Volvo VNR 300 Service & Repair Manual 2017–2020

Service and repair manuals for 4 model years of the Volvo VNR 300, 2017 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 — SOHC, turbocharged · 10.8L I6 — SOHC, turbocharged · 12.8L I6 — SOHC, turbocharged.

Federal safety record, all years: 14 recalls, 0 owner complaints and 0 technical service bulletins are logged for the VNR 300. Refreshed 2026-08-21.

01 / Model yearsChoose your VNR 300 year

YearPriceRecallsEnginesTrims
2020 $49.998 10.8L I6; 12.8L I6 Base Tractor Truck - Medium Conventional 2-Door select
2019 $49.994 10.8L I6; 12.8L I6 Base Tractor Truck - Medium Conventional 2-Door select
2018 $49.992 I6 Base Tractor Truck - Medium Conventional 2-Door select
2017 $49.99 I6 Base Tractor Truck - Medium Conventional 2-Door select

Related Volvo models: Volvo VNR 2018–2022

02 / Other yearsOther VNR 300 years

2020 Volvo VNR 300 · $49.99 select →

Engines: 10.8L I6 — SOHC, turbocharged; 12.8L I6 — SOHC, 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 loose steering gear can cause a loss of vehicle control, increasing the risk of a crash.
  • Electrical System — propulsion system › traction battery › thermal managemen: A battery short circuit increases the risk of a fire.
  • Equipment Adaptive/Mobility — vehicle controls › braking: Overly aggressive braking can result in the rear axle skidding, the brakes locking up, and/or a loss.
2019 Volvo VNR 300 · $49.99 select →

Engines: 10.8L I6 — SOHC, turbocharged; 12.8L I6 — SOHC, turbocharged. Trims: Base Tractor Truck - Medium Conventional 2-Door.

  • Trailer Hitches — fifth wheel assembly: If the trailer separates from the tractor, it can increase the risk of a crash.
  • Power Train — automatic transmission: The deformation of the air tank strap t-bolts may cause the t-bolt to disconnect from the strap allo.
  • Electrical System — wiring › fuses and circuit breakers: If the fuse blows the transmission may not shift, increasing the risk of a crash.
  • Equipment — other › labels: If the rear axles are overloaded, over time the wheel hubs may fail prematurely, increasing the risk.
2018 Volvo VNR 300 · $49.99 select →

Engines: I6 — SOHC, turbocharged. Trims: Base Tractor Truck - Medium Conventional 2-Door.

  • Electrical System — wiring › fuses and circuit breakers: If the fuse blows the transmission may not shift, increasing the risk of a crash.
  • Equipment — other › labels: If the rear axles are overloaded, over time the wheel hubs may fail prematurely, increasing the risk.
2017 Volvo VNR 300 · $49.99 select →

Engines: I6 — SOHC, turbocharged. Trims: Base Tractor Truck - Medium Conventional 2-Door.

No recalls on federal record for the 2017 VNR 300.

03 / OwnershipOwn it — don't rent it

OptionWhat you payAfter a year
eManualStore VNR 300 manual$49.99 onceStill yours
Per-vehicle online subscriptionfrom $29 / year, renewingPay again or lose access
Library membership services$33 / month, capped$396 spent, nothing kept
Professional shop databases$499–$2,388 / yearRenew or lose access

Competitor figures as published on their sites, August 2026.

FAQQuestions about the VNR 300 manual

Which VNR 300 years does this manual cover?

Every year from 2017 to 2020 — 4 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 VNR 300 manual or an aftermarket guide?

The OEM version. It carries the procedures, specifications, torque values and wiring diagrams Volvo published for the VNR 300, organized by system — not a condensed aftermarket summary.

Does it include VNR 300 wiring diagrams?

Yes. Full wiring diagrams are part of every VNR 300 manual, alongside repair procedures, specifications and diagnostic information.

Does the manual cover VNR 300 recalls?

14 recalls are on federal record across the 2017–2020 VNR 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 VNR 300 years cost more?

Every VNR 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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