MYRModel Year Report

1999 Volvo VN770

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1999 Volvo VN770
RENDERED 2026-09-17T04:37:40.000Z

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 PER YEAR

Complaints per year, Volvo VN770 Bar chart of distinct NHTSA complaints filed per model year, 1999 highlighted. 1998: 26 complaints 1998 1999: 31 complaints 1999 2000: 33 complaints 2000 2001: 5 complaints 2001
1999: 31 complaints
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YearComplaints
199826
199931
200033
20015

KNOWN PROBLEM AREAS

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

SUSPENSION 48%

48% of complaints: suspension — 15 distinct reports on file, most commonly citing u-bolt, leaf spring to axle and front.

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EXCESSIVE TIRE TREAD WEAR ON FRONT TIRE, WHEEL BEARINGS LOOSEN, 7 ALTERNATORS FAILED, TRANSMISSION FAILED, GEAR BOX FAILED, BEEN IN SHOP 3 WEEKS, SEEMS SOMETHING FAILS AFTER EACH TIME IN SHOP.

NHTSA ODI report, 20030110

Also filed under POWER TRAIN and TIRES

ELECTRICAL SYSTEM 39%

39% of complaints: electrical system — 12 distinct reports on file, most commonly citing interior/under dash and alternator/generator/regulator.

FIRE
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WHILE DRIVING THE TRUCK BUCKS AND IS HARD TO CONTROL ON CONCRETE. NONE OF THE POWER WINDOW MECHANISMS WORK. A FIRE OCCURRED POSSIBLE WHERE THE REFRIGERATOR WAS PLUGGED IN CAUSED DAMAGE TO THE SLEEPER AREA. *TT *NLM

NHTSA ODI report, 20020514

Also filed under POWER TRAIN and VISIBILITY

POWER TRAIN 26%

26% of complaints: power train — 8 distinct reports on file, most commonly citing manual transmission and clutch assembly.

FIRE
VISIBILITY 23%

23% of complaints: visibility — 7 distinct reports on file, most commonly citing windshield and power window devices and controls.

FIRE
STEERING 13%

13% of complaints: steering — 4 distinct reports on file, most commonly citing tie rod assembly and gear box (other than rack and pinion).

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

1999 Volvo VN770 — pre-purchase inspection

  • Test/inspect for suspension issues (15 reports on file for this year).
  • Test/inspect for electrical system issues (12 reports on file for this year).
  • Test/inspect for power train issues (8 reports on file for this year).
Inspected by ______________ Date ______________

FAQ

Is the 1999 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 1999 Volvo VN770?

The most-reported component is suspension, accounting for 48% of complaints on file.

How many recalls does the 1999 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.