MYRModel Year Report

1999 Volvo 770

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1999 Volvo 770
RENDERED 2026-09-17T04:40:58.678Z

Not enough comparison years on file yet for a fair verdict.

This verdict reflects complaint volume compared to this model's typical year. Recalls and safety issues below apply regardless of the verdict — always check them.

How is this computed?

COMPLAINTS PER YEAR

Complaints per year, Volvo 770 Bar chart of distinct NHTSA complaints filed per model year, 1999 highlighted. 1998: 39 complaints 1998 1999: 33 complaints 1999 2000: 35 complaints 2000 2001: 1 complaints 2001
1999: 33 complaints
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YearComplaints
199839
199933
200035
20011

KNOWN PROBLEM AREAS

Percentages can add to more than 100% -- a complaint can name more than one system.

SUSPENSION 67%

67% of complaints: suspension — 22 distinct reports on file, most commonly citing u-bolt, leaf spring to axle and wheel bearing.

INJURY
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CONSUMER STATED THAT ALL U-BOLTS ON FRONT AXLE BROKE, CAUSING A LOSS OF DRIVELINES, CONSUMER INJURED HIS KNEES, VEHICLE WAS ALIGNED AND SIX MONTHS LATER WAS OFF AGAIN, FRONT AXLE IS TOO HEAVY WITH A FUEL TANK AND DRIVER. *YD

NHTSA ODI report, 20020514

THE SPRING BROKE ON THE VEHICLE, CAUSING THE LEFT STEERING WHEEL ASSEMBLY FELL UNDER THE TRUCK, TOOK OUT THE ENGINE AND CAUSED VEHICLE TO ROLL ON STRAIGHTAWAY, CONSUMER WAS TAKEN TO THE HOSPITAL. *JG

NHTSA ODI report, 20020514

WHILE DRIVING VEHICLE U BOLT FELLOFF. CONSUMER DID NOT NOTICE THIS UNTIL A WEEK AFTER WHEN HE WAS HAVING OIL CHANGED IN VEHICLE.*AK

NHTSA ODI report, 20020912

ELECTRICAL SYSTEM 42%

42% of complaints: electrical system — 14 distinct reports on file, most commonly citing interior/under dash and starter assembly.

FIRE
POWER TRAIN 36%

36% of complaints: power train — 12 distinct reports on file, most commonly citing universal joint and manual transmission.

STEERING 18%

18% of complaints: steering — 6 distinct reports on file, most commonly citing hydraulic power assist system and shaft pitman.

VISIBILITY 15%

15% of complaints: visibility — 5 distinct reports on file, most commonly citing glass, side/rear and windshield wiper/washer.

SAFETY TIMELINE

No recalls on file for this model year.

I 20011203 — PE (closed 20020326)

SLEEPER BERTH FIRES

I 20011203 — PE (closed 20020614)

STEERING GEARBOX OR U-JOINT

I 20011203 — PE (closed 20020906)

STEERING AXLE U-BOLT

I 20020906 — EA (closed 20031106)

FRONT SUSPENSION U-BOLTS LOOSEN OR BREAK

BUY-SMART CHECKLIST

1999 Volvo 770 — pre-purchase inspection

  • Test/inspect for suspension issues (22 reports on file for this year).
  • Test/inspect for electrical system issues (14 reports on file for this year).
  • Test/inspect for power train issues (12 reports on file for this year).
Inspected by ______________ Date ______________

FAQ

Is the 1999 Volvo 770 reliable?

There isn't enough NHTSA complaint data on file yet to give this model year a verdict.

What are the most common problems with the 1999 Volvo 770?

The most-reported component is suspension, accounting for 67% of complaints on file.

How many recalls does the 1999 Volvo 770 have?

No recalls are on file for this model year.

Data updated 2026-09-16 · Complaints are unverified owner reports filed with NHTSA, not independently verified defects. Methodology.