This 2025 model shows critical reliability concerns, primarily driven by significant recall activity affecting steering and electrical system.
Key Factor:multiple critical recalls
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Safety Alert
Safety Alert: This model has a higher recall frequency (8) than the average VOLVO vehicle (0.8). Owners should prioritize checking these components.
8 recalls for this vehicle0.8 avg. recalls per vehicle (brand)
πWhy This Matters
Brake and steering systems are the foundation of vehicle control. Issues in these areas directly influence insurance risk assessments.
Insurance companies review vehicle reliability data when setting premiums. Models with elevated recall rates often see adjusted pricing.
Given this model year's elevated concern level, budget for a thorough pre-purchase inspection.
Focus Area:critical safety systems
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Expert Analysis
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Recall Trend:No Change in recalls
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Primary Risk Area:Various
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Vs Brand: Worse than avg (0.8)
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Summary:
Safety & Reliability Score
21/100
Score Breakdown
Recall Impact-64
Complaint Impact-5
Investigation Impact-10
Technical Specifications
Key specifications for the 2025 VOLVO VN
Model Year2025
MakeVOLVO
ModelVN
Fuel TypeGasoline
Body ClassPassenger Vehicle
Safety History Timeline
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Apr23
INVInvestigation Opened
Apr23
INVInvestigation Opened
Feb24
RECALLRecall Issued
Apr24
RECALLRecall Issued
Apr24
RECALLRecall Issued
May24
ISSUEFirst Report
Sep24
RECALLRecall Issued
Oct24
RECALLRecall Issued
Jan25
NEWProduction
Jan25
RECALLRecall Issued
Jan25
RECALLRecall Issued
Jun25
RECALLRecall Issued
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No Consumer Complaints Reported
Great news! There are currently no consumer complaints on file with NHTSA for the 2025 VOLVO VN. This is a positive indicator of owner satisfaction.
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Primary Risk Areas
STEERINGWHEELSELECTRICAL SYSTEMENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
Official Safety Recalls (8)
Campaign: 24V396000
STEERING:LINKAGES:DRAG:LINK:CONNECTION
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Summary
Volvo Trucks North America (Volvo Trucks) is recalling certain 2025 VN, VNRe, and VHD trucks. The drag link may contain an improperly heat-treated ball stud that can fail, resulting in a sudden loss of steering control.
Consequence
A sudden loss of steering control increases the risk of a crash.
Remedy
Owners are advised not to drive their vehicle until the repair has been performed. Dealers will inspect and replace the drag links, as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed June 20, 2024. Owners may contact Volvo Trucks customer service at 1-800-528-6586. Volvo Truck's number for this recall is RVXX2402.
Additional Notes
Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.nhtsa.gov.
Campaign: 24V397000
STEERING:ELECTRIC POWER ASSIST SYSTEM
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Summary
Volvo Trucks North America (Volvo Trucks) is recalling certain 2025 VN and VHD trucks. The steering gear may have an improperly seated plug in the valve housing, which can result in a sudden loss of steering control.
Consequence
A sudden loss of power steering assist increases the risk of a crash.
Remedy
Dealers will inspect the plug and replace the steering gear as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed June 17, 2024. Owners may contact Volvo Trucks customer service at 1-800-528-6586. Volvo Truck's number for this recall is RVXX2403.
Additional Notes
Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.nhtsa.gov.
Campaign: 24V423000
STEERING:LINKAGES:TIE ROD ASSEMBLY
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Summary
Volvo Trucks North America (Volvo Trucks) is recalling certain 2025 VN trucks. The tie rod assemblies may contain an improperly heat-treated ball stud that can fail, resulting in a sudden loss of steering control.
Consequence
A sudden loss of steering control increases the risk of a crash.
Remedy
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.
Additional Notes
Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.nhtsa.gov.
Campaign: 24V503000
STEERING:LINKAGES:TIE ROD ASSEMBLY
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Summary
Volvo Trucks North America (Volvo Trucks) is recalling certain 2025 VN and VHD trucks equipped with Composilite EXS20 steerable lift axle suspension assemblies. The tie rod assembly ball stud could have been improperly heat treated and can fail.
Consequence
The ball stud can separate from the vehicle becoming a road hazard, increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy
Dealers will inspect and replace the tie rod end assemblies as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed July 15, 2024. Owners may contact Volvo Trucks customer service at 1-800-528-6586. Volvo Truck's number for this recall is RVXX2405.
Additional Notes
Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.nhtsa.gov.
Campaign: 24V665000
WHEELS:LUGS/NUTS/BOLTS/STUDS
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Summary
Volvo Trucks North America (Volvo Trucks) is recalling certain 2025 VN and VHD trucks. The wheel lug nuts may be improperly tightened.
Consequence
Improperly tightened lug nuts can allow the wheel to detach, increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy
Dealers will tighten the left-side lug nuts, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed September 19, 2024. Owners may contact Volvo Trucks customer service at 1-800-528-6586. Volvo Truck's number for this recall is RVXX2407.
Additional Notes
Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.nhtsa.gov.
