1999 Volvo VN610 Problems
- Complaints
- 21filed with NHTSA
- Median mileage
- —no mileage reported
- Recalls
- 0campaigns on record
- Trend
- StableComplaints filed in the last 3 full calendar years are within 25% of the 3 years before.
Sources: NHTSA records for the 1999 Volvo VN610 (complaints, recalls, investigations). Report an error
NHTSA recorded 21 consumer complaints for the 1999 Volvo VN610. The part named most often is suspension, with 10 complaints (48% of the total), followed by electrical system (6) and transmission and drivetrain (3). Of all complaints, 1 involved a crash, according to the filers. NHTSA lists 0 recall campaigns and 30 technical service bulletins for this model year. Suspension complaints overlap with 2 technical service bulletins filed under the same part. Electrical system complaints overlap with 12 technical service bulletins filed under the same part.
This model year has fewer than 25 complaints on record, so the numbers below can change a lot with a few new reports.
Which parts are reported most
Complaints can name more than one part, so the counts add up to more than the total. Select a part to see its complaints, recalls and bulletins.
- Suspension10 48%
- Electrical system6 29%
- Steering2 9.5%
- Brakes1 4.8%
- Engine cooling1 4.8%
- Equipment1 4.8%
- Exterior lighting1 4.8%
- Interior lighting1 4.8%
Also reported: Other or unknown (1), Seats (1), Tires (1), Vehicle speed control (1).
Example complaints
Suspension: “Vehicle has a vibration problem at 1500 RPM where the dash shakes violently between 5th and 6th gear. The vibration is possibly caused by premature steer tire wear. The steer tires were cupped on the inside edges. Also, various lights and gauges in the dash were inoperative. They have been repaired.”
NHTSA complaint #565035, filed 2001-08Electrical system: “Consumer called complaining about having problem with electrical system on the dash board. Also stated that while driving the vehicle dash board loses power. Dealer was contacted on three different occasions and have not been able to find the problem. Ts”
NHTSA complaint #10001055, filed 2002-12Steering: “Owner reports that ball socket on drag link separated creating a loss of steering. Vehicle departed right side of roadway and came to rest in a swamp. Owner reports vehicle mileage at just over 501,000. Routine inspects failed to reveal any indication of impending failure. This ball socket was not subject of recall”
NHTSA complaint #10015372, filed 2003-03Complaints by year filed
Trend: stable. Complaints filed in the last 3 full calendar years are within 25% of the 3 years before.
Recalls and investigations
NHTSA lists no recall campaigns for the 1999 Volvo VN610 in the data used here. A recall can apply to some vehicles of a model year and not others, so check a specific vehicle by VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.
Technical service bulletins
TSBs are manufacturer notes to dealers about known repair procedures. They are not recalls and do not by themselves mean a vehicle has a fault. 30 on record; the latest 10 are shown.
- 10241904Aug 29, 2023Electrical system. CBR: Volvo VHD & VN Models - Vehicle Wil Not Start, PTO Active Message Displayed In Cluster, PTO Light On When PTO Switch Is Turned Off
- 10241906Aug 14, 2023Suspension. TSB: Barksdale Leveling Valve, Leak Test
- 10240244Jul 24, 2023Electrical system, Engine cooling, Transmission and…. CBR: Programming Failure - Chassis With Cummins Engine And An Allison Transmission
- 10215281Jun 21, 2022Engine cooling, Transmission and drivetrain. Programming Failure - Chassis With Cummins Engine And An Allison Transmission
- 10215277Jun 21, 2022Brakes. DTC U012100 - Lost Communication With Anti-Lock Brake System (ABS) Control Module, No Additional Information
- 10215276Jun 21, 2022Electrical system, Vehicle speed control. (Back Office) - Cruise Control Inoperative After Updating Software VECU5 Without ESP Package (UESP)
- 10215265Jun 21, 2022Transmission and drivetrain. Warranty Automated Manual Transmission ( AMT, I-Shift, mDrive ) Control Housing Assembly; Guidelines For Filing A Claim For Chassis Return Visit With Transmission Issues After A Repair Requiring…
- 10215283Jun 17, 2022Transmission and drivetrain. AMT Control Housing Bench Testing - False Failures
- 10215306Jun 15, 2022Suspension, Steering. Volvo Chassis - Drag Link Inspection And Replacement Criteria
- 10215308Jun 7, 2022Transmission and drivetrain. Volvo Chassis - Equipped with An Automated Manual Transmission (AMT, iShift) - SNV 19-002 - AMT Oil Filter Housing Corrosion
Other model years of the Volvo VN610
| Year | Complaints | Median mi | Recalls | Crash ★ | MPG | Score (50 = typical) | Trend |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2000 | 18 | 285,250 | 0 | — | — | — | Stable |
| 1999 | 21 | — | 0 | — | — | — | Stable |
| 1998 | 59 | 110,000 | 0 | — | — | Not compared (before 2008) | Stable |
Frequently asked questions
How many NHTSA complaints does the 1999 Volvo VN610 have?
NHTSA recorded 21 consumer complaints for the 1999 Volvo VN610 as of Oct 29, 2026. Complaints are unverified consumer reports and may be duplicated or inaccurate.
What part of the 1999 Volvo VN610 is reported most often?
Suspension is named most often, in 10 complaints (48% of the total), followed by electrical system with 6.
Has the 1999 Volvo VN610 been recalled?
NHTSA lists no recall campaigns for this model year in the data used here. To check a specific vehicle, enter its VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.
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.
Complaint counts come from NHTSA’s public complaint database; we count each complaint once. The source records for this vehicle are on nhtsa.gov. Scores and trends are our own summaries of that data, described in the methodology. This page is not legal, safety or repair advice: for a specific vehicle, check its VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls and ask a qualified mechanic. See an error? Tell us.