MYRModel Year Report

2000 Volvo VN610

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2000 Volvo VN610
RENDERED 2026-11-01T14:46:47.497Z

Only 18 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 18 complaints on file — too few for a fair verdict. The data below is complete but unranked.

How is this computed?

Complaints
18

Too few to rank

Recalls
0

None on file

Investigations
4

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

2000: 18 complaints

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YearComplaints
19973
199859
199921
200018
20011

Known problem areas

Only 18 complaints on file for this model year — too few to rank by share. Raw counts only, below.

Suspension

7 of 18 total reports mention: suspension, most commonly citing wheel bearing and hub.

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Premature wear from steer tires resulting from improper combination of race/bearings in meritor axles.

NHTSA ODI report, 2001-03-16

Steering

3 of 18 total reports mention: steering, most commonly citing shaft sector and gear box (other than rack and pinion).

CRASH
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While driving 55 MPH on the highway a malfunction occurred within the steering gear box which caused the vehicle to jerk and then pull to the left, causing loss of vehicle control, which resulted in a collision. Please give any further details.

NHTSA ODI report, 2002-05-02

The steering shaft sector of the u joint locked up.

NHTSA ODI report, 2003-02-11

Power train

3 of 18 total reports mention: power train, most commonly citing manual transmission and driveline.

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Vehicle was coming to a stop and clutch dropped, no warning, clutch is spicer brand.

NHTSA ODI report, 2001-02-01

Electrical system

3 of 18 total reports mention: electrical system, most commonly citing interior/under dash and wiring.

Equipment

2 of 18 total reports mention: equipment, most commonly citing air conditioner.

Safety timeline

No recalls on file for this model year.

0 recalls · 4 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

Buy-smart checklist

2000 Volvo VN610 — pre-purchase inspection

Inspect

  • Suspension: 7 reports on file for this year.
  • Steering: 3 reports on file for this year.
  • Power train: 3 reports on file for this year.
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FAQ

Is the 2000 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 2000 Volvo VN610?
The most-reported component is suspension, accounting for 39% of complaints on file.
How many recalls does the 2000 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.