MYRModel Year Report

1998 Volvo VN770

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1998 Volvo VN770
RENDERED 2026-09-17T02:46:55.756Z

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 PER YEAR

Complaints per year, Volvo VN770 Bar chart of distinct NHTSA complaints filed per model year, 1998 highlighted. 1998: 26 complaints 1998 1999: 31 complaints 1999 2000: 33 complaints 2000 2001: 5 complaints 2001
1998: 26 complaints
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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, 19991214

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.

I 20040205 — PE (closed 20040624)

STEERING BINDING

I 20040624 — EA (closed 20050331)

STEERING BINDING

BUY-SMART CHECKLIST

1998 Volvo VN770 — pre-purchase inspection

  • Test/inspect for suspension issues (10 reports on file for this year).
  • Test/inspect for structure issues (8 reports on file for this year).
  • Test/inspect for electrical system issues (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 2026-09-16 · Complaints are unverified owner reports filed with NHTSA, not independently verified defects. Methodology.