1995 Volvo WIA Problems
- Complaints
- 7filed with NHTSA
- Median mileage
- —no mileage reported
- Recalls
- 4campaigns on record
- Trend
- Not enough dataFewer than 15 complaints, too few for a reliable trend.
Sources: NHTSA records for the 1995 Volvo WIA (complaints, recalls, investigations). Report an error
NHTSA recorded 7 consumer complaints for the 1995 Volvo WIA. The part named most often is suspension, with 6 complaints (86% of the total), followed by electrical system (3) and engine cooling (2). NHTSA lists 4 recall campaigns and 25 technical service bulletins for this model year. Suspension complaints overlap with 2 recall campaigns covering the lines and fittings, 1 NHTSA investigation and 1 technical service bulletin filed under the same part. Electrical system complaints overlap with 9 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.
- Suspension6 86%
- Electrical system3 43%
- Engine cooling2 29%
- Other or unknown2 29%
- Steering2 29%
- Equipment1 14%
- Exterior lighting1 14%
- Body and structure1 14%
Example complaints
Suspension: “Vehicle is showing problems with the steer axle tires wearing prematurely requiring annual replacement, there is excessive vibration, the u-joints are wearing out, there are noises coming from the front end (repaired, source unknown),also front axle is too heavy, consumer must regulate by moving the 5th wheel and lowering the fuel.”
NHTSA complaint #565303, filed 2002-04Electrical system: “Vehicle experiences problems with the wiring harness, consumer states there is an electrical problem with the right door and that the computer boards in the dash have been replaced three times, the dash LED are still out half the time.”
NHTSA complaint #565049, filed 2001-08Engine cooling: “Consumer states the vehicle has had 5 sets of steer tires and 3 steer axle alignments, the truck constantly pulls to the right, also the fifth wheel is all the way back and the bolts holding the axle to the frame are causing the truck to vibrate.”
NHTSA complaint #565350, filed 2002-05Complaints by year filed
Fewer than 15 complaints, too few for a reliable trend.
Recalls and investigations
- 02V238000Sep 9, 2002Exterior lighting › Tail lights › SwitchCovers: Volvo WIA 1990–2002, WCA 1990–2002, VNL 1990–2002 +2 more
Certain heavy duty class 8 trucks fail to comply with the requirements of federal motor vehicle safety standard no. 108, "lamps, reflective devices, and associated equipment." the two tail lamps, back-up lamp,and license tag lamp were mounted on…
- 98V255000Oct 14, 1998Suspension › Front › Springs › Air suspension › Lines and fittingsCovers: Volvo WIA 1994–1998, White Gmc WCA 1986–1998, WX 1986–1998 +6 more
Vehicle description: class 8 heavy duty trucks. The air suspension control valve supply line was not plumbed through an air pressure protection valve. In the event of a failure, there would be loss of air pressure in the 'b' system air reservoir that…
- 96V095000Mar 23, 1996Service brakes, airCovers: Volvo WIA 1994–1996, White Gmc WCA 1994–1996, Volvo ACL 1994–1996 +4 more
The traction solenoid exhaust can be obstructed due to inadequate drainage and a build-up of road contamination between the mounting bracket and the solenoid housing. The obstructed exhaust prevents the relay valve control air pressure from venting after a…
- 96V032000Feb 12, 1996Suspension › Rear › Springs › Air suspension systemCovers: Volvo WIA 1995, WG 1995, ACL 1995 +5 more
The rear suspension axle retention plate can break under normal use, affecting axle alignment.
Recall details for the 1995 Volvo WIA → · Check a VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls
NHTSA investigations
- PE99018Truck rollover crashesClosed · Mar 3, 1999
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. 25 on record; the latest 10 are shown.
- 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
- 10215263Jun 6, 2022Electrical system, Equipment. 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
- 10215282Jun 3, 2022Engine cooling. DEF Level (UQLS) Sensor Troubleshooting Guide - US17+OBD16 Emissions and Newer
- 10215279Jun 3, 2022Engine cooling. NOx Sensor Troubleshooting Guide - US10+OBD13 And Newer Emissions
Other model years of the Volvo WIA
| Year | Complaints | Median mi | Recalls | Crash ★ | MPG | Score (50 = typical) | Trend |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1997 | 8 | — | 6 | — | — | — | Not enough data |
| 1996 | 8 | 200,000 | 7 | — | — | — | Not enough data |
| 1995 | 7 | — | 4 | — | — | — | Not enough data |
Frequently asked questions
How many NHTSA complaints does the 1995 Volvo WIA have?
NHTSA recorded 7 consumer complaints for the 1995 Volvo WIA as of Oct 29, 2026. Complaints are unverified consumer reports and may be duplicated or inaccurate.
What part of the 1995 Volvo WIA is reported most often?
Suspension is named most often, in 6 complaints (86% of the total), followed by electrical system with 3.
Has the 1995 Volvo WIA been recalled?
NHTSA lists 4 recall campaigns 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 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.