MYRModel Year Report

1998 Volvo Volvo Truck

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1998 Volvo Volvo Truck
RENDERED 2026-11-01T13:55:18.836Z

Only 13 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 13 complaints on file — too few for a fair verdict. The data below is complete but unranked.

How is this computed?

Complaints
13

Too few to rank

Recalls
3

Campaigns on file for 1998

Investigations
2

Opened by NHTSA

Top problem
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Not enough data

Complaints per year

1988: 3 complaints 1988 1990: 1 complaint 1993: 2 complaints 1993 1994: 5 complaints 1995: 10 complaints 1995 1996: 5 complaints 1997: 3 complaints 1998: 13 complaints 1998 13 1999: 12 complaints 2000: 7 complaints 2001: 3 complaints 2001 2002: 2 complaints
1988: 3 complaints 1988 1990: 1 complaint 1990 1993: 2 complaints 1993 1994: 5 complaints 1994 1995: 10 complaints 1995 1996: 5 complaints 1996 1997: 3 complaints 1997 1998: 13 complaints 1998 13 1999: 12 complaints 1999 2000: 7 complaints 2000 2001: 3 complaints 2001 2002: 2 complaints 2002
1988: 3 complaints 1988 1990: 1 complaint 1990 1993: 2 complaints 1993 1994: 5 complaints 1994 1995: 10 complaints 1995 1996: 5 complaints 1996 1997: 3 complaints 1997 1998: 13 complaints 1998 13 1999: 12 complaints 1999 2000: 7 complaints 2000 2001: 3 complaints 2001 2002: 2 complaints 2002

1998: 13 complaints

View as data table
YearComplaints
19800
19810
19820
19830
19840
19850
19860
19870
19883
19901
19932
19945
199510
19965
19973
199813
199912
20007
20013
20022

Known problem areas

Only 13 complaints on file for this model year — too few to rank by share. Raw counts only, below.

Suspension

7 of 13 total reports mention: suspension, most commonly citing coil springs.

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The consumer has experienced premature steer tire wear. Scc

NHTSA ODI report, 2003-02-06

Service brakes

3 of 13 total reports mention: service brakes, most commonly citing air.

Electrical system

3 of 13 total reports mention: electrical system, most commonly citing interior/under dash.

Power train

3 of 13 total reports mention: power train, most commonly citing manual transmission and seal.

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A 12LB axle was placed on the front end of Volvo Truck. Smelled something burning near the wheel area. This caused the wheel bearings to melt onto the hub. Took truck to peterbilt dealership to check air brakes.

NHTSA ODI report, 2000-02-15

Also filed under Service brakes, air

Tires

1 of 13 total reports mentions: tires.

Safety timeline

3 recalls · 2 investigations · oldest first

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    1999-04-23Engine and engine cooling99V078000 Vehicle description: class 8 heavy duty trucks assembled by either Volvo GM heavy truck corporation or Volvo trucks north america, inc., and with a 2,100 RPM detroit series 60 engine, and a 32…

    Remedy: Dealers will replace the factory installed engine cooling fan.

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    2002-04-29Service brakes, air02V110000 Certain heavy duty class 8 vehicles fail to comply with Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard No. 121, "Air brake systems", S5.1.6.3, "Antilock power for towed vehicles." Electrical power for the…

    Remedy: Dealers will install a wiring harness which will provide continuous electrical power to the trailer ABS whenever the ignition switch is in the on or run position. Owner notification began April…

    Check if this car was fixed →

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    2004-02-05Preliminary evaluationClosed 2004-06-24 Steering binding
  4. I
    2004-06-24Engineering analysisClosed 2005-03-31 Steering binding
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    Date not on fileEngine and engine cooling99V187001 Vehicle description: heavy duty trucks equipped with caterpillar 3116 mechanically unit injected diesel engines. The governor of the engine controls the unit injector fueling by way of a control assembly.

    Remedy: Caterpillar is conducting the notification and remedy for this recall. Dealers will inspect the control assembly and replaced if necessary.

    Check if this car was fixed →

Buy-smart checklist

1998 Volvo Volvo Truck — pre-purchase inspection

Inspect

  • Suspension: 7 reports on file for this year.
  • Service brakes: 3 reports on file for this year.
  • Electrical system: 3 reports on file for this year.

Verify these recalls were completed

  • Recall 99V187001 · Engine and engine cooling
  • Recall 99V078000 · Engine and engine cooling
  • Recall 02V110000 · Service brakes, air
Inspected by ______________ Date ______________

FAQ

Is the 1998 Volvo Volvo Truck 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 Volvo Truck?
The most-reported component is suspension, accounting for 54% of complaints on file.
How many recalls does the 1998 Volvo Volvo Truck have?
3 recalls on file for this model year.

Data updated 2026-11-01 · Complaints are unverified owner reports filed with NHTSA, not independently verified defects. Methodology.