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2020 Volvo VN recalls and problems

The 2020 Volvo VN has 2 safety recalls and 6 owner complaints filed with NHTSA. Recall repairs are free at any Volvo dealer.

Recalls
2
Complaints
6
Crashes / fires
0 / 0
Injuries / deaths
0 / 0

Recalls may cover only some 2020 Volvo VN vehicles. Check your VIN at NHTSA ↗ to see open recalls for your exact car.

2020 Volvo VN recalls

Recall 24V-790: Electrical System, Service Brakes, Hydraulic

Reported Oct 23, 2024 · 124,949 vehicles affected · Volvo Trucks North America

Problem: 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.

Risk: 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.

Fix: 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.

Recall 23V-769: Seats

Reported Nov 15, 2023 · 638 vehicles affected · Volvo Trucks North America

Problem: Volvo Trucks North America (Volvo Trucks) is recalling certain 2019-2024 VN and VHD vehicles. The passenger side bench seat may be inadequately attached to the floor. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard numbers 207, "Seating Systems" and 210, "Seatbelt Assembly Anchorage."

Risk: The attachment points may fail, allowing the bench seat to shift and increasing the risk of injury during a crash.

Fix: Dealers will replace the weld nut with two nuts and a washer, free of charge. Owner letters were mailed February 29, 2024. Owners may contact Volvo Trucks customer service at 1-800-528-6586. Volvo Trucks number for this recall is RVXX2312.

2020 Volvo VN problems reported by owners

Problem areaReports
Electrical System2
Structure1
Exterior Lighting1
Visibility/Wiper1
Suspension1
Service Brakes, Hydraulic1
Service Brakes1
Engine and Engine Cooling1

Typical mileage at the time of the problem: 145,980 miles (median of owner reports).

Problems that are not covered by a recall are paid repairs; labor rates follow local mechanic pay — see what auto mechanics earn in each state.

Recent 2020 Volvo VN complaints

Owner reports filed with NHTSA, as written (personal details removed). Complaints are not verified by NHTSA.

Engine and Engine Cooling · at 264,811 miles · reported Oct 22, 2026
The contact owns a 2020 Volvo VN. The contact stated that while driving 65 MPH, there was white smoke coming from the exhaust pipe. The dealer was contacted and made aware of the failure. The contact was informed that the repair was not eligible because the vehicle was not registered in California. The contact referenced Technical Service Bulletin: MC-10243531-0001; as a possible cause for the failure. The manufacturer was made aware of the failure. The failure mileage was approximately 264,811.
Service Brakes · reported Mar 10, 2026
I have just purchased this truck to replace an old truck lost due to a total loss . I picked up the truck in South dakota and drove back to Pennsylvania. When setting the parking brakes parked on a small incline with the truck empty the parking brake hold on the front drive axle and it skids those tires when rolling away. However the rear rear drive axle is not equipped with parking brake chambers which results in insufficient braking force to hold the truck in place. The truck has rolled away on me twice since I have purchased it . This is a huge saftey concern due to the fact it will…
Electrical System · reported Dec 12, 2024
The contact owns a 2020 Volvo VN. The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 24V790000 (Electrical System, Service Brakes, Hydraulic); however, the contact called the local dealer to schedule an appointment and was informed that there was no recall associated with the VIN. The manufacturer was contacted and informed the contact that there was no recall associated with the VIN. The contact had not experienced a failure. Parts distribution disconnect.
Suspension · at 90,000 miles · reported Mar 2, 2022
The contact owns a 2020 Volvo VNL-860. The contact stated that her husband was driving at 65 MPH and towing a 53-foot trailer, and the steering wheel would overcompensate while making adjustment, left or right to stay centered in lane. The failure lead to constant steering adjustments. The contact stated no warning light was illuminated. The contact took the vehicle to the dealer to be diagnosed. The contact was informed that the leaf springs and bushings needed to be replaced. The failure persisted and the vehicle was taken to a second dealer were it was diagnosed and had the gear box…
Electrical System · reported May 12, 2021
The owner programmed a 5 minute idle shut off and did not provide anything for me as the driver to stay warm at night I was driving during winter and traveling to states like wyoming where it reached 23 degrees. He has many things not up to DOT regulations with his truck, lot of things are not working and damaged. He also didn't do any type of a pre employment drug test or for any of the other drivers he hired. He threatened not to pay me and withheld my pay on two separate occasions. He stole 800.00 from my back account for damages to his company truck that I hadn't driven for 3 weeks I and…

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Frequently asked questions

Does the 2020 Volvo VN have any recalls?

Yes — NHTSA lists 2 recalls for the 2020 Volvo VN: 24V-790 (electrical system, service brakes, hydraulic), 23V-769 (seats). Not every vehicle is affected, so check your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.

What is the most common problem with the 2020 Volvo VN?

Owners report electrical system problems most often (2 reports), followed by structure (1). The typical mileage when problems were reported is about 145,980 miles.

Are Volvo recall repairs free?

Yes. Safety recall repairs are free at authorized Volvo dealers, whether you are the first owner or bought the car used.