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Volvo Vnl warranty claim denied?
522 manufacturer communications on file
4 warranty extensions / campaigns 1990–2025 model years covered
If your Volvo VNL warranty claim was just denied, you're not alone—and the denial may not be the final word. Volvo has filed 522 manufacturer communications with NHTSA for this model, including 4 formal warranty extensions covering specific components: the Fuel Control Module, the EGR Cooler, and the Pre-SCR NOx Sensor (covered under two separate extensions, U112 and U113). These extensions mean Volvo itself has acknowledged that certain parts can fail outside normal expectations and agreed to cover repairs beyond the standard warranty window, in some cases regardless of mileage or original ownership.
Dealers don't always check for these extensions, cross-reference open bulletins, or connect a specific repair to documented manufacturer communications before issuing a denial. Volvo has also issued technical bulletins addressing EGR and DPF diagnostic trouble codes, AMT-F fault code P107471, coolant system debris, and HVAC airflow issues—all information that can be relevant when a denial doesn't match what the manufacturer has already documented.
A denial letter is a starting point, not necessarily the end of the process. A free assessment can show whether your specific repair aligns with any of these documented issues and what your options may be from here.
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What Volvo has documented for the Vnl
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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2024-04-22 · CBR-2214 202404
CBR: Turbo Compound 2nd Generation - EGR And / Or DPF Diagnostic Trouble Codes (DTC), Diagnostic And Repair Information.
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2024-04-10 · CBR-2361 202404
CBR: Volvo Chassis - Debris In 13L Cooling Systems Filled With Extended Life(VCS2)
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2024-04-09 · CBR-2343 202404
CBR: Volvo VN Models - Clicking Or Popping From HVAC When Switching To And From Defrost, Reduced Airflow In Defrost - Model Year 2024 to Present.
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2024-04-02 · CBR-2360 202404
CBR: Chassis Equipped With VECU5 Active Datalink/Communication Faults For Multiple Modules; ABS And SRS Communication Faults.
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2024-03-19 · S3926 202403
Fleet Improvement Campaign: Certain Volvo VN model trucks have seat cushions that are thinner and wear faster than previous seat model. Follow the instructions below to replace the...
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2024-03-04 · S2970 202403
Fleet Improvement Campaign: Certain Volvo VN model trucks could experience deep rock chips in the hood paint which could result in paint flaking or lifting.
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2024-03-01 · CBR-2139 202403
CBR: Vehicles built with an 11 liter engine may experience a complaint of excessive fuel in the oil. It is possible that the source of the fuel is the rear fuel galley plug in the...
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2024-03-01 · CBR-2346 202403
CBR: It may be possible for Bergstrom controlled Eberspacher Espar parking heaters to ignite and burn for 5 min and never start again.
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2024-03-01 · CBR-2356 202403
CBR: After cluster replacement and programming, the Driver Information Display (DID) may not function as designed.
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2024-03-01 · CBR-2359 202403
CBR: The Omnitracs ELD may have trouble linking up with the GPS signal. Replacing the Safety Direct Processor (SDP), (FLC), Omnitracs ELD unit, and overhead harness have had no pos...
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2024-03-01 · CBR-408 202403
CBR: On a Volvo Chassis - US16 - with the Bendix Lane Departure Warning System ( LDW )the alarm would not cancel once the turn signals were activated.
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2024-03-01 · S3903 202403
Service Campaign: Volvo trucks has determined that certain VAH, VHD, and VN model trucks built with a D13 engine could experience a reduced clamping load on the turbocharger mounti...
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2024-02-19 · KC-2014
CBR - Driveline Noise, Suspension Ride Height Too High, Suspension Will Not Exhaust - Chassis Built 2016w01 And Newer
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2024-02-16 · KC-202
CBR - Automated Manual Transmission ( AMT ) Flywheel Pilot Bearing Wear On Input Shaft.
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Common questions
Why was my Volvo VNL warranty claim denied if Volvo has documented these issues?
Dealers process claims based on the paperwork and diagnostic codes in front of them at that moment, and they don't always cross-reference open warranty extensions or technical bulletins filed with NHTSA. A denial can happen even when a manufacturer has separately acknowledged a component issue through an owner notification letter or service bulletin. Reviewing your repair order against documented communications can clarify whether this applies to your situation.
What is a warranty extension and does it apply to my truck?
A warranty extension is a formal commitment, filed with NHTSA, where a manufacturer agrees to cover a specific component beyond the standard warranty period, often due to a documented failure pattern. For Volvo VNL, four extensions exist covering the Fuel Control Module, EGR Cooler, and Pre-SCR NOx Sensor. Whether one applies depends on your truck's model year, the failed component, and when the repair occurred.
Can a denied warranty claim be reopened or appealed?
Many denials can be reconsidered when additional documentation is presented, such as a matching technical service bulletin, a warranty extension notice, or diagnostic records showing the failure pattern described in manufacturer communications. The process generally involves resubmitting the claim with supporting documentation rather than accepting the initial denial as final. Outcomes vary by case, and a review of your specific repair records is the usual first step.
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