MYRModel Year Report

1999 Volvo VN610

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1999 Volvo VN610
RENDERED 2026-11-01T13:36:20.364Z

Only 21 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 21 complaints on file — too few for a fair verdict. The data below is complete but unranked.

How is this computed?

Complaints
21

Too few to rank

Recalls
0

None on file

Investigations
3

Opened by NHTSA

Top problem
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Not enough data

Complaints per year

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

1999: 21 complaints

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YearComplaints
19973
199859
199921
200018
20011

Known problem areas

Only 21 complaints on file for this model year — too few to rank by share. Raw counts only, below.

Suspension

10 of 21 total reports mention: suspension.

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Consumer states there is a problem with the dash lights.

NHTSA ODI report, 2002-04-26

Also filed under Interior lighting

Electrical system

6 of 21 total reports mention: electrical system, most commonly citing interior/under dash and alternator/generator/regulator.

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Consumer called complaining about having problem with electrical system on the dash board. Also stated that while driving the vehicle dash board loses power.

NHTSA ODI report, 2002-12-17

Power train

3 of 21 total reports mention: power train, most commonly citing manual transmission and axle assembly.

Visibility

2 of 21 total reports mention: visibility, most commonly citing windshield and glass, side/rear.

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Consumer stated the front window was cracked.

NHTSA ODI report, 2002-04-26

Steering

2 of 21 total reports mention: steering, most commonly citing connection and gear box (other than rack and pinion).

CRASH
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Owner reports that ball socket on drag link separated creating a loss of steering. Vehicle departed right side of roadway and came to rest in a swamp. Owner reports vehicle mileage at just over 501,000.

NHTSA ODI report, 2003-04-08

Safety timeline

No recalls on file for this model year.

0 recalls · 3 investigations · oldest first

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  1. I
    2002-09-06Engineering analysisClosed 2003-11-06 Front suspension u-bolts loosen or break
  2. I
    2004-02-05Preliminary evaluationClosed 2004-06-24 Steering binding
  3. I
    2004-06-24Engineering analysisClosed 2005-03-31 Steering binding

Buy-smart checklist

1999 Volvo VN610 — pre-purchase inspection

Inspect

  • Suspension: 10 reports on file for this year.
  • Electrical system: 6 reports on file for this year.
  • Power train: 3 reports on file for this year.
Inspected by ______________ Date ______________

FAQ

Is the 1999 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 1999 Volvo VN610?
The most-reported component is suspension, accounting for 48% of complaints on file.
How many recalls does the 1999 Volvo VN610 have?
No recalls are on file for this model year.

Data updated 2026-11-01 · Complaints are unverified owner reports filed with NHTSA, not independently verified defects. Methodology.