1999 Volvo Volvo Truck Problems
- Complaints
- 12filed with NHTSA
- Median mileage
- —no mileage reported
- Recalls
- 1campaigns on record
- Trend
- Not enough dataFewer than 15 complaints, too few for a reliable trend.
Sources: NHTSA records for the 1999 Volvo Volvo Truck (complaints, recalls, investigations). Report an error
NHTSA recorded 12 consumer complaints for the 1999 Volvo Volvo Truck. The part named most often is suspension, with 7 complaints (58% of the total), followed by steering (2) and visibility (2). NHTSA lists 1 recall campaign and 40 technical service bulletins for this model year. Suspension complaints overlap with 1 technical service bulletin filed under the same part. Steering complaints overlap with 1 technical service bulletin 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.
- Suspension7 58%
- Steering2 17%
- Brakes1 8.3%
- Electrical system1 8.3%
- Engine cooling1 8.3%
- Equipment1 8.3%
- Exterior lighting1 8.3%
- Other or unknown1 8.3%
- Seats1 8.3%
Example complaints
Suspension: “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 is that a Volvo gmc truck of chicago determined that>the truck has been involved in an accident. (I have invoice to prove it)>”
NHTSA complaint #740566, filed 2001-02Steering: “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 complaint #10052205, filed 2004-01Visibility (wipers, defrost, mirrors): “The day time running lights stay on after the vehicle has been shut off. The heater fan had to be replaced twice. The engine idles high when attempting to shift gears making the jake brake inoperable.”
NHTSA complaint #565013, filed 2001-08Brakes: “Consumer is a driver for food lion. The complaint is with the brakes on the older model semi trucks. They freeze up in the mornings when the weather is cold. A co-worker had a mishap with one of the vehicles. The brakes froze causing the co-worker to lose control and over turn the vehicle.”
NHTSA complaint #565540, filed 2001-05Complaints by year filed
Fewer than 15 complaints, too few for a reliable trend.
Recalls and investigations
- 02V110000Apr 11, 2002Service brakes, air › AntilockCovers: Volvo Volvo Truck 1997–2001, VNL 1997–2001, VNM 1997–2001
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 trailer anti-lock braking system (abs) can be disrupted when a…
Recall details for the 1999 Volvo Volvo Truck → · Check a 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. 40 on record; the latest 10 are shown.
- 10215255Jun 29, 2022Engine cooling. New Trim Codes May Need To Be Reprogrammed Following Engine Replacement With 7/8 Reman Or Complete (Engine With Both New Injectors And Engine Control Module); Possible Uneven Operation/Rough Running…
- 10215258Jun 22, 2022Transmission and drivetrain, Other or unknown. Automated Manual Transmission ( AMT ) I-Shift / mDRIVE - Ribbon Harness Replacement - Speed Sensor Bolts, Possible Fault Codes P1058 - 21 Or MID 130 PID 161 FMI 1
- 10215281Jun 21, 2022Transmission and drivetrain, Engine cooling. 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
- 10215263Jun 6, 2022Equipment, Electrical system. Unable To Retrieve "On Request" Messages For PeopleNet Or Omnitracs Modules Installed On The DL5 Data Link; Third Party Electronic Log Device Not Reporting Certain Data
Other model years of the Volvo Volvo Truck
| Year | Complaints | Median mi | Recalls | Crash ★ | MPG | Score (50 = typical) | Trend |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2000 | 7 | — | 2 | — | — | — | Not enough data |
| 1999 | 12 | — | 1 | — | — | — | Not enough data |
| 1998 | 13 | 65,000 | 3 | — | — | — | Not enough data |
| 1996 | 5 | — | 3 | — | — | — | Not enough data |
| 1995 | 10 | — | 1 | — | — | — | Not enough data |
| 1994 | 5 | 173,000 | 1 | — | — | — | Not enough data |
All Volvo Volvo Truck model years
Frequently asked questions
How many NHTSA complaints does the 1999 Volvo Volvo Truck have?
NHTSA recorded 12 consumer complaints for the 1999 Volvo Volvo Truck as of Oct 31, 2026. Complaints are unverified consumer reports and may be duplicated or inaccurate.
What part of the 1999 Volvo Volvo Truck is reported most often?
Suspension is named most often, in 7 complaints (58% of the total), followed by steering with 2.
Has the 1999 Volvo Volvo Truck been recalled?
NHTSA lists 1 recall campaign for this model year. 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 31, 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.