1999 Volvo Volvo Truck: problems, recalls and reliability
1 recall and 12 owner complaints on record; most reports concern suspension; the 1997 model year looks more trouble-free.
Data updated weekly · latest recall Apr 2002
All counts are reports filed with NHTSA in the United States - US market only, not worldwide totals.
Common problems
Computed from 12 owner complaints filed with NHTSA for this exact model year.
“While driving the vehicle's left steering arm came apart. The vehicle then drifted into the wall and came to rest. The vehicle sustained damage. It was determined that the steering arm was improperly maintained (ohio traffic crash report). *mr *nm”Owner report · Steering · Aug 2003
“Consumer owns four of these trucks, they are experiencing steer tire wear and problems with alignment, on one of the vehicles the left tire broke causing a fuel spill, two of the vehicles had tire blowouts, consumer also stated everything inside tire broke, consumer also states there were accidents, however did not specify as to which vehicles. *yd”Owner report · Suspension
“Consumer stated that the truck was in an accident due to center pin sheered off and u-bolt was missing, however the dealer stated it was due to impact of jackknife. *yh”Owner report · Suspension
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“Consumer stated the seat valve, foot valve hood shocks, cab blower motor steering column were all replaced, also the suspension leveling valve and air dryer were also replaced.*jb”Owner report · Suspension
“The average miles the consumer gets out of a set of steering tires are: 1st set-85k, 2nd set-100k, and is now on the 3rd set of tires. (volvo trucks of north america/model-ungio) scc”Owner report · Suspension
“Various problems with front end resulting in axle sliding around curve causing a rollover 25-march-2000, consumer heard loud snap as accident happended, front left tire was bent, contacted specialist claims who said the axle shifted. *tt”Owner report · Suspension
“The day time running lights stay on after the vehicle has been shut off. The heater fan had to be replaced twice. The engine idles high when attempting to shift gears making the jake brake inoperable. *jg”Owner report · Visibility
“Consumer states that steer axle tires are experiencing excessive wear, the left side front ubolt failed and caused damage to the inner sidewall of a tire. *slc”Owner report · Suspension
“Consumer is a driver for food lion. The complaint is with the brakes on the older model semi trucks. They freeze up in the mornings when the weather is cold. A co-worker had a mishap with one of the vehicles. The brakes froze causing the co-worker to lose control and over turn the vehicle. *jg”Owner report · Service Brakes, Air
“The truck is leaning to the left side.>the truck has premature steer tire wear on the right side.>the truck has extensive shaking in the steering wheel what caused >replacement of two windshields.>the truck looses wheel alignment.>my biggest concern is that a volvo gmc truck of chicago determined that>the truck has been involved in an accident. (I have invoice to prove it)>”Owner report · Visibility
Recalls - 1 campaign
CERTAIN HEAVY DUTY CLASS 8 VEHICLES FAIL TO COMPLY WITH FEDERAL MOTOR VEHICLE SAFETY STANDARD NO. 121, "AIR BRAKE SYSTEMS", S5.1.6.3, "ANTILOCK POWER FOR TOWED VEHICLES." ELECTRICAL POWER FOR THE TRAILER ANTI-LOCK BRAKING SYSTEM (ABS) CAN BE DISRUPTED WHEN A SWITCH LOCATED ON THE VEHICLE INSTRUMENT PANEL IS ACTIVATED TO CONTROL LIGHTING WITHIN THE TRAILER.
Remedy: DEALERS WILL INSTALL A WIRING HARNESS WHICH WILL PROVIDE CONTINUOUS ELECTRICAL POWER TO THE TRAILER ABS WHENEVER THE IGNITION SWITCH IS IN THE ON OR RUN POSITION. OWNER NOTIFICATION BEGAN APRIL 29, 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.
How other years compare
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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Is the 1999 Volvo Volvo Truck reliable?
NHTSA has 12 owner complaints and 1 recall campaign on record for the 1999 Volvo Volvo Truck. The most complained-about area is suspension.
Does the 1999 Volvo Volvo Truck have open recalls?
1 recall campaign has been issued, the latest concerning service brakes, air. 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.