1998 Volvo VN

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1998 Volvo VN
RENDERED 2026-08-02T10:54:25.205Z

Only 9 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 9 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, 1998 highlighted. 1996: 2 complaints 1996 1997: 0 complaints 1998: 9 complaints 1998 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
1998: 9 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 9 complaints on file for this model year -- too few to rank by share. Raw counts only, below.

SUSPENSION

6 of 9 total reports mention: suspension.

POWER TRAIN

2 of 9 total reports mention: power train.

TIRES

1 of 9 total reports mentions: tires.

INJURY
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THE STEERING COLUMN FAILED CAUSING LOSS OF CONTROL AND RESULTING IN AN ACCIDENT IN WHICH THE DRIVER SUSTAINED INJURIES. NLM

NHTSA ODI report, 20020314

STRUCTURE

1 of 9 total reports mentions: structure.

STRUCTURE

1 of 9 total reports mentions: structure.

SAFETY TIMELINE

R 19980530 — exterior lighting

VEHICLE DESCRIPTION: CLASS 8 HEAVY DUTY TRUCKS. THE ELECTRONIC MODULE THAT CONTROLS THE DAYTIME RUNNING LIGHTS (DRL) AND HEADLIGHTS CAN FAIL WITHOUT WARNING RESULTING IN THE LOSS OF THE DRL AND HEAD

Remedy: DEALERS WILL REPLACE THE DRL CONTROL MODULE.

Campaign 98V092000 — check if this car was fixed

R 19981130 — steering

VEHICLE DESCRIPTION: HEAVY DUTY TRUCKS EQUIPPED WITH A FAL 8.0 FRONT STEER AXLE. THE UPPER STEERING ARM CAN FAIL WITHOUT WARNING.

Remedy: DEALERS WILL INSPECT THE UPPER STEERING ARM AND REPLACE IT, IF REQUIRED.

Campaign 98V297000 — check if this car was fixed

R 19990927 — visibility

VEHICLE DESCRIPTION: HEAVY DUTY TRUCKS EQUIPPED WITH AN ESPAR COMPACT HEATER MOUNTED IN THE LUGGAGE COMPARTMENT. THE FUEL-METERING PUMP THAT SUPPLIES FUEL TO THE COMPACT HEATER IS NOT WIRED THROUGH

Remedy: DEALERS WILL WIRE THE FUEL-METERING PUMP THROUGH A ROLLOVER PROTECTION SWITCH.

Campaign 99V225000 — check if this car was fixed

R 20000328 — parking brake

VEHICLE DESCRIPTION: HEAVY DUTY TRUCKS EQUIPPED WITH HALDEX MANIFOLD DASH VALVES (MDV) USED IN TRACTOR AND TRAILER PARKING BRAKES. THESE VALVES DO NOT MEET THE REQUIREMENTS OF FMVSS NO. 121, "AIR B

Remedy: DEALERS WILL REPLACE THE SUSPECT VALVES.

Campaign 00V002002 — check if this car was fixed

I 20010418 — EA (closed 20020730)

U-BOLT FAILURES ON DRIVE -AXLE ASSEMBLIE

R 20010426 — equipment

VEHICLE DESCRIPTION: HEAVY DUTY CLASS 8 VEHICLES. UNDER CERTAIN OPERATING CONDITIONS, THE WEIGHT CERTIFICATION LABEL WHICH CONTAINS FRONT GROSS AXLE WEIGHT RATING (GAWR) INFORMATION PURSUANT TO THE

Remedy: THE WEIGHT CERTIFICATION LABEL WILL BE BROUGHT INTO COMPLIANCE BY ONE OR MORE OF THE FOLLOWING MEANS: (1) REPLACEMENT OF THE LABEL WITH ONE WHICH CONTAINS CORRECT INFORMATION; OR (2) REPLACEMENT OF FR

Campaign 01V093000 — check if this car was fixed

I 20010510 — DP (closed 20020123)

EQUIPMENT CERTIFICATION LABEL

I 20040205 — PE (closed 20040624)

STEERING BINDING

I 20040624 — EA (closed 20050331)

STEERING BINDING

R Date not on file — wheels

VEHICLE DESCRIPTION: HEAVY DUTY TRUCKS EQUIPPED WITH AFTERMARKET ALUMINUM DUAL WHEELS, 22.5X8.25, ONE-PIECE, TUBELESS, SUPPLIED BY ACCURIDE/AKW. CERTAIN DESIGN REVISIONS COMBINED WITH PROCESS CONDITIONS CAUSED FATIGUE CRACKS IN THESE WHEELS.

Remedy: ACCURIDE/AKW WILL REPLACE THESE WHEELS.

Campaign 98V120001 — check if this car was fixed

BUY-SMART CHECKLIST

1998 Volvo VN — pre-purchase inspection

  • Test/inspect for suspension issues (6 reports on file for this year).
  • Test/inspect for power train issues (2 reports on file for this year).
  • Test/inspect for tires issues (1 reports on file for this year).
  • Verify recall 98V120001 (wheels) has been completed.
  • Verify recall 98V092000 (exterior lighting) has been completed.
  • Verify recall 98V297000 (steering) has been completed.
  • Verify recall 99V225000 (visibility) has been completed.
  • Verify recall 00V002002 (parking brake) has been completed.
  • Verify recall 01V093000 (equipment) has been completed.

FAQ

Is the 1998 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 1998 Volvo VN?

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

How many recalls does the 1998 Volvo VN have?

6 recalls on file for this model year.

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