2016 Volvo VNL

2016 Volvo VNL

The 2016 Volvo VNL is a Class 8 semi-truck available with various engine and transmission options. The primary engine options are the Volvo D13 and D16, paired with I-Shift (automated manual transmission) or Fuller UltraShift (manual transmission) transmissions.

People enjoy the VNL for its comfort, fuel efficiency, and safety features. However, there have been some reported issues with specific components.

Engine

Volvo D13

• Fuel Injector Failure:
  • Description/Symptoms: Engine misfiring, loss of power, increased fuel consumption
  • Solution: Replace the fuel injectors
  • Estimated Cost to Fix: $1,500 - $2,500+
  • Recalls: None Found

Volvo D16

• EGR Cooler Failure:
  • Description/Symptoms: Loss of coolant, white smoke from exhaust, reduced engine power
  • Solution: Replace the EGR cooler
  • Estimated Cost to Fix: $2,000 - $3,500
  • Recalls: None Found

Transmission

I-Shift

• Software Glitches:
  • Description/Symptoms: Transmission hesitates, shifts erratically, displays error codes
  • Solution: Software update
  • Estimated Cost to Fix: $500 - $1,000
  • Recalls: 10V-414, 14V-407

Fuller UltraShift

• Synchro Ring Wear:
  • Description/Symptoms: Difficulty shifting gears, grinding noises
  • Solution: Replace the synchro rings
  • Estimated Cost to Fix: $1,000 - $2,000
  • Recalls: None Found

Suspension

• Leaf Spring Breakage:
  • Description/Symptoms: Rear axle sagging, reduced ride height
  • Solution: Replace the leaf springs
  • Estimated Cost to Fix: $1,500 - $2,500
  • Recalls: None Found

Electrical

• Battery Drain:
  • Description/Symptoms: Battery fails to hold a charge, slow cranking
  • Solution: Replace the battery or identify and fix the cause of the drain
  • Estimated Cost to Fix: $300 - $1,000
  • Recalls: None Found

Exterior

• Headlight Condensation:
  • Description/Symptoms: Water buildup inside the headlight assembly
  • Solution: Replace the headlight assembly
  • Estimated Cost to Fix: $500 - $1,000 per assembly
  • Recalls: 15V-346

Interior

• Dashboard Panel Gaps:
  • Description/Symptoms: Uneven gaps between the dashboard panels
  • Solution: Adjust or replace the panels
  • Estimated Cost to Fix: $200 - $500
  • Recalls: None Found

Summary

The 2016 Volvo VNL generally receives positive reviews, with issues being relatively minor. The most prevalent issues seem to be fuel injector failure on the D13 engine, software glitches with the I-Shift transmission, and leaf spring breakage. The majority of the issues have an estimated cost to fix between $500 and $3,500.