2000 Volvo VNM recalls and problems
The 2000 Volvo VNM has 5 safety recalls. Recall repairs are free at any Volvo dealer.
Recalls may cover only some 2000 Volvo VNM vehicles. Check your VIN at NHTSA ↗ to see open recalls for your exact car.
2000 Volvo VNM recalls
Recall 03V-199: Suspension
Problem: On certain trucks equipped with truck hub units manufactured by skf exclusively for use on arvinmeritor's ff98x series non-drive steer axles, the hub unit bearings can wear prematurely.
Risk: Seizure of the bearings can cause wheel separation or wheel end fire.
Fix: Dealers will replace all front axle hubs. An interim notice to owners was mailed on june 25, 2003. Final owner notification began on october 6, 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 at 1-800-528-6586.
Recall 02V-238: Exterior Lighting
Problem: Certain heavy duty class 8 trucks fail to comply with the requirements of federal motor vehicle safety standard no. 108, "lamps, reflective devices, and associated equipment." the two tail lamps, back-up lamp,and license tag lamp were mounted on insufficiently rigid mounts.
Risk: It may not allow the driver of a rearward approaching vehicle to have full view of the lamps.
Fix: Dealers will attach the two tail lamps, back-up lamp, and the license tap lamp on stiffer brackets. Owner notification began october 31, 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.
Recall 02V-110: Service Brakes, Air
Problem: Certain heavy duty class 8 vehicles fail to comply with federal motor vehicle safety standard no. 121, "air brake systems", s5.1.6.3, "antilock power for towed vehicles." electrical power for the trailer anti-lock braking system (Abs) can be disrupted when a switch located on the vehicle instrument panel is activated to control lighting within the trailer.
Risk: If this condition occurs, the driver can lose of the towed vehicle, possibly resulting in a vehicle crash.
Fix: Dealers will install a wiring harness which will provide continuous electrical power to the trailer ABS whenever the ignition switch is in the on or run position. Owner notification began april 29, 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.
Recall 02V-014: Exterior Lighting
Problem: Certain heavy duty class 8 trucks fail to comply with the requirements of FMVSS no. 108, "lamps, reflective devices, and associated equipment." two reflectors are missing from the end of the frame crossmember.
Risk: At night, in a bob-tailed (No trailer) condition, the rear of the truck may not be as visible to vehicles following the truck, increasing the risk of a crash.
Fix: Dealers will install the two missing reflectors. Owner notification began december 12, 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.
Recall 00V-232: Service Brakes, Air
Problem: Vehicle description: heavy duty trucks built with bendix air ABS with an ec-17 1030r electronic control unit (Ecu), there have been reports of unwanted ABS activation at low speeds caused by 1) chafed ABS wheel speed sensor wires on rotating parts or 2) a damaged component at the wheel end that generates a certain type of erratic sensor signal.
Risk: This condition could cause the ABS ECU to exhaust the air at the air brake modulators for one or more of the wheels. This could result in extended braking distances and a possible crash.
Fix: Dealers will replace the ABS ECU.
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Frequently asked questions
Does the 2000 Volvo VNM have any recalls?
Yes — NHTSA lists 5 recalls for the 2000 Volvo VNM: 03V-199 (suspension), 02V-238 (exterior lighting), 02V-110 (service brakes, air), 02V-014 (exterior lighting), 00V-232 (service brakes, air). Not every vehicle is affected, so check your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.
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.