Service and repair manuals for 5 model years of the Volvo VNL 300, 2016 to 2020. Each manual is matched to one exact year — the specifications and procedure sequences are the ones Volvo published for that year's engine and trim, not values carried across the whole production run.
Engines across the range: I6 — turbocharged · 12.8L I6 — turbocharged · 10.8L I6 — turbocharged · 14.9L I6 — turbocharged · 10.8L I6 — SOHC, turbocharged · 12.8L I6 — SOHC, turbocharged · 14.9L I6 — DOHC, turbocharged.
Federal safety record, all years: 25 recalls, 33 owner complaints and 0 technical service bulletins are logged for the VNL 300. Refreshed 2026-08-21.
01 / Model yearsChoose your VNL 300 year
| Year | Price | Recalls | Engines | Trims | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2020 | $49.99 | 9 | 10.8L I6; 12.8L I6; 14.9L I6; 14.9L I6 | Base Tractor Truck - Medium Conventional 2-Door | select |
| 2019 | $49.99 | 6 | 10.8L I6; 12.8L I6; 14.9L I6; 14.9L I6 | Base Tractor Truck - Medium Conventional 2-Door | details → |
| 2018 | $49.99 | 3 | 14.9L I6; I6; 10.8L I6; 12.8L I6 | Base Tractor Truck - Medium Conventional 2-Door | details → |
| 2017 | $49.99 | 4 | I6; 10.8L I6; 12.8L I6 | Base Tractor Truck - Medium Conventional 2-Door | select |
| 2016 | $49.99 | 3 | I6; 12.8L I6 | Base Tractor Truck - Medium Conventional 2-Door | details → |
Related Volvo models: Volvo VNL 2000–2022
02 / Other yearsOther VNL 300 years
2020 Volvo VNL 300 · $49.99 select →
Engines: 10.8L I6 — SOHC, turbocharged; 12.8L I6 — SOHC, turbocharged; 14.9L I6 — turbocharged; 14.9L I6 — DOHC, turbocharged. Trims: Base Tractor Truck - Medium Conventional 2-Door.
- Steering: The loose fasteners may result in a loss of vehicle control, increasing the risk of a crash.
- Steering: A loss of steering control increases the risk of a crash.
- Steering: A loose steering gear can cause a loss of vehicle control, increasing the risk of a crash.
- Structure — body: If a window detaches from the vehicle, it may strike another vehicle or pedestrian, increasing the r.
2017 Volvo VNL 300 · $49.99 select →
Engines: I6 — turbocharged; 10.8L I6 — turbocharged; 12.8L I6 — turbocharged. Trims: Base Tractor Truck - Medium Conventional 2-Door.
- Suspension — front › hub: Overloaded front wheel hubs can result in premature failure of the hubs, bearings, and the related c.
- Service Brakes, Air: If the brake system becomes contaminated, braking performance could be affected, increasing the risk.
- Steering: Separation of the steering shaft will result in complete loss of steering which may lead to a vehicl.
- Engine And Engine Cooling — engine › diesel: An engine stall can increase the risk of a crash.
03 / OwnershipOwn it — don't rent it
| Option | What you pay | After a year |
|---|---|---|
| eManualStore VNL 300 manual | $49.99 once | Still yours |
| Per-vehicle online subscription | from $29 / year, renewing | Pay again or lose access |
| Library membership services | $33 / month, capped | $396 spent, nothing kept |
| Professional shop databases | $499–$2,388 / year | Renew or lose access |
Competitor figures as published on their sites, August 2026.
FAQQuestions about the VNL 300 manual
Which VNL 300 years does this manual cover?
Every year from 2016 to 2020 — 5 separate manuals, one per model year. Pick your year in the selector; the manual you receive is matched to that exact year, engine and trim.
Is this the OEM Volvo VNL 300 manual or an aftermarket guide?
The OEM version. It carries the procedures, specifications, torque values and wiring diagrams Volvo published for the VNL 300, organized by system — not a condensed aftermarket summary.
Does it include VNL 300 wiring diagrams?
Yes. Full wiring diagrams are part of every VNL 300 manual, alongside repair procedures, specifications and diagnostic information.
Does the manual cover VNL 300 recalls?
25 recalls are on federal record across the 2016–2020 VNL 300, listed by year below. The manual carries the manufacturer's diagnostic and repair procedures behind the systems involved; the recall repairs themselves are performed free by Volvo dealers.
Why do some VNL 300 years cost more?
Every VNL 300 year is $49.99.
Is this a subscription?
No. One payment, and the manual is yours to keep — unlike per-vehicle subscriptions that renew every year.
How do I get the manual after purchase?
It is a digital manual — nothing ships. Access details arrive by email right after checkout, and you can use it on any device.
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