CarRecallWatchThe 1998 Volvo 770 has no safety recalls on file with NHTSA.
Owners have filed 39 complaints with NHTSA, including 1 injury.
The most-reported problem area is Suspension (25 reports).
0Recalls
39Owner complaints
0Crashes reported
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1998 Volvo 770 recalls
No safety recalls on file for the 1998 Volvo 770.
Most common 1998 Volvo 770 problems
Problem areas named in the 39 complaints owners filed with NHTSA.
| Problem area | Reports |
|---|---|
| Suspension | 25 |
| Structure | 14 |
| Electrical System | 7 |
| Equipment | 6 |
| Tires | 6 |
| Power Train | 4 |
| Engine And Engine Cooling | 4 |
| Steering | 3 |
| Visibility | 2 |
| Fuel System, Gasoline | 2 |
What owners report
CLUTCH PEDAL WOULD NOT ENGAGE AS DESIGNED. ON SEVERAL OCCASIONS IT FAILED. TWICE IN TRAFFIC AND ONE AFTER COMING TO A COMPLETE STOP. USED EXCESSIVE FORCE TO ENGAGE, FOR IT WOULD ENGAGE AFTER REPEATED STOMPING ON THE CLUTCH PEDAL. HOWEVER, THE LAST TIME IT WOULD NOT ENGAGE, I USED BOTH FEET TOO ENGAGE IT, HOPING THAT THE FOR TO MENTIONED WOULD OCCUR, IT DID NOT. THE ENTIRE CLUTCH PLATE ON THE FIRE WALL BROKE. THIS LED TO THE SUDDEN COLLAPSE OF THE PEDAL WHICH SLAMMED INTO THE FLOOR AND SNAPPED BOTH KNEES AND BUCKLED MY LEFT HIP WHICH I NOW HAVE RECURRING INJURIES WHICH HAS NOW FORCED ME TO LEAVE THE TRUCKING INDUSTRY. THE SHOP SUPERVISOR EXPLAINED TO ME THAT THIS HAS HAPPENED ON SEVERAL VOLV
STATE INSPECTION REPORT.*JB
CONSUMER STATES THAT THE VEHICLE WILL NOT START. CONTACTED DEALER AND THE DEALER IS NOT WILLING TO DO ANYTHING. PLEASE PROVIDE FURTHER INFORMATION. *MR
THE OWNER REPORTS POOR MILEAGE AND DURABILITY OF THE FRONT WHEEL BEARINGS AND HAS HAD A PROBLEM WITH EXCESIVE STEER AXLE WEIGHT, FUEL TANKS AND 5TH WHEEL RAILS MOVE AFT BUT STEER AXLE WEIGHT RUNS ABOUT 13,140 LBS (CUMMINS ENGINE)(REPORTED TO MANUFACTURER). NLM
CONSUMER STATES THE U-BOLT FAILED, HOWEVER IS UNSURE AS TO IF IT FAILED BEFORE OR AS THE RESULT OF VEHICLE CRASH. *MJ
1998 Volvo 770 questions
Does the 1998 Volvo 770 have any recalls?
No. NHTSA has no safety recalls on file for the 1998 Volvo 770 at this time.
What are the most common problems with the 1998 Volvo 770?
Based on 39 owner complaints filed with NHTSA, the most-reported problem areas are Suspension (25), Structure (14), Electrical System (7).
How do I check if a recall on my 1998 Volvo 770 has been fixed?
Enter your 17-character VIN in our VIN recall check. It shows open recalls that have not been repaired on your specific vehicle. Recall repairs are normally free at an authorized dealer.