NHTSA // SAFETY RECORD
2020 Volvo Vn Safety Record
The 2020 Volvo Vn has not been crash-tested by NHTSA, so it carries no Safety Index. Its federal safety record shows 2 recalls and 1 owner complaint on file.
Updated Oct 1, 2026 from NHTSA data · Reviewed by Ivanna Verstliar
CRASH
DATANot crash-tested
The 2020 Volvo VN does not have an NHTSA safety rating. No crash-test data was published for this model year, which means the agency has not assigned it an overall star rating, nor do we compute a Safety Index. The federal record shows two recall campaigns and a single owner complaint for the 2020 VN. Without crash-test results, no safety conclusion can be drawn from the federal data.
The 2020 Volvo VN was not crash-tested by NHTSA, carries two recall campaigns, and falls in the Light recall and complaint burden band according to federal NHTSA records.
MotorCaliber Safety Desk // NHTSA data, verified Oct 1, 2026
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| NHTSA crash test | Not crash-tested |
|---|---|
| Recall and complaint burden | Light |
| Recalls on file | 2 |
| Owner complaints | 1 (unverified allegations) |
| Data verified | Oct 1, 2026 |
ANALYSISHow safe is the 2020 Volvo Vn?
The 2020 Volvo VN currently shows no crash-test data in the NHTSA program, leaving its crashworthiness unassessed by federal star ratings. Its safety record is instead defined by a "Light" burden of recalls and owner complaints. Two recalls are active for this model year. One addresses electrical system software within the Bendix EC80 braking controller, affecting a broad range of model years. The second targets potential insecurity in the passenger-side bench seat fasteners for 2019 through 2024 VN trucks. A single unverified owner complaint has been filed, citing issues with the brakes, hydraulics, and electrical system.
NHTSA // RECALLSDoes the 2020 Volvo Vn have any recalls?
The 2020 Volvo VN is covered by two recall campaigns. The first addresses electrical system software, specifically trucks equipped with the Bendix EC80 Advanced Electronic Braking system. The second targets a seats critical-fasteners issue, where the passenger-side bench seat may be inadequately secured. Neither recall carries a park-outside or do-not-drive directive in the data on file, but owners should verify current remedy status through the NHTSA VIN lookup at nhtsa.gov.
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:SOFTWARE24V790000
Risk: Safety systems that depend on the ECU (Automatic Traction Control, ABS, Electronic Stability Control, Active Cruise Control, and Collison Mitigation System) may have diminished or lost functionality, increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy: Dealers will reprogram the ECU software, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed December 9, 2024. Owners may contact Volvo Trucks customer service at 1-800-528-6586. Volvo Truck's number for this recall is RVXX2409.
Reported 2024-10-23
SEATS:CRITICAL FASTENERS23V769000
Risk: The attachment points may fail, allowing the bench seat to shift and increasing the risk of injury during a crash.
Remedy: Dealers will replace the weld nut with two nuts and a washer, free of charge. Owner letters were mailed February 29, 2024. Owners may contact Volvo Trucks customer service at 1-800-528-6586. Volvo Trucks number for this recall is RVXX2312.
Reported 2023-11-15
NHTSA // COMPLAINTSWhat do owners report about the 2020 Volvo Vn?
One unverified owner complaint is on file with NHTSA for the 2020 Volvo VN. The reported components are Service Brakes, Hydraulic systems, and the Electrical System. These are unverified consumer allegations submitted to NHTSA and have not been confirmed as defects by the agency or the manufacturer.
1 owner complaint on file. These are unverified allegations reported to NHTSA.
USED BUYERWhat should used buyers know about the 2020 Volvo Vn?
Two recall campaigns have been issued for the 2020 Volvo VN. Purchasers of a used 2020 Volvo VN should verify the recall completion status for any individual truck by consulting the VIN-specific lookup tool at nhtsa.gov.
- The 2020 Volvo VN has no NHTSA crash-test rating for this model year, meaning no star scores or Safety Index exist and no safety inference can be drawn from that absence.
- Two recall campaigns cover this model year: one for electrical system software involving the Bendix EC80 Advanced Electronic Braking system, and one for potentially inadequate passenger-side bench seat fasteners.
- One unverified owner complaint is on file, alleging issues with service brakes, hydraulic systems, and the electrical system, none of which have been confirmed as defects by NHTSA.
- No tested sibling years are available in the NHTSA program for the Volvo VN, so there is no adjacent crash-test record from a closely related model year to consult.
FAQ2020 Volvo Vn safety questions
Was the 2020 Volvo Vn crash-tested by NHTSA?
No. NHTSA has not run a New Car Assessment Program crash test on this configuration, so it carries no Safety Index. Its safety record here is built from 2 recalls and 1 owner complaint on file.
How many recalls does the 2020 Volvo Vn have?
According to NHTSA recall data, 2 vehicle recalls are on file for the 2020 Volvo Vn. Confirm your VIN at nhtsa.gov to see which apply to your car.
How many complaints have owners filed about the 2020 Volvo Vn?
According to NHTSA's complaint database, 1 owner complaint is on file for the 2020 Volvo Vn. These are unverified allegations submitted by owners, not confirmed defects.
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- DATA Pulled directly from NHTSA: the recallsByVehicle and complaintsByVehicle records for the Volvo Vn 2020.
- SCORE This configuration was not crash-tested by NHTSA, so it carries no Safety Index. We report its recall and complaint record only.
- EDITED Written by the MotorCaliber Safety Desk and reviewed for accuracy and plain-language clarity by Ivanna Verstliar, Editor, against the source figures on this page.
- VERIFIED Data last synced Oct 1, 2026. Recalls change; confirm your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls. See our corrections policy and disclosure.