MYRModel Year Report

1996 Volvo VN

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1996 Volvo VN
RENDERED 2026-08-02T10:54:14.904Z

Only 2 complaints on file — too few 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.

Only 2 complaints on file — too few for a fair verdict. The data below is complete but unranked.

How is this computed?

COMPLAINTS PER YEAR

Complaints per year, Volvo VN Bar chart of distinct NHTSA complaints filed per model year, 1996 highlighted. 1996: 2 complaints 1996 1997: 0 complaints 1998: 9 complaints 1999: 9 complaints 2000: 5 complaints 2000 2001: 1 complaints 2002: 0 complaints 2003: 3 complaints 2004: 1 complaints 2004 2005: 2 complaints 2006: 2 complaints 2007: 3 complaints 2008: 2 complaints 2008 2009: 0 complaints 2010: 0 complaints 2011: 0 complaints 2012: 2 complaints 2012 2013: 1 complaints 2014: 2 complaints 2015: 0 complaints 2016: 0 complaints 2016 2017: 0 complaints 2018: 2 complaints 2019: 0 complaints 2020: 5 complaints 2020 2021: 3 complaints 2022: 0 complaints 2023: 0 complaints 2024: 1 complaints 2024 2025: 0 complaints 2026: 0 complaints 2027: 0 complaints 2027
1996: 2 complaints
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YearComplaints
19962
19970
19989
19999
20005
20011
20020
20033
20041
20052
20062
20073
20082
20090
20100
20110
20122
20131
20142
20150
20160
20170
20182
20190
20205
20213
20220
20230
20241
20250
20260
20270

KNOWN PROBLEM AREAS

Only 2 complaints on file for this model year -- too few to rank by share. Raw counts only, below.

SUSPENSION

2 of 2 total reports mention: suspension.

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CONSUMER HAS REPLACED 15 SETS OF STEER TIRES, HAS HAD 10 ALIGNMENTS, ALSO, 7 SETS OF BEARINGS HAD TO BE REPLACED. *JG

NHTSA ODI report, 20020508

STEERING

1 of 2 total reports mentions: steering.

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VEHICLE'S STEERING BOX FELL OUT. *JG

NHTSA ODI report, 20020508

SAFETY TIMELINE

R 19970327 — power train

THE TRANSMISSION SHIFT CONTROL LEVER CAN BREAK OFF AT THE TRANSMISSION.

Remedy: DEALERS WILL REPLACE THESE TRANSMISSION SHIFT CONTROL LEVERS WITH NEW CONTROL LEVERS.

Campaign 97V033000 — check if this car was fixed

I 20010418 — EA (closed 20020730)

U-BOLT FAILURES ON DRIVE -AXLE ASSEMBLIE

BUY-SMART CHECKLIST

1996 Volvo VN — pre-purchase inspection

  • Test/inspect for suspension issues (2 reports on file for this year).
  • Test/inspect for steering issues (1 reports on file for this year).
  • Verify recall 97V033000 (power train) has been completed.
Inspected by ______________ Date ______________

FAQ

Is the 1996 Volvo VN 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 1996 Volvo VN?

The most-reported component is suspension, accounting for 100% of complaints on file.

How many recalls does the 1996 Volvo VN have?

1 recall on file for this model year.

Data updated 2026-07-11 · Complaints are unverified owner reports filed with NHTSA, not independently verified defects. Methodology.