How many recalls does the 2005 Volvo Vn have?

The 2005 Volvo Vn has 2 NHTSA safety recall campaigns on record.

How do I check if my 2005 Volvo Vn has an open recall?

Enter your 17-character VIN at NHTSA's official recall lookup (nhtsa.gov/recalls) to see open, unrepaired recalls for your specific vehicle. Recall repairs are free.

What do owners complain about most on the 2005 Volvo Vn?

Of 3 NHTSA complaints on file, the most-reported component is electrical system.

2005 Volvo Vn Recalls

Recalls on record Updated July 2026

The 2005 Volvo Vn has 2 NHTSA recall campaigns affecting an estimated 1,506 vehicles. Recall repairs are always free at any authorized dealer. Owners have filed 3 complaints with NHTSA, most often about the electrical system. Last updated July 5, 2026.

Recall campaigns

SEAT BELTS 12V510000 2012-10-18 1,496 affected

Defect

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…

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.

SUSPENSION 05V311000 2005-07-07 10 affected

Defect

ON CERTAIN HEAVY DUTY CLASS 8 TRUCKS, EQUIPPED WITH HOLLAND AIR SUSPENSION SYSTEMS, A TRANSVERSE BEAM CASTING MAY FRACTURE UNDER NORMAL LOADS. IF A CASTING BREAKS WHEN THE VEHICLE IS TRAVELING ON A ROADWAY THERE IS THE POTENTIAL FOR PIECES OF THE CASTING TO BECOME PROJECTILES AND THE SUSPENSION?S TRANSVERSE BEAM MAY…

Consequence

THIS WILL CAUSE SPARKS THAT COULD POTENTIALLY IGNITE AND CAUSE A FIRE.

Remedy

DEALERS WILL INSPECT AND REPLACE THE DEFECTIVE TRANSVERSE BEAM ASSEMBLIES. THE RECALL BEGAN ON AUGUST 26, 2005. OWNERS MAY CONTACT VOLVO TRUCKS AT 1-800-528-6586.

Complaints by component

ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:WIRING:FUSES AND CIRCUIT BREAKERS

EXTERIOR LIGHTING

EXTERIOR LIGHTING:BRAKE LIGHTS:SWITCH

Total complaints3

What owners report

Verbatim reports filed with NHTSA, lightly edited for readability and with personal information removed.

“The volvo vn heavy duty trucks have a low beam lighting system that is totally inadequate. These lights are much too dim and when the dealerships are confronted with this, they only want to sell an entire new lighting unit. No one seems to know what the problem is and the company seems to be using…”

EXTERIOR LIGHTING · reported 2011-11-01

“Tl*the contact owns a 2005 volvo vn. The tractor trailers did not have circuit breakers which caused the fuse to blow and the brake light not to illuminate. The contact was aware of the safety risk involved. The mileage was unknown. *ak”

ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:WIRING:FUSES AND CIRCUIT BREAKERS · reported 2004-01-01

“Tl*the contact owns a 2005 volvo vn. The tractor trailers did not have circuit breakers which caused the fuse to blow and the brake light not to illuminate. The contact was aware of the safety risk involved. The mileage was unknown. *ak”

EXTERIOR LIGHTING:BRAKE LIGHTS:SWITCH · reported 2004-01-01