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Volvo Vn warranty claim denied?

897 manufacturer communications on file 4 warranty extensions / campaigns 1994–2025 model years covered

If your warranty claim on your Volvo VN was just denied, you're not alone—and the denial may not be the final word. Manufacturers are required to file service communications with federal safety regulators, and for the Volvo VN, 897 such communications are on record, including 4 formal warranty extensions or service campaigns covering components like the Fuel Control Module, Pre-SCR NOx Sensor, and EGR Cooler. Beyond these extensions, Volvo has also issued bulletins describing known issues such as low oil pressure faults tied to oil pump stator wear on 13L engines, oil leaks and clutch slipping from the clutch/flywheel housing, SCR system performance concerns on certain MY 2017–2018 engines, and rear main oil seal leaks on MY 2025 trucks.

When a documented defect overlaps with your symptoms, a denial can sometimes be reconsidered—especially when the paperwork clearly shows the manufacturer's own records. Dealers don't always connect a declined claim to these broader manufacturer communications, and that gap is often where owners get stuck.

A free assessment can help you understand whether your specific situation lines up with documented issues, what paperwork might support a reversal, and what your realistic next steps are. There's no cost to find out where you stand.

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What Volvo has documented for the Vn

Filed with NHTSA by the manufacturer. Warranty extensions are the strongest signal — the manufacturer acknowledging a defect and extending coverage for it.

2023-09-28 · U111 202309 Warranty extension
Owner Notification Letter, Extended Warranty Coverage U111. The Fuel Control Module is the component provided coverage under this warranty extension.
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2023-09-28 · U112 202309 Warranty extension
Owner Notification Letter, Extended Warranty Coverage U112. The Pre-SCR NOx Sensor is the component provided coverage under this warranty extension.
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2023-09-28 · U113 202309 Warranty extension
Owner Notification Letter, Extended Warranty Coverage U113. The Pre-SCR NOx Sensor is the component provided coverage under this warranty extension.
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2023-09-28 · U114 202309 Warranty extension
Owner Notification Letter, Extended Warranty Coverage U114. The EGR Cooler is the component provided coverage under this warranty extension.
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2024-11-27 · S0203 202411
Volvo Trucks has identified that certain VNL model vehicles equipped with the 13L engine may encounter low oil pressure faults. The oil pump stator may wear against the oil pump ho...
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2024-11-15 · CBR-997 202411
Vehicles may present with oil leak coming from the clutch/flywheel housing and observation of burned clutch smell or clutch slipping. These symptoms can be mistaken as a crankshaft...
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2024-11-14 · M0308 202411
Volvo Trucks has identified that the Selective Catalyst Reduction (SCR) system in certain vehicles equipped with the MY 2017 or 2018 (13L VGT) engine are not meeting California and...
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2024-11-12 · CBR-2409 202411
CBR- 13L Engine - Rear Main Oil Seal Leak - Model Year 2025
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2024-11-06 · CBR-2417 202411
11L Engine Block Compatibility and Backward Conversion Parts Requirements
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2024-11-01 · CBR-2260 202410
CBR - Volvo Chassis - Timing Gear Plate Repair
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2024-10-25 · M0308 202410
CBR - SCR replacement
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2024-10-25 · M0312 202410
CBR - SCR Replacement
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2024-10-23 · CBR-2411 202410
CBR - One-Box SCR Weld Leaks
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2024-10-08 · CBR-2406 202410
CBR - Volvo VN Chassis - Headlight High Beams Do Not Function From Stalk Switch
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2024-10-01 · CBR-2409 202410
CBR - 13L Engine - Rear Main Oil Seal Leak - Model Year 2025
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2024-10-01 · CBR-466 202410
CBR - Volvo Chassis - Diagnostic Trouble Code (DTC) P009B13 Fuel Pressure Relief Control – Circuit Open; Possible Derate - US17+OBD16 And US17+OBD18 Emissions
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2024-10-01 · M0295 202410
CBR - 13L engines may be equipped with an improper engine software calibration that does not match the engine certification label.
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2024-10-01 · S4232 202410
FLEET IMPROVEMENT CAMPAIGN - Pepsi Lift Axle Hardware Torque
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2024-09-24 · CBR-2258 202409
CBR - Diagnostic Trouble Code (DTC) P107471 - AMT-F
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2024-09-24 · M0312 202409
Emission Recall: EC0033-M0312 SCR Recall
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2024-09-24 · S0302 202409
Service Campaign: TGW3 Non-Communication
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2024-09-24 · S4215 202409
Service Campaign: Injector Replacement
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2024-09-21 · CBR-570 202409
CBR - US17 GHG Common Rail Fuel System Component Electrical Faults - Model Year 2017 To 2024
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2024-09-20 · CBR-2376 202409
CBR - Drivers Information Display (DID) Inoperative/Goes Blank During Vehicle Operation
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2024-09-18 · CBR-2387 202409
CBR - Vehicles Equipped With A Lift Axle - Wheel Speed Fault Code SPN 793, SPN 794 Set When Axle Is Up
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Common questions

Why was my Volvo VN warranty claim denied even though there are known issues with this model?
Dealers process claims based on their own inspection and internal guidelines, which don't always account for broader manufacturer communications filed with regulators. A denial at the dealer level doesn't necessarily mean the underlying issue isn't documented elsewhere. Reviewing manufacturer bulletins and warranty extension notices related to your symptoms can clarify whether your situation may qualify for reconsideration.
What should I do if my Volvo VN has a problem matching a service bulletin or warranty extension?
Start by gathering documentation: your repair records, the denial paperwork, and any bulletin or extension notice that matches your symptoms, such as issues involving the Fuel Control Module, NOx Sensor, EGR Cooler, or oil pressure systems. Having this organized can support a request for reconsideration. A free assessment can help identify which documents are most relevant to your specific case.
Can a denied warranty claim on a commercial truck like the Volvo VN be reopened?
Denied claims are sometimes reconsidered when new documentation, such as a matching service bulletin or extended warranty notice, is presented to the manufacturer or dealer. Outcomes vary by case and are not guaranteed, but many owners aren't aware these options exist. A closer review of your repair history against documented manufacturer communications can show whether pursuing reconsideration makes sense for you.
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