023 · at 168,000 mi · NHTSA ODI #11510027.0
2022 VNL · brakes
The contact owns a 2022 Volvo VNL. The contact stated that while driving at an undisclosed speed, the vehicle lost motive power and was unable to accelerate above 10 MPH, after which the low coolant warning light illuminated on the instrument panel. After a visual inspection of…
01/29/2024 · at 313,000 mi · NHTSA ODI #11568530.0
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Active recalls showing 3 of 7

severe NHTSA 23V511000 July 24, 2023

Volvo Trucks North America (Volvo Trucks) is recalling certain 2022-2024 VNR, VNL, VHD, and VAH trucks

Inoperative windshield wipers can reduce visibility, increasing the risk of a crash.

Fix: Dealers will replace the windshield wiper motor assembly, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed November 1, 2023. Owners may contact Volvo Trucks customer service at 1-800-528-6586. Volvo Trucks number for this recall is RVXX2309.
severe NHTSA 23V403000 June 4, 2023

Volvo Trucks North America (Volvo Truck) is recalling certain 2022-2024 VNL and VHD vehicles equipped with RollTek driver seats

An air bag that does not deploy, increases the risk of an injury.

Fix: Dealers will connect a jumper harness between the seat and main cab harness, free of charge. Owner notification letters are expected to be mailed August 4, 2023. Owners may contact Volvo Trucks' customer service at 1-800-528-6586. Volvo Trucks' number for this recall is RVXX2305.
severe NHTSA 22V896000 December 6, 2022

Volvo Trucks North America (Volvo Trucks) is recalling certain 2022-2023 VNL vehicles

Broken fasteners may allow the air tank to detach from the vehicle, becoming a road hazard and increasing the risk of a crash.

Fix: Dealers will replace the fasteners, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed December 16, 2022. Owners may contact Volvo Trucks' customer service at 1-800-528-6586. Volvo Trucks' number for this recall is RVXX2205.
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Common questions

Is the 2022 Volvo VNL reliable?

Limited NHTSA data. Only 2 owner complaints have been filed for the 2022 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 2022 Volvo VNL?

Only 2 NHTSA complaints on file — too few for a confident call. The 7 active recalls above remain authoritative; read those first. We don't issue a buy/avoid verdict on the 2022 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 2022 Volvo VNL?

There isn't enough NHTSA complaint data on the 2022 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 2022 Volvo VNL a good used car to buy?

Hard to say from federal data alone — only 2 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 2022 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 2022 Volvo VNL?

Hard to say from NHTSA data alone with only 2 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.

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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/2022/Volvo/VNL. Editorial commentary written by ProblemsByVin contributors and reviewed by ASE-certified mechanics. We are not affiliated with Volvo. Some links on this page are affiliate links and we may earn a commission if you purchase through them.
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