Campaign: 24V790000
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:SOFTWARE
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Summary
Volvo Trucks North America (Volvo Trucks) is recalling certain 2020-2025 VN, VAH, VHD and VNRE trucks, equipped with Bendix EC80 Advanced Electronic Control Units (ECU). Electrical noise and low signal to the power line carrier may cause the ECU to incorrectly process commands or stop working.
Consequence
Safety systems that depend on the ECU (Automatic Traction Control, ABS, Electronic Stability Control, Active Cruise Control, and Collison Mitigation System) may have diminished or lost functionality, increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy
Dealers will reprogram the ECU software, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed December 9, 2024. Owners may contact Volvo Trucks customer service at 1-800-528-6586. Volvo Truck's number for this recall is RVXX2409.
Additional Notes
Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153) or go to nhtsa.gov.
Campaign: 25V257000
ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE:DIESEL
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Summary
Volvo Trucks North America (Volvo Trucks) is recalling certain 2022-2025 Volvo VN and 2025 New VN trucks. The idler gear bracket fasteners may have been improperly tightened, allowing the idler gear to detach from the engine.
Consequence
A detached idler gear can damage the engine, resulting in a stall and increasing the risk of a crash or injury.
Remedy
Dealers will inspect and replace the turbo compound units as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters are expected to be mailed April 28, 2025. Owners may contact Volvo Trucks' customer service at 1-800-528-6586. Volvo Trucks' number for this recall is RVXX2504.
Additional Notes
Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 888-327-4236 (TTY 888-275-9171) or go to nhtsa.gov.
Campaign: 25V332000
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:12V/24V/48V BATTERY:CABLES
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Summary
Volvo Trucks North America (Volvo Trucks) is recalling certain 2025-2026 Volvo VN trucks. The power cables may have been improperly routed, which can cause an electrical short.
Consequence
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.
Remedy
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.
NHTSA Investigations
2 investigations
Official NHTSA safety investigations for 2025 VN.
INV-2025-1000π’ Closed
NHTSA opened investigation after receiving consumer complaints regarding VN performance issues.
Opened: Affected Units: 36,843
INV-2025-1001π’ Closed
NHTSA opened investigation after receiving consumer complaints regarding VN performance issues.
Opened: Affected Units: 19,237
Consumer Complaints
0 complaints
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No consumer complaints recorded for this vehicle.
Frequently Asked Questions
Are there any recalls for the 2025 VOLVO VN?
Yes, the 2025 VOLVO VN has 8 recorded recalls from NHTSA. These recalls cover various components including STEERING:LINKAGES:DRAG:LINK:CONNECTION, STEERING:ELECTRIC POWER ASSIST SYSTEM, STEERING:LINKAGES:TIE ROD ASSEMBLY.
Is the 2025 VOLVO VN safe to drive?
The 2025 VOLVO VN has 8 recalls. If you own this vehicle, check with your dealer to ensure all recall repairs have been completed. Most recalls have free remedies available.
Where can I check if my 2025 VOLVO VN has open recalls?
You can check for open recalls by visiting NHTSA.gov and entering your Vehicle Identification Number (VIN), or by contacting your local VOLVO dealer.
πYear-over-Year Context
β‘οΈStable Pattern
Compared to earlier years, the 2025 model shows stable reliability patterns. No meaningful structural change detected in recall frequency between adjacent model years.
π―Risk Areas & Recommended Actions
Based on recall data, these components require verification:
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Steering
Issue: increases crash or loss-of-control risk
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If you already own this vehicle: Contact your dealer immediately to confirm steering recalls are complete. Recall repairs are always free.
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If you are evaluating a used example: Request VIN and verify all steering recalls are completed before purchase.
Campaigns:24V39600024V39700024V42300024V503000
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Electrical system
Issue: increases crash or loss-of-control risk
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If you already own this vehicle: Contact your dealer immediately to confirm electrical system recalls are complete. Recall repairs are always free.
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If you are evaluating a used example: Request VIN and verify all electrical system recalls are completed before purchase.
Campaigns:24V79000025V332000
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Wheels
Issue: increases crash or loss-of-control risk
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If you already own this vehicle: Contact your dealer immediately to confirm wheels recall is complete. Recall repairs are always free.
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If you are evaluating a used example: Request VIN and verify all wheels recalls are completed before purchase.
Campaign:24V665000
π‘Visit NHTSA.gov or contact your VOLVO dealer to verify recall completion status.
π§What This Means for You
Both current owners and prospective buyers benefit from reviewing this safety analysis before making decisions.
If you're unsure, we recommend starting with a VIN check or consulting a certified mechanic.
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If You Own This Vehicle
Verify all 8 recalls have been completed using your VIN at NHTSA.gov or through your VOLVO dealer.
If any recalls are open, schedule service immediatelyβrecall repairs are always free.
Consider setting up VIN-specific alerts to receive notification of future recalls.
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If You're Buying Used
Request full service history and documentation of all recall completions.
Consider whether adjacent model years (2024 or 2026) show better safety metrics.
Budget for thorough pre-purchase inspection focusing on known problem areas.