1999 Volvo VN

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1999 Volvo VN
RENDERED 2026-08-02T10:55:35.355Z

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.

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COMPLAINTS PER YEAR

Complaints per year, Volvo VN Bar chart of distinct NHTSA complaints filed per model year, 1999 highlighted. 1996: 2 complaints 1996 1997: 0 complaints 1998: 9 complaints 1999: 9 complaints 1999 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
1999: 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

4 of 9 total reports mention: suspension.

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ABOUT 60K MILES OR SO I STARTED TO NOTICE A VERY MINOR VIBRATION THAT CONTINUED TO GET WORSE. TIRE WEAR WAS SHOWING PERFECT BRIDGESTONE R227'S FRONT AND R726 REAR. IT CONTINUED TO GRADUALLY GET WORSE TIRES STILL LOOKING FINE.

NHTSA ODI report, 20000204

VISIBILITY

1 of 9 total reports mentions: visibility.

VISIBILITY

1 of 9 total reports mentions: visibility.

FIRE
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ACCESSORY PANEL OF CAB,LOCATED IN SLEEPER COMPARTMENT CAUGHT FIRE. *JB

NHTSA ODI report, 20010425

TIRES

1 of 9 total reports mentions: tires.

SUSPENSION

1 of 9 total reports mentions: suspension.

FIRE
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1999 VOLVO VN, DESTROYED BY AN AXLE FIRE. *BF (OHIO TRAFFIC CRASH REPORT # 10-0446-91)*JB UPDATED 09/13/10*BF

NHTSA ODI report, 20100901

SAFETY TIMELINE

R 19990517 — service brakes, air

VEHICLE DESCRIPTION: HEAVY DUTY TRUCKS EQUIPPED WITH MERITOR AIR BRAKE AUTOMATIC SLACK ADJUSTERS. SOME OF THE AUTOMATIC SLACK ADJUSTERS HAD INSUFFICIENT TORQUE APPLIED TO THE GUIDE PAWL CAP SCREW.

Remedy: DEALERS WILL CHECK THE TORQUE ON THE AUTOMATIC SLACK ADJUSTER GUIDE PAWL. IF THERE IS NO TORQUE, THE BRAKES WILL BE ADJUSTED AND THE GUIDE PAWL WILL BE TIGHTENED TO 15-20 FT. LBS.

Campaign 99V055004 — 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 20001017 — steering

VEHICLE DESCRIPTION: HEAVY DUTY CLASS 8 VEHICLES EQUIPPED WITH ARVINMERITOR AXLE ASSEMBLIES WHICH MAY HAVE BEEN MANUFACTURED WITH TRW MODEL 20EDL BALL SOCKETS. THE TIE ROD BALL-SOCKET BEARINGS HAVE

Remedy: DEALERS WILL REPLACE THE BALL SOCKET ASSEMBLIES. THE CAMPAIGN HAS BEEN SUPERCEDED BY RECALL NO. 02V037002. OWNER NOTIFICATION BEGAN NOVEMBER 17, 2000. OWNERS WHO TAKE THEIR VEHICLES TO AN AUTHORIZ

Campaign 01V139001 — 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

R 20020725 — steering

ON SOME HEAVY DUTY CLASS 8 VEHICLES EQUIPPED WITH ARVINMERITOR AXLE ASSEMBLIES WHICH MAY HAVE BEEN MANUFACTURED WITH TRW MODEL 20EDL BALL SOCKETS, THE TIE ROD BALL-SOCKET BEARINGS HAVE A BELOW SPECIF

Remedy: DEALERS WILL REPLACE THE BALL SOCKET ASSEMBLIES. THIS CAMPAIGN SUPERSEDES NHTSA CAMPAIGN NOS. 01V-139.001 AND 02V-037.002. OWNER NOTIFICATION BEGAN JULY 25, 2002. OWNERS WHO TAKE THEIR VEHICLES

Campaign 02V037005 — check if this car was fixed

I 20040205 — PE (closed 20040624)

STEERING BINDING

I 20040624 — EA (closed 20050331)

STEERING BINDING

BUY-SMART CHECKLIST

1999 Volvo VN — pre-purchase inspection

  • Test/inspect for suspension issues (4 reports on file for this year).
  • Test/inspect for visibility issues (1 reports on file for this year).
  • Test/inspect for visibility issues (1 reports on file for this year).
  • Verify recall 99V055004 (service brakes, air) has been completed.
  • Verify recall 99V225000 (visibility) has been completed.
  • Verify recall 01V139001 (steering) has been completed.
  • Verify recall 01V093000 (equipment) has been completed.
  • Verify recall 02V037005 (steering) has been completed.

FAQ

Is the 1999 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 1999 Volvo VN?

The most-reported component is suspension, accounting for 44% of complaints on file.

How many recalls does the 1999 Volvo VN have?

5 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.