2018 Volvo B11R

Introduction

The 2018 Volvo B11R is a heavy-duty coach chassis with a powerful engine and a reliable transmission. It is available with a variety of engine and transmission options, including:

• D11TC: 11.0-liter 6-cylinder inline diesel engine with 430 horsepower and 1,650 lb-ft of torque
• D13TC: 12.8-liter 6-cylinder inline diesel engine with 460 horsepower and 1,850 lb-ft of torque
• D16TC: 16.1-liter 6-cylinder inline diesel engine with 540 horsepower and 2,250 lb-ft of torque

The B11R also comes standard with a 12-speed I-Shift automated manual transmission.

Owners of the 2018 Volvo B11R generally praise its powerful engine, comfortable ride, and spacious interior. However, there have been some reports of issues with certain components.

Engine

D11TC

• Turbocharger failure
  • Symptoms: Loss of power, black smoke from the exhaust
  • Solution: Replace the turbocharger
  • Estimated Cost to Fix: $2,000 - $3,000+
  • Recalls: None Found
• EGR valve failure
  • Symptoms: Check engine light, poor engine performance
  • Solution: Replace the EGR valve
  • Estimated Cost to Fix: $500 - $1,000+
  • Recalls: None Found

D13TC

• Fuel injector failure
  • Symptoms: Hard starting, rough idling, loss of power
  • Solution: Replace the fuel injectors
  • Estimated Cost to Fix: $1,000 - $2,000+
  • Recalls: None Found

D16TC

• Connecting rod bearing failure
  • Symptoms: Knocking noise from the engine, loss of power
  • Solution: Replace the connecting rod bearings
  • Estimated Cost to Fix: $4,000 - $6,000+
  • Recalls: None Found

Transmission

I-Shift Automated Manual Transmission

• Shift solenoid failure
  • Symptoms: Difficulty shifting gears, transmission slipping out of gear
  • Solution: Replace the shift solenoid
  • Estimated Cost to Fix: $500 - $1,000+
  • Recalls: None Found
• Transmission fluid leak
  • Symptoms: Transmission fluid puddle under the vehicle, difficulty shifting gears
  • Solution: Repair the leak and replace the transmission fluid
  • Estimated Cost to Fix: $500 - $1,500+
  • Recalls: None Found

Suspension

• Air suspension leak
  • Symptoms: Vehicle sagging on one side, rough ride
  • Solution: Repair the air leak
  • Estimated Cost to Fix: $200 - $1,000+
  • Recalls: None Found
• Shock absorber failure
  • Symptoms: Bouncy ride, poor handling
  • Solution: Replace the shock absorbers
  • Estimated Cost to Fix: $300 - $800+
  • Recalls: None Found

Electrical

• Battery failure
  • Symptoms: Vehicle won’t start, electrical system malfunctions
  • Solution: Replace the battery
  • Estimated Cost to Fix: $200 - $500+
  • Recalls: None Found
• Alternator failure
  • Symptoms: Dim headlights, dead battery, electrical system malfunctions
  • Solution: Replace the alternator
  • Estimated Cost to Fix: $500 - $1,000+
  • Recalls: None Found

Exterior

• Headlight condensation
  • Symptoms: Water droplets inside the headlights
  • Solution: Replace the headlights
  • Estimated Cost to Fix: $500 - $1,000+
  • Recalls: None Found
• Tail light failure
  • Symptoms: Inoperative tail lights
  • Solution: Replace the tail lights
  • Estimated Cost to Fix: $200 - $500+
  • Recalls: None Found

Interior

• Dashboard cluster failure
  • Symptoms: Inoperative gauges, warning lights not working
  • Solution: Replace the dashboard cluster
  • Estimated Cost to Fix: $500 - $1,000+
  • Recalls: None Found
• Climate control failure
  • Symptoms: Inoperativeエアコンor heater, uneven temperatures in the cabin
  • Solution: Repair or replace the climate control system
  • Estimated Cost to Fix: $500 - $1,500+
  • Recalls: None Found

Summary

The 2018 Volvo B11R is a powerful and reliable coach chassis, but it is not without its issues. Some of the more common problems reported by owners include turbocharger failure, EGR valve failure, fuel injector failure, shift solenoid failure, transmission fluid leaks, air suspension leaks, shock absorber failure, battery failure, alternator failure, headlight condensation, tail light failure, dashboard cluster failure, and climate control failure. The severity of these issues varies, but most can be repaired for a reasonable cost.