1999 Volvo 770 Steering Problems
- Complaints
- 6about this part
- Share
- 18%of 33 total for the year
- Median mileage
- —not reported
- Trend
- Not enough dataFewer than 15 complaints, too few for a reliable trend.
NHTSA recorded 6 complaints about the steering of the 1999 Volvo 770, 18% of the 33 complaints for this model year.
Fewer than 15 complaints name this part, so treat the figures as a rough indication only.
Example complaints
Selected from NHTSA records; personal details are removed. They are consumer reports, not findings.
“Consumer experiencing problems with the wiring harness under the dash, which caused a fire, gauges were erratic and cab controller ecu failed. Experienced other electrical problems with the battery which seems to be lasting 15 months. The alternator has been replaced 7 times. Gearbox sensor failed, consumer noticed fuses missing after possession of the truck.”
NHTSA complaint #565357, filed 2002-05“Steering axle is too heavy for vehicle, causing misalignment. Consumer has been having this problem since date of purchase. Dealer has yet to be contacted. Please provide further details.”
NHTSA complaint #894914, filed 2001-08“Power steering is malfunctioning. Consumer was told nothing was wrong with it, now that it is out of warranty, consumer has been informed it is faulty.”
NHTSA complaint #565374, filed 2002-06Related service bulletins
- 10215306Jun 15, 2022Volvo Chassis - Drag Link Inspection And Replacement Criteria
Steering: other model years
Other parts of the 1999 Volvo 770
21 complaintsElectrical system
13 complaintsTransmission and drivetrain
12 complaintsBody and structure
5 complaintsEngine cooling
4 complaintsEquipment
4 complaintsFuel system
4 complaintsOther or unknown
4 complaintsVisibility (wipers, defrost, mirrors)
4 complaintsBrakes
3 complaintsTires
3 complaintsExterior lighting
1 complaints
← All problems reported for the 1999 Volvo 770
About this data. Data from NHTSA (ODI) complaints, recalls, TSBs and investigations, updated Oct 29, 2026. Complaints are unverified consumer reports and may be duplicated or inaccurate.
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