1999 Volvo VN Recalls, Problems & Safety Rating

5 safety recalls on file

The 1999 Volvo VN has 5 safety recalls on file with NHTSA.

Owners have filed 9 complaints with NHTSA, including 2 fires.

The most-reported problem area is Equipment (14 reports).

5Recalls
9Owner complaints
0Crashes reported
n/aNHTSA safety rating
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1999 Volvo VN recalls

Steering:Linkages:Tie Rod Assembly

Recall 02V037005Aug 15, 200219,915 vehicles affected

Equipment:Other:Labels

Recall 01V093Mar 22, 20011,577 vehicles affected

Steering:Linkages:Tie Rod Assembly

Recall 01V139001Nov 20, 200013,373 vehicles affected

Visibility:Defroster/Defogger/Hvac System

Recall 99V225Aug 18, 1999352 vehicles affected

Service Brakes, Air

Recall 99V055004May 10, 1999285 vehicles affected

Most common 1999 Volvo VN problems

Problem areas named in the 9 complaints owners filed with NHTSA.

Problem areaReports
Equipment14
Suspension12
Steering6
Electrical System5
Power Train2
Visibility2
Exterior Lighting2
Structure2
Engine And Engine Cooling2
Fuel System, Gasoline1

What owners report

2010-09-01, Power Train
1999 VOLVO VN, DESTROYED BY AN AXLE FIRE. *BF (OHIO TRAFFIC CRASH REPORT # 10-0446-91)*JB UPDATED 09/13/10*BF
2003-02-11, Steering
THE STEERING SHAFT SECTOR OF THE U JOINT LOCKED UP.*JB
2002-06-17, Steering
THE VEHICLE JUMPED RAILING AND THE CONSUMER LOST ALL STEERING RESULTING IN DAMAGE TO THE TRUCK. *YH
2002-04-26, Suspension
THIS IS THE CONSUMERS FATHERS VEHICLE, THIS VEHICLE EXPERIENCES FRONT TIRE PROBLEMS AND THE SUSPENSION BOLTS SHEARED OFF, [email protected]. *SLC
2002-04-26, Electrical System
VEHICLE,(VN700 SERIES), IS EXPERIENCING PROBLEMS WITH THE WIRING HARNESS UNDER DASH. ALSO, CONSUMER STARTED OUT REPLACING THE U BOLTS, FRONