MYRModel Year Report

1998 Volvo VN610

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1998 Volvo VN610
RENDERED 2026-11-01T11:38:46.258Z

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
59
Recalls
0

None on file

Investigations
6

Opened by NHTSA

Top problem
Suspension

69% of complaints

Complaints per year

1997: 3 complaints 1997 1998: 59 complaints 1998 59 1999: 21 complaints 1999 2000: 18 complaints 2000 2001: 1 complaint 2001
1997: 3 complaints 1997 1998: 59 complaints 1998 59 1999: 21 complaints 1999 2000: 18 complaints 2000 2001: 1 complaint 2001
1997: 3 complaints 1997 1998: 59 complaints 1998 59 1999: 21 complaints 1999 2000: 18 complaints 2000 2001: 1 complaint 2001

1998: 59 complaints

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YearComplaints
19973
199859
199921
200018
20011

Known problem areas

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

Suspension

69% · 41 reports

Most commonly citing hub and u-bolt, leaf spring to axle.

CRASH
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Tl*the contact owns a 1998 Volvo VN610. While driving 55 MPH, the vehicle lost steering power. The contact lost control and crashed into a guard rail. The vehicle was towed from the scene.

NHTSA ODI report, 2007-08-14

Also filed under Steering

Electrical system

25% · 15 reports

Most commonly citing interior/under dash and wiring.

FIRE
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Consumer experiencing wiring harness problem under the dash, also the dash wires shorted out which caused the dash lights to go out.

NHTSA ODI report, 2002-05-08

Steering

24% · 14 reports

Most commonly citing gear box (other than rack and pinion) and connection.

CRASHINJURYDEATH
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Trw manufactured ball socket on drag link separated resulting in loss of steering. Minor crash with no injuries

NHTSA ODI report, 2003-08-29

Company owned vehicle was involved in a fatal collision. The vehicle veered across the median and overturned, killing driver. Inspection of vehicle's steering gear box revealed splines of worm gear worn away or sheared gears.

NHTSA ODI report, 2002-05-14

Engine and engine cooling

19% · 11 reports

Most commonly citing gasoline and diesel.

Power train

17% · 10 reports

Most commonly citing manual transmission and clutch assembly.

Safety timeline

No recalls on file for this model year.

0 recalls · 6 investigations · oldest first

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  1. I
    2001-12-03Preliminary evaluationClosed 2002-03-26 Sleeper berth fires
  2. I
    2001-12-03Preliminary evaluationClosed 2002-06-14 Steering gearbox or u-joint
  3. I
    2001-12-03Preliminary evaluationClosed 2002-09-06 Steering axle u-bolt
  4. I
    2002-09-06Engineering analysisClosed 2003-11-06 Front suspension u-bolts loosen or break
  5. I
    2004-02-05Preliminary evaluationClosed 2004-06-24 Steering binding
  6. I
    2004-06-24Engineering analysisClosed 2005-03-31 Steering binding

Buy-smart checklist

1998 Volvo VN610 — pre-purchase inspection

Inspect

  • Suspension: 41 reports on file for this year.
  • Electrical system: 15 reports on file for this year.
  • Steering: 14 reports on file for this year.
Inspected by ______________ Date ______________

FAQ

Is the 1998 Volvo VN610 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 VN610?
The most-reported component is suspension, accounting for 69% of complaints on file.
How many recalls does the 1998 Volvo VN610 have?
No recalls are on file for this model year.

Data updated 2026-10-31 · Complaints are unverified owner reports filed with NHTSA, not independently verified defects. Methodology.