MYRModel Year Report

1999 Volvo Volvo Truck

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1999 Volvo Volvo Truck
RENDERED 2026-11-01T14:01:45.206Z

Only 12 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 12 complaints on file — too few for a fair verdict. The data below is complete but unranked.

How is this computed?

Complaints
12

Too few to rank

Recalls
1

Campaigns on file for 1999

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 1997 1998: 13 complaints 1999: 12 complaints 1999 12 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 1999: 12 complaints 1999 12 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 1999: 12 complaints 1999 12 2000: 7 complaints 2000 2001: 3 complaints 2001 2002: 2 complaints 2002

1999: 12 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 12 complaints on file for this model year — too few to rank by share. Raw counts only, below.

Suspension

7 of 12 total reports mention: suspension, most commonly citing u-bolt, leaf spring to axle and front.

Show complaint excerpts

The average miles the consumer gets out of a set of steering tires are: 1ST set-85K, 2ND set-100K, and is now on the 3RD set of tires. (Volvo trucks of north america/model-ungio)…

NHTSA ODI report, 2003-02-06

Consumer states that steer axle tires are experiencing excessive wear, the left side front ubolt failed and caused damage to the inner sidewall of a tire.

NHTSA ODI report, 2002-09-05

The truck is leaning to the left side.>the truck has premature steer tire wear on the right side.>the truck has extensive shaking in the steering wheel what caused >replacement of two windshields.>the truck looses wheel alignment.>my biggest concern...

NHTSA ODI report, 2001-02-13

Also filed under Visibility

Visibility

2 of 12 total reports mention: visibility, most commonly citing windshield wiper/washer and defroster/defogger/hvac system.

Steering

2 of 12 total reports mention: steering, most commonly citing arm and steering wheel/handle bar.

Show complaint excerpts

While driving the vehicle's left steering arm came apart. The vehicle then drifted into the wall and came to rest. The vehicle sustained damage. It was determined that the steering arm was improperly maintained (Ohio traffic crash report).

NHTSA ODI report, 2004-01-07

Consumer stated the seat valve, foot valve hood shocks, cab blower motor steering column were all replaced, also the suspension leveling valve and air dryer were also replaced.

NHTSA ODI report, 2002-04-18

Service brakes

1 of 12 total reports mentions: service brakes, most commonly citing air.

Seats

1 of 12 total reports mentions: seats.

Safety timeline

1 recall · 2 investigations · oldest first

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  1. R
    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 →

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

Buy-smart checklist

1999 Volvo Volvo Truck — pre-purchase inspection

Inspect

  • Suspension: 7 reports on file for this year.
  • Visibility: 2 reports on file for this year.
  • Steering: 2 reports on file for this year.

Verify these recalls were completed

  • Recall 02V110000 · Service brakes, air
Inspected by ______________ Date ______________

FAQ

Is the 1999 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 1999 Volvo Volvo Truck?
The most-reported component is suspension, accounting for 58% of complaints on file.
How many recalls does the 1999 Volvo Volvo Truck have?
1 recall on file for this model year.

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