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ProblemsByVin File / 2025-VOLVO-VN
2025 · Volvo

Volvo VN problems

3 safety recalls. 0 owner complaints. We mapped every trouble spot before you sign the papers.

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Reliability score
9.4 / 10

Above-average reliability for the segment. Few systemic issues on file.

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Active recalls showing 3 of 3

severe NHTSA 25V257000 17/04/2025

Volvo Trucks North America (Volvo Trucks) is recalling certain 2022-2025 Volvo VN and 2025 New VN trucks

A detached idler gear can damage the engine, resulting in a stall and increasing the risk of a crash or injury.

Fix: Dealers will inspect and replace the turbo compound units as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed April 28, 2025. Owners may contact Volvo Trucks' customer service at 1-800-528-6586. Volvo Trucks' number for this recall is RVXX2504.
severe NHTSA 24V423000 09/06/2024

Volvo Trucks North America (Volvo Trucks) is recalling certain 2025 VN trucks

A sudden loss of steering control increases the risk of a crash.

Fix: Owners are advised not to drive their vehicles until the remedy has been completed. Dealers will inspect and replace the tie rod ends as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed June 18, 2024. Owners may contact Volvo Trucks customer service at 1-800-528-6586. Volvo Truck's number for this recall is RVXX2404.
severe NHTSA 25V332000 06/06/2025

Volvo Trucks North America (Volvo Trucks) is recalling certain 2025-2026 Volvo VN trucks

An electrical short can cause an engine stall, increasing the risk of a crash. An electrical short can also cause the cables to overheat, increasing the risk of a fire.

Fix: Dealers will re-route the power cables, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed June 17, 2025. Owners may contact Volvo Trucks' customer service at 800-528-6586. Volvo Trucks' number for this recall is RVXX2505.

Common questions

Is the 2025 Volvo VN reliable?

Mostly yes. With a reliability score of 9.4 out of 10 based on 0 owner complaints filed with NHTSA, the 2025 Volvo VN is generally a sound vehicle. The areas to watch are listed in the top problem section above — most are budget items, not deal-breakers.

What's the most common problem on the 2025 Volvo VN?

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 VN 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 2025 Volvo VN?

Math is straightforward: a quality service contract runs $1,800–3,500 over 3 years. With 0 complaints on file, one major failure more than pays for it. The catch is reading the contract — many providers exclude wear items and require pre-authorization, so cheaper plans aren't always better value.

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