2025 Volvo VNR Paint Codes & Color Options

Quick Reference: 2025 VNR Paint Colors

Note: Volvo offers a wide range of custom-order colors. If your color is not on this list, it may be a special-order paint. Always confirm your specific paint code before ordering touch-up supplies.

Where to Find Your VNR's Paint Code

On a Volvo VNR, the paint code is typically located on the vehicle's specification sticker, which is found inside the driver-side door jamb (the B-pillar). Open the driver's door and look for a black or silver label. The paint code is usually clearly labeled and is often a multi-digit number, sometimes with a preceding "VC" for "Volvo Color."

If the sticker is missing or unreadable, you have a couple of options:

1. Contact a Volvo Trucks Dealer: Provide them with your truck's Vehicle Identification Number (VIN). Their parts department can look up the exact factory color information.
2. Consult a Paint Supplier: A commercial paint supplier (like a PPG or Axalta distributor) can also use the VIN to identify the correct paint formula.

Best Touch-Up Paint Sources

Minor chips and scratches from life on the road are inevitable. Thankfully, there are several excellent sources for touch-up paint to keep your VNR looking its best.

• AutomotiveTouchup: This online retailer offers a wide range of ready-to-use paint products, including pens, brush-in bottles, and aerosol cans, all custom-mixed to match your VNR's specific factory color code.
• Your Volvo Trucks Dealer: The parts department at any authorized Volvo Trucks dealer can order official touch-up paint pens or bottles for a perfect OEM color match.
• Tcoat and other Custom-Mix Suppliers: For larger repairs, a professional automotive paint supplier can mix your color in larger quantities (pints, quarts) for use with a spray gun. This is the best option for significant bodywork.
• Dupli-Color: While widely available in auto parts stores, Dupli-Color is more focused on passenger cars. It can be difficult to find matches for commercial truck colors like those on the VNR. It's best to use a source that specializes in your specific paint code.

How to Use Touch-Up Paint

A successful touch-up repair relies on proper preparation. Follow these steps for a near-invisible fix on small chips and scratches:

1. Clean the Area: Thoroughly wash the chip with soap and water, then use a wax and grease remover or isopropyl alcohol to ensure the surface is completely clean.
2. Apply Primer: If the chip is down to bare metal, apply a small amount of automotive primer with a fine-tipped brush. This prevents rust and helps the color coat adhere properly. Let it dry completely.
3. Build the Base Coat: Apply thin layers of the color-matched base coat. Allow each layer to dry for the time recommended by the manufacturer (usually 20–30 minutes). Build the color up until it is level with the surrounding paint.
4. Apply Clear Coat: Once the base coat is fully cured, apply one or two thin layers of clear coat. This protects the color and provides the glossy finish. Be careful not to apply it too heavily, which can cause drips.

Color Matching Tips for Pearls and Tri-Coats

Metallic, Pearl, and Tri-Coat finishes require extra care to match correctly due to their depth and an effect called "flop" (how the color appears at different angles).

• Metallic Paints: The metallic flakes in the paint must be distributed evenly. When using an aerosol can, spray in a consistent, overlapping pattern. For brush-touching, dab the paint lightly rather than brushing it on to avoid concentrating the flakes in one area.
• Pearl & Tri-Coats (e.g., Crimson Cab 80011): These are the most complex. A tri-coat consists of a solid base color, a translucent pearl mid-coat, and a final clear coat. Achieving a perfect match requires blending each layer carefully. For anything larger than a very small chip, a professional repair is highly recommended, as matching the pearl effect is extremely difficult with touch-up products.

When in doubt, always test your touch-up paint on an inconspicuous area first to ensure a good match.

For larger dents, scrapes, or complex pearl repairs, it’s often best to seek professional help. Find a trusted body shop on Repairius.