3 recalls and 0 owner complaints on file with NHTSA for the 2001 Volvo WX.
3
recalls
0
owner complaints
0
complaints mentioning a crash
0
mentioning a fire
Recalls apply to specific production ranges. To see whether a particular car still has an open recall, enter its VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls. Repairs for safety recalls are free at authorised dealers.
2001 Volvo WX recalls
Power train: automatic transmission
NHTSA campaign 03V308000 · reported August 22, 2003 · VOLVO TRUCKS NORTH AMERICA INC · 3,426 vehicles potentially affected
The problem
On certain heavy-duty class 8 vehicles, the body builder wiring option was mis-wired in such a way that the auto neutral with service brake status option may allow the transmission to go into forward gear without the driver's foot pressing down on the brake pedal first.
The risk
Unintended movement of the vehicle could put persons in danger inside and outside the vehicle.
The fix
Volvo trucks will notify its customers and install an additional air operated stop light switch and the necessary wiring changes. Owner notification is expected to begin during september 2003. Owners who take their vehicles to an authorized dealer on an agreed upon service date and do not receive the free remedy within a reasonable time should contact at 1-800-528-6586.
Power train: axle assembly
NHTSA campaign 02V036000 · reported February 5, 2002 · VOLVO TRUCKS NORTH AMERICA INC · 215 vehicles potentially affected
The problem
On certain heavy duty class 8 trucks, the forward and/or rear drive axle upper axle seat can break allowing the axle to shift out of alignment.
The risk
This could result in a loss of axle stability increasing the risk of a crash.
The fix
Dealers will inspect the upper axle seat for a certain date code that is stamped on the part, and those axles will be replaced. Owner notification began march 15, 2002. Owners who take their vehicles to an authorized dealer on an agreed upon service date and do not receive the free remedy within a reasonable time should contact volvo trucks at 1-800-528-6586.
Vehicle speed control: accelerator pedal
NHTSA campaign 02V004002 · reported January 20, 2002 · VOLVO TRUCKS NORTH AMERICA INC · 115 vehicles potentially affected
The problem
On certain heavy duty class 8 vehicles equipped with electronic throttle control/accelerator pedals supplied by williams controls industries, the weld attaching the clevis to the plate has insufficient penetration and could allow the clevis to separate from the plate.
The risk
If the clevis separated from the plate while the vehicle was in use, the vehicle would return to idle, increasing the risk of a crash.
The fix
Dealers will replace these pedals. Owner notification began january 30, 2002. Owners who take their vehicles to an authorized dealer on an agreed upon service date and do not receive the free remedy within a reasonable time should contact volvo trucks at 1-800-528-6586.
Yes. NHTSA lists 3 recalls for the 2001 Volvo WX, the most recent reported on August 22, 2003 (Power train: automatic transmission). Check a specific car by its VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.
What are the most common problems with the 2001 Volvo WX?
There are few or no owner complaints on file for the 2001 Volvo WX.
Source: NHTSA recall and complaint data, updated October 27, 2026.