The most-reported VNM run is 4V4M19DF89N (2009 builds) with 2 complaints, 1.7× the typical run. Air bags problems make up 29% of reports; NHTSA lists 45 recall campaigns for VNM model years 1997–2017.
Which build runs owners report most
A production run is the first 11 characters of the VIN: plant, model year, body and engine. The Volvo VNM has 6 of them on record. The five runs at the top of this table hold 86% of every VNM complaint on file.
| Production run (VIN 1–11) | Year | Complaints | Involved a crash | Fire |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 4V4M19DF89N•••••• | 2009 | — | — | |
| 4V5SC8UF31N•••••• | 2001 | — | 1 | |
| 4V4M19GF55N•••••• | 2005 | — | — | |
| 4V4MC9GG37N•••••• | 2007 | 1 | — | |
| 4V4MC9GG17N•••••• | 2007 | 1 | — | |
| 4V4M19GH28N•••••• | 2008 | 1 | — |
What to inspect on this car
One system accounts for 29% of everything Volvo VNM owners report: Air Bags, 2 of 7 complaints. Start the pre-purchase inspection there.
| System | Complaints | Involved a crash | Fire |
|---|---|---|---|
| Air Bags | 2 | — | |
| Engine | — | — | |
| Electrical System | — | 1 | |
| Steering | — | — | |
| Engine And Engine Cooling | 1 | — |
Recalls to check against your VIN
NHTSA has 45 recall campaigns on the Volvo VNM; the 6 below cover build years 1997 to 2017. These are for the model and year; whether one is still open on a given car, only that VIN can tell.
| Campaign | Component | Model years |
|---|---|---|
| 13V268000 | Power Train:clutch Assembly | 2007–2014 |
| 09V173000 | Visibility:windshield Wiper/washer:motor | 2001–2008 |
| 07V573000 | Electrical System:wiring:fuses And Circuit Breakers | 2003–2008 |
| 10V282000 | Steering:linkages:drag:link:connection | 2001–2006 |
| 02V238000 | Exterior Lighting:tail Lights:switch | 1997–2002 |
| 16V928000 | Service Brakes, Air | 2013–2017 |
13V268000 was opened in 2013 on cars built from 2007: 6 years on the road before the recall.
How serious were they
Of the 7 reports on the Volvo VNM, 42.9% involved a crash against 5.8% across all vehicles, above the norm.
| Outcome | Volvo VNM | All vehicles |
|---|---|---|
| Complaints filed | 7 | 1,115,966 |
| Involved a crash | 3 (42.9%) | 64,194 (5.8%) |
| Involved a fire | 1 (14.3%) | 26,974 (2.4%) |
| Injuries reported | 1 | 58,013 |
| Deaths reported | 0 | 2,728 |
Crash-related reports run 640% above the all-vehicle rate.
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How this check works
The file behind this page holds 1,115,966 complaints filed with NHTSA between 1981 and 2026, across 298,921 production runs. The Volvo VNM share of that is 7 complaints over 6 runs, 0% of everything on record.
Frequently asked questions
How do I check a Volvo VNM VIN for free?
Enter the 17 characters above. ForCar matches the first eleven, the production run, against 7 NHTSA complaints from 6 VNM runs and 45 recall campaigns. No account, no card.
Which VNM production run has the most complaints?
4V4M19DF89N, a 2009 build, with 2 complaints. The typical VNM run has 1.2.
How many VNM complaints involve a crash?
42.9% of 7 reports, against 5.8% across all vehicles; 1 involved a fire.
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