1999 Volvo VNL64T

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1999 Volvo VNL64T
RENDERED 2026-09-16T17:31:27.153Z

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.

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COMPLAINTS PER YEAR

1999: 45 complaints

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Year	Complaints
1998	63
1999	45
2000	11
2001	3
2004	1

KNOWN PROBLEM AREAS

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

SUSPENSION 89%

89% of complaints: suspension — 40 distinct reports on file, most commonly citing hub and u-bolt, leaf spring to axle.

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PREMATURE WEAR FROM STEER TIRES RESULTING FROM IMPROPER COMBINATION OF RACE/BEARINGS IN MERITOR AXLES. *MJS

NHTSA ODI report, 20010316

BOTH FRONT U-BOLTS FAILED (UNIT#3907).

NHTSA ODI report, 20001107

VISIBILITY 4%

4% of complaints: visibility — 2 distinct reports on file, most commonly citing windshield.

SERVICE BRAKES 4%

4% of complaints: service brakes — 2 distinct reports on file, most commonly citing hydraulic and air.

ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING 4%

4% of complaints: engine and engine cooling — 2 distinct reports on file, most commonly citing belts and associated pulleys.

ELECTRICAL SYSTEM 4%

4% of complaints: electrical system — 2 distinct reports on file, most commonly citing interior/under dash.

FIRE

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CONSUMER STATED THE LOWER 12-VOLT ACCESSORY PLUG ON THE DRIVERS SIDE IN SLEEPER WOULD CONTINUALLY CAUSE FUSES IN APPLIANCES TO FAIL, HOWEVER THE FUSE FOR THE OUTLET NEVER BLEW OUT, DEALER SERVICED VEHICLE FOR THIS PROBLEM ON 4 OCCASIONS AND FOUND A...

NHTSA ODI report, 20020426

SAFETY TIMELINE

No recalls on file for this model year.

I 20040205 — PE (closed 20040624)

STEERING BINDING

BUY-SMART CHECKLIST

1999 Volvo VNL64T — pre-purchase inspection

Test/inspect for suspension issues (40 reports on file for this year).
Test/inspect for visibility issues (2 reports on file for this year).
Test/inspect for service brakes issues (2 reports on file for this year).

FAQ

Is the 1999 Volvo VNL64T 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 VNL64T?

The most-reported component is suspension, accounting for 89% of complaints on file.

How many recalls does the 1999 Volvo VNL64T 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.