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2001 Volvo VHD recalls

Source: NHTSA data as of September 22, 2026. Last refreshed Sep 23, 2026, 2:43 AM UTC.

10 recalls found in NHTSA data as of September 22, 2026

For the 2001 Volvo VHD. These apply to the model and year, not to one particular vehicle: check your VIN to see whether yours is included and whether it has been repaired.

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2001 Volvo VHD recalls, newest first

May 21, 2009NHTSA 09V173000127,764 vehicles potentially affected

Visibility › Windshield wiper/washer › Motor

Summary
Volvo trucks is recalling 127,764 my 2001-2008 vhd, vnl, vnm, and my 2005-2008 vt trucks. A seal may fail allowing water and contaminants to seep into the windshield wiper motor.
Consequence
If this happens a short circuit may occur, which over time could possibly lead to a vehicle fire.
Remedy
Volvo will replace the wiper motor free of charge. Since this recall involves a large number of vehicles, Volvo will release the recall in stages as parts are received. Priority will be given to the vehicles located in the regions/states that have a corrosive environment. The recall began on September 30, 2009. Owners may contact Volvo trucks at 1-800-528-6586.

This recall on nhtsa.gov

September 17, 2004NHTSA 04V45700056,154 vehicles potentially affected

Visibility › Windshield wiper/washer › Motor

Summary
On certain trucks equipped with valeo wiper systems, the wiper motor may be susceptive to salt intrusion that could possibly lead to a condition where the connector overheats to a point where the connector could ignite.
Consequence
If this occurs, excessive heat and smoke could result in an under hood fire.
Remedy
Dealers will inspect and replace the connector plate on the windshield wiper motor. Phase 2 of the recall began on November 1, 2004. Owners should contact Volvo trucks at 1-800-528-6586.

This recall on nhtsa.gov

May 30, 2003NHTSA 03V2040001,275 vehicles potentially affected

Trailer hitches › Fifth wheel assembly

Summary
On certain heavy duty trucks equipped with jost international jsk 37U series fifth wheels, a fatigue crack can develop in the bracket pin weld under certain loading conditions.
Consequence
If left undetected or corrected it could lead to the separation of the fifth wheel top plate from its mounting structure, possibly resulting in a crash.
Remedy
Dealers will replace the bracket pins and repair instructions free of charge. Owners who take their vehicles to an authorized dealer on an agreed upon service date and do not receive the free remedy within a reasonable time should contact jost international at 616-846-7700 or by email to recall@jostinternational.com or Volvo truck at 800-528-6586.

This recall on nhtsa.gov

March 20, 2003NHTSA 03V108000396 vehicles potentially affected

Seat belts › Front › Anchorage

Summary
Certain heavy duty class 8 trucks equipped with an optional two-man passenger bench seat fail to comply with the requirements of federal motor vehicle safety standard no. 210, "seat belt assembly anchorages." on the two-man passenger bench seat inboard (center) position, seat belt d-ring mounting bracket weldnut, the weld is not sufficient to meet the seat belt pull requirements.
Consequence
These trucks do not comply with the requirements.
Remedy
Dealers will replace the seat belt d-ring mounting bracket. Owner notification began on April 7, 2003. Owners who take their vehicles to an authorized dealer on an agreed upon service date and do not receive the free remedy within a reasonable time should contact Volvo trucks at 1-800-528-6586.

This recall on nhtsa.gov

June 13, 2002NHTSA 02V1560002,313 vehicles potentially affected

Steering › Steering wheel/handle bar

Summary
On certain heavy duty class 8 axle back vehicles, the telescoping steering shaft in some driving situations could bottom out and side load the steering gear input shaft whenever the adjustable steering column is adjusted to the lower position.
Consequence
Over time, this condition could damage the steering gear input shaft resulting in loss of vehicle control and a vehicle crash.
Remedy
Dealers will install a re-designed steering shaft, which will not bottom out during vehicle operation regardless of where the adjustable steering column is positioned. Owner notification began June 25, 2002. Owners who take their vehicles to an authorized dealer on an agreed upon service date and do not receive the free remedy within a reasonable time should contact Volvo trucks at 1-800-528-6586.

This recall on nhtsa.gov

February 11, 2002NHTSA 02V0180031,814 vehicles potentially affected

Service brakes, air › Supply › Check valve

Summary
On certain heavy duty trucks equipped with meritor wabco pneumatic anitlock brake system (ABS) valve packages, the assembly bolts on these valve packages were not tightened correctly.
Consequence
Bolts torqued below specification will not reliably prevent air leakage at the affected ABS valve package interface joints once the component begins normal vehicle operation. If air leaks develop at any of the ABS valve package interface joints, brake system pressure reductions could occur during braking or normal operation with units equipped with the traction control option, potentially extending stopping distances, possibly resulting in a vehicle crash.
Remedy
Dealers will tighten the fasteners to the proper specification. Owner notification began February 27, 2002. Owners who take their vehicles to an authorized dealer on an agreed upon service date and do not receive the free remedy within a reasonable time should contact Volvo trucks at 1-800-528-6586.

This recall on nhtsa.gov

February 5, 2002NHTSA 02V036000215 vehicles potentially affected

Power train › Axle assembly

Summary
On certain heavy duty class 8 trucks, the forward and/or rear drive axle upper axle seat can break allowing the axle to shift out of alignment.
Consequence
This could result in a loss of axle stability increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy
Dealers will inspect the upper axle seat for a certain date code that is stamped on the part, and those axles will be replaced. Owner notification began March 15, 2002. Owners who take their vehicles to an authorized dealer on an agreed upon service date and do not receive the free remedy within a reasonable time should contact Volvo trucks at 1-800-528-6586.

This recall on nhtsa.gov

August 21, 2001NHTSA 01V18900630 vehicles potentially affected

Service brakes, air › Controls, pedals and linkages

Summary
Vehicle description: heavy duty trucks built with a steerable auxiliary axle and equipped with certain meritor-wabco brake system two and four port relay valves. The valve may stick open when a high-pressure application is released.
Consequence
When the valve sticks open, it can result in a total loss of air from either the service or the park brake system. The driver may lose braking ability under a service application, possibly resulting in a vehicle crash.
Remedy
Dealers will replace these valves. Owner notification began August 31, 2001. Owners who take their vehicles to an authorized dealer on an agreed upon service date and do not receive the free remedy within a reasonable time should contact Volvo trucks at 1-800-528-6586 or meritor wabco at 800-535-5560.

This recall on nhtsa.gov

July 6, 2001NHTSA 01V226000584 vehicles potentially affected

Steering › Gear box (other than rack and pinion)

Summary
Vehicle description: heavy duty class 8 trucks. The lower steering shaft may side-load the steering gear input shaft. This condition could result in non-uniform steering wheel efforts when turning the steering wheel. In addition, once the steering wheel turn is initiated, the vehicle may continue turning without returning to the straight ahead position with driver effort.
Consequence
This condition can result in a loss of steering, increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy
Dealers will replace the lower steering shaft. Owner notification began July 19, 2001. Owners who take their vehicles to an authorized dealer on an agreed upon service date and do not receive the free remedy within a reasonable time should contact Volvo trucks at 1-800-528-6586.

This recall on nhtsa.gov

March 20, 2001NHTSA 01V092000941 vehicles potentially affected

Steering › Gear box (other than rack and pinion)

Summary
Vehicle description: class 8 heavy duty, axle back model vehicles. The design of the lower steering column shaft universal joint boot could allow the boot to get entangled in the universal joint.
Consequence
This can cause increased steering effort, creating a potential for steering lock-up.
Remedy
Owners will be advised to remove the universal joint boot per instructions. If an owner chooses, a Volvo truck dealer can perform the remedy for them. Owner notification began March 27, 2001. Owners who take their vehicles to an authorized dealer on an agreed upon service date and do not receive the free remedy within a reasonable time should contact Volvo trucks at 1-800-528-6586.

This recall on nhtsa.gov

Owner complaints

Owners have filed 1 complaint about the 2001 Volvo VHD with NHTSA. Complaints are unverified reports from the public; NHTSA uses them to decide what to investigate.

Crashes reported
0
Fires reported
0
Injuries reported
0
Deaths reported
0

Most complained-about components

  1. Steering1

Other Volvo VHD years

Other 2001 Volvo models

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  3. 2001 Honda Accord (19 recalls)
  4. 2001 Ford Windstar (16 recalls)
  5. 2001 Ford Escape (15 recalls)
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Questions

Does the 2001 Volvo VHD have any recalls?
10 recalls found in NHTSA data as of September 22, 2026, covering: visibility, trailer hitches, seat belts, steering, service brakes, air, power train. Recalls apply to the model and year; whether a particular vehicle is included, and whether it has been repaired, depends on its VIN.
How do I check if my 2001 Volvo VHD recall has been fixed?
Enter your 17-character VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls, or ask a Volvo dealer. Recall repairs are free. NHTSA's VIN search doesn't list recalls that were already repaired.
How many complaints have owners filed about the 2001 Volvo VHD?
1 complaint filed with NHTSA. Complaints are unverified reports from the public that NHTSA uses to decide what to investigate.