MYRModel Year Report

1998 Volvo VN770

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1998 Volvo VN770
RENDERED 2026-11-01T13:56:21.237Z

Only 26 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 26 complaints on file — too few for a fair verdict. The data below is complete but unranked.

How is this computed?

Complaints
26

Too few to rank

Recalls
0

None on file

Investigations
2

Opened by NHTSA

Top problem
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Not enough data

Complaints per year

1998: 26 complaints 1998 26 1999: 31 complaints 1999 2000: 33 complaints 2000 2001: 5 complaints 2001
1998: 26 complaints 1998 26 1999: 31 complaints 1999 2000: 33 complaints 2000 2001: 5 complaints 2001
1998: 26 complaints 1998 26 1999: 31 complaints 1999 2000: 33 complaints 2000 2001: 5 complaints 2001

1998: 26 complaints

View as data table
YearComplaints
199826
199931
200033
20015

Known problem areas

Only 26 complaints on file for this model year — too few to rank by share. Raw counts only, below.

Suspension

10 of 26 total reports mention: suspension, most commonly citing front.

Structure

8 of 26 total reports mention: structure, most commonly citing frame and members and hood.

Electrical system

8 of 26 total reports mention: electrical system, most commonly citing interior/under dash and wiring.

Show complaint excerpts

Wiring harness under dash has experienced continued problems causing electrical malfunctions, power problems and shorts causing burning smell. Mjs.

NHTSA ODI report, 1999-12-14

Also filed under Steering and wheels

Power train

7 of 26 total reports mention: power train, most commonly citing manual transmission and clutch assembly.

Visibility

5 of 26 total reports mention: visibility, most commonly citing glass, side/rear and windshield.

Safety timeline

No recalls on file for this model year.

0 recalls · 2 investigations · oldest first

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  1. I
    2004-02-05Preliminary evaluationClosed 2004-06-24 Steering binding
  2. I
    2004-06-24Engineering analysisClosed 2005-03-31 Steering binding

Buy-smart checklist

1998 Volvo VN770 — pre-purchase inspection

Inspect

  • Suspension: 10 reports on file for this year.
  • Structure: 8 reports on file for this year.
  • Electrical system: 8 reports on file for this year.
Inspected by ______________ Date ______________

FAQ

Is the 1998 Volvo VN770 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 VN770?
The most-reported component is suspension, accounting for 38% of complaints on file.
How many recalls does the 1998 Volvo VN770 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.