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2003 Volvo VHD recalls

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

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

For the 2003 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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2003 Volvo VHD recalls, newest first

October 18, 2012NHTSA 12V5100001,496 vehicles potentially affected

Seat belts

Summary
Volvo is recalling certain model year 2002-2013 VHD and VN trucks, manufactured from August 4, 2000, through June 22, 2012, and equipped with bench passenger seats. The seat belt d-ring weld may not be sufficient enough to meet the seat belt pull test. Therefore, these vehicles fail to conform to the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard No. 210, "Seat Belt Assembly Anchorages."
Consequence
In the event of a crash, an insufficient seat belt weld may prevent the seat belt from properly restraining the occupant. This increases the risk of injury to the seat occupant.
Remedy
Volvo Trucks of America will notify owners, and dealers will replace the suspected d-ring, free of change. The safety recall began on May 10, 2013. Owners may contact Volvo at 1-336-393-2000.

This recall on nhtsa.gov

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

December 14, 2007NHTSA 07V573000104,845 vehicles potentially affected

Electrical system › Wiring › Fuses and circuit breakers

Summary
On certain heavy duty trucks, the circuit protection (i.e. Automatic circuit breakers) used to protect the vehicle lighting system may not provide adequate protection.
Consequence
If a short circuit occurs and is left untreated, components and wiring may be subject to overheating which could possibly result in a vehicle fire.
Remedy
Dealers will replace the circuit breakers with fuses. The recall began on February 25, 2008. Owners may contact Volvo trucks at 1-800-528-6586.

This recall on nhtsa.gov

June 14, 2006NHTSA 06V213000873 vehicles potentially affected

Wheels

Summary
On certain trucks, the wheel spacer may become distorted from heat which potentially could lead to a loss of clamp that may result in loose wheel nuts.
Consequence
If the wheel nuts loosen for any reason, damage to the wheel studs and wheel may occur, and may lead to a complete separation of the wheels from the truck which could result in a vehicle crash.
Remedy
Dealers will replace the wheel spacers and the wheel equipment (wheels,studs, and hub) will be inspected for damage and replaced if necessary free of charge. The recall began on June 26, 2006. Owners may contact Volvo trucks at 1-800-528-6586.

This recall on nhtsa.gov

January 26, 2006NHTSA 06V02100033,102 vehicles potentially affected

Engine and engine cooling › Exhaust system

Summary
On certain trucks equipped with D12D engines, the exhaust gas recirculation (EGR) cooler inlet pipes or the pipes that connect the EGR valves to the cooler may crack or break.
Consequence
If the pipes or the cooler inlet pipes fail and are left untreated, the air cleaner and inner fender may be subject to hot exhaust gases, which could lead to a fire.
Remedy
Dealers will inspect and repair the EGR cooler pipes as required and install a heat shield free of charge. An interim owner letter was mailed on February 17, 2006, to advise on precautions that the owner can take until parts become available. Owners are being notified starting March 3, 2006, that parts are now available. 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

August 12, 2004NHTSA 04V404000126 vehicles potentially affected

Seats

Summary
Certain trucks fail to conform to the requirements of federal motor vehicle safety standard no. 207, 'seating systems.' the bench seat, as installed, does not the seat pull requirements of the standard.
Consequence
The seat anchorage to the floor may not be sufficient to retain the adjusted seating position, which could lead to personal injury or death in the even tof a crash.
Remedy
Dealers will replace the passenger side bench seat with a different brand of seat. The recall began November 1, 2004. Owners should contact Volvo trucks at 1-800-528-6586.

This recall on nhtsa.gov

February 13, 2004NHTSA 04V07800092 vehicles potentially affected

Steering › Gear box › Shaft pitman

Summary
On certain heavy-duty class 8 trucks, the pinch bolt attaching the steering drag link to the pitman arm may not have been sufficiently tightened.
Consequence
The bolt could loosen allowing the drag link and pitman arm to separate, resulting in uncontrollable steering which could result in a crash.
Remedy
Dealers will install a new pinch bolt and tighten to the required torque. Owner notification is expected to begin during March 2004. 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 13, 2004NHTSA 04V0770002,112 vehicles potentially affected

Engine and engine cooling

Summary
On certain heavy-duty class 8 trucks, the assembled engine pre-heater jumper wiring harness was incorrectly assembled.
Consequence
The engine pre-heater could overheat resulting in damage to the pre-heater and other engine heat sensitive components near the pre-heater and the ability to re-start the engine could be compromised, increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy
Dealers will repair the affected circuits in the jumper wiring harness connector. Owner notification is expected to begin during March 2004. 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

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

Owner complaints

Owners have filed 3 complaints about the 2003 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. Electrical system2
  2. Engine and engine cooling1
  3. Engine and engine cooling › Engine1
  4. Hydraulic › Antilock/traction control/electronic limited slip1
  5. Service brakes1

Other Volvo VHD years

Other 2003 Volvo models

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Questions

Does the 2003 Volvo VHD have any recalls?
11 recalls found in NHTSA data as of September 22, 2026, covering: seat belts, visibility, electrical system, wheels, engine and engine cooling, seats. 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 2003 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 2003 Volvo VHD?
3 complaints filed with NHTSA. Complaints are unverified reports from the public that NHTSA uses to decide what to investigate.