1995 Volvo Volvo Truck: problems, recalls and reliability

1 recall and 10 owner complaints on record; most reports concern electrical system; the 1996 and 1997 model years look more trouble-free.

Data updated weekly · latest recall Apr 1999

recalls

owner complaints

fire reports

typical failure mileage, mi

All counts are reports filed with NHTSA in the United States - US market only, not worldwide totals.

No fire reports

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Common problems

Computed from 10 owner complaints filed with NHTSA for this exact model year.

Limited data: only 10 complaints on record for this model year - too few for percentage statistics. Bars show raw report counts; read them as individual owner reports, not reliability rates. For a fuller picture, check nearby model years.

Electrical System (battery, wiring, electronics)2 complaints

Suspension (shocks, springs, ride quality)2 complaints

Engine And Engine Cooling (engine, radiator, overheating)2 complaints

Parking Brake1 complaint

Power Train (transmission, axles, driveline)1 complaint

Service Brakes, Air (brakes)1 complaint

“While driving, the driveshaft fell from the truck onto the road, causing another vehicle to run over it flatening both of the vehicles tires.*yd (ohio traffic report #10-91-550.*yd”Owner report · Power Train · Oct 2001

“1995 wia model. Consumer experiencing white smoke and loss of power and coolant. Consumer also states that the valve failed, there were 4 oil leaks and the turbo failed. Dealer replaced head gasket and piston skirt. Tractor is under warranty, however consumer had to pay for repairs. *tt”Owner report · Engine And Engine Cooling · Mar 2000

“1995 wia64tes model. Experienced problems with getting truck to stop. Brake pedal was rising easily. Brake valve was replaced, now tractor is too low, however brakes working. Spoke with warranty dept. But not willing to do anything. *tt”Owner report · Service Brakes, Air

Recalls - 1 campaign

Fan (engine and engine cooling)99V078000 · Apr 1999

VEHICLE DESCRIPTION: CLASS 8 HEAVY DUTY TRUCKS ASSEMBLED BY EITHER VOLVO GM HEAVY TRUCK CORPORATION OR VOLVO TRUCKS NORTH AMERICA, INC., AND WITH A 2,100 RPM DETROIT SERIES 60 ENGINE, AND A 32 INCH, 8 BLADE KYSOR ENGINE COOLING FAN. THE BLADES MAY SEPARATE FROM THE ENGINE COOLING FAN ASSEMBLY DURING FAN OPERATION AND FULL ENGINE RPM.

Remedy: DEALERS WILL REPLACE THE FACTORY INSTALLED ENGINE COOLING FAN.

How other years compare

1995 (this page)10 complaints · 1 recalls 1996solid year5 complaints · 3 recalls 1997solid year3 complaints · 3 recalls

Counts are not adjusted for time on the road here - see all Volvo Truck years ranked fairly for the age-adjusted comparison.

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Frequently asked questions

Is the 1995 Volvo Volvo Truck reliable?

NHTSA has 10 owner complaints and 1 recall campaign on record for the 1995 Volvo Volvo Truck. The most complained-about area is electrical system.

Does the 1995 Volvo Volvo Truck have open recalls?

1 recall campaign has been issued, the latest concerning engine and engine cooling. Check your specific vehicle by VIN - recall repairs are free at franchised dealers.

Source: NHTSA recall campaigns and owner complaints (public domain). Counts reflect reports on file and are not a defect rate.