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2008 Volvo VNL recalls

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

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

For the 2008 Volvo VNL. 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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2008 Volvo VNL recalls, newest first

June 26, 2013NHTSA 13V26800023,056 vehicles potentially affected

Power train › Clutch assembly

Summary
Volvo Trucks North America (Volvo) is recalling certain model year 2007-2014 VAH, VHD, VNL, VNM, and VT models. The affected vehicles were built without a redundant clutch disengagement switch. Without a redundant switch, a loss of signal from the brake air pressure switch can prevent the clutch from automatically disengaging when the brake is applied.
Consequence
Without a signal to disengage the clutch when the brakes are applied, the distance required to stop the truck may lengthen, increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy
Volvo Trucks will notify owners and dealers will inspect and repair the vehicles if necessary. The recall began on August 26, 2013. Volvo's recall number is RVXX1303. Owners may contact Volvo at 1-336-393-2000.

This recall on nhtsa.gov

October 12, 2010NHTSA 10V4920001,926 vehicles potentially affected

Equipment › Other › Labels

Summary
Volvo is recalling certain model year 2008-2011 vhd, vnl, vnm, as well as 2008-2010 vt vehicles for failing to comply with the requirements of part 567, "certification." the tire description may be incorrect on the vehicle's certification label.
Consequence
The misinformation on these labels could lead to a vehicle overloading that can increase risk of a crash.
Remedy
Dealers will inspect and replace the labels free of charge. The safety recall began on February 25, 2011. Owners may contact Volvo at 1-800-458-1552.

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

January 27, 2009NHTSA 09V030000366 vehicles potentially affected

Service brakes, air

Summary
Volvo trucks is recalling 366 my 2006-2009 vnl trucks equipped with super single tires, bendix brake cam tubes, and Volvo air suspension. The vibration frequency from the suspension with super single tires may result in a fatigue crack of the mounting brackets for the brake cam tube.
Consequence
If left untreated, the crack can propagate and cause failure of the brake cam tube support bracket(s), which can result in loss of brakes at the corresponding wheel end increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy
Dealers will add a support bracket to the brake cam tube. The recall began on June 30, 2009. Owners may contact Volvo trucks at 1-800-528-6586.

This recall on nhtsa.gov

January 24, 2008NHTSA 08V028000798 vehicles potentially affected

Engine and engine cooling › Engine › Diesel

Summary
On certain trucks, an incorrect software parameter was loaded which resulted in the diesel particulate filter (DPF) 'inhibit' function being disabled. The 'inhibit' function is a means for the driver to stop a DPF regeneration from occurring if a vehicle is in a location that may present a hazardous situation.
Consequence
If the driver believes that regeneration has been stopped when it has not, it could result in a fire.
Remedy
Dealers will change the control parameters. The recall began on February 15, 2008. 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

November 19, 2007NHTSA 07V5290002,054 vehicles potentially affected

Steering › Gear box (other than rack and pinion)

Summary
On certain trucks, the bolts that attach the steering gear to the frame may not have been tightened to the specified torque.
Consequence
Loss of steering control could occur increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy
Dealers will tighten the bolts free of charge. The recall began on December 3, 2007. Owners may contact Volvo trucks at 1-800-528-6586.

This recall on nhtsa.gov

October 23, 2007NHTSA 07V4960006,519 vehicles potentially affected

Trailer hitches › Fifth wheel assembly

Summary
On certain trucks equipped with a saf holland simplex fifth wheel, the lever arm pivot bolt may have been over tightened. An over tightened pivot bolt can distort the pivot bolt spacer sleeve, which may prevent the fifth wheel latch jaw from closing and latching securely around the trailer king pin.
Consequence
There is a possibility that the pivot bolt can become loose without the driver's knowledge. When this occurs, the driver could drive away and the trailer could become disengaged, increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy
Dealers will replace the pivot bolt and sleeve with a hex head shoulder bolt and washer free of charge. The recall began on January 28, 2008. Owners may contact Volvo trucks at 1-800-528-6586.

This recall on nhtsa.gov

September 10, 2007NHTSA 07V410000956 vehicles potentially affected

Structure › Body › Hood › Hinge and attachments

Summary
On certain trucks, the hood restraint cylinder does not contain enough dampening to adequately restrain the hood.
Consequence
The cylinders could possibly separate, which would leave the hood unrestrained when opening and closing the hood.
Remedy
Dealers will replace the hood restraint cylinders free of charge. The recall began on October 15, 2007. Owners may contact Volvo trucks at 1-800-528-6586.

This recall on nhtsa.gov

August 7, 2007NHTSA 07V345000677 vehicles potentially affected

Fuel system, diesel

Summary
On certain trucks, an unprotected lead in the thermoswitch of the heater may make contact with another post possibly creating a short circuit, which can result in continuous operation of the heating element.
Consequence
If the condition exists and the key is left on without fuel in the filter, the heating element may heat to a point where a flame becomes present at the tip of the element which could result in a vehicle fire.
Remedy
Dealers will inspect the thermoswitch and will replace it if necessary. The recall began on September 10, 2007. Owners may contact Volvo trucks at 1-800-528-6586.

This recall on nhtsa.gov

July 24, 2007NHTSA 07V3230009,102 vehicles potentially affected

Steering

Summary
On certain trucks, the nut used to retain the steering shaft may or may not be a lock nut that has the locking feature. A lock nut is required to provide additional resistance to ensure that the nut does not come loose.
Consequence
If the nut were to come loose, the steering shaft could potentially separate resulting in loss of steering control which could cause a crash.
Remedy
Dealers will replace the steering shaft pinch bolts and locknuts free of charge. The recall began on August 24, 2007. Owners may contact Volvo trucks at 1-800-528-6586.

This recall on nhtsa.gov

March 16, 2007NHTSA 07V10800084 vehicles potentially affected

Power train › Axle assembly

Summary
On certain trucks, the axle housings may have been manufactured with steel that was out of specification which could result in a fatigue failure over time.
Consequence
If a fatigue failure occurs and is left unattended, the axle may lock up or the end of the axle could come off, which may result in a vehicle crash.
Remedy
Dealers will repair and inspect the axles and replace them free of charge. The recall began on April 9, 2007. Owners may contact Volvo trucks at 1-800-528-6586.

This recall on nhtsa.gov

Owner complaints

Owners have filed 3 complaints about the 2008 Volvo VNL 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. Service brakes1
  2. Steering1
  3. Structure › Body › Door1

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Questions

Does the 2008 Volvo VNL have any recalls?
12 recalls found in NHTSA data as of September 22, 2026, covering: power train, equipment, visibility, service brakes, air, engine and engine cooling, electrical system. 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 2008 Volvo VNL 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 2008 Volvo VNL?
3 complaints filed with NHTSA. Complaints are unverified reports from the public that NHTSA uses to decide what to investigate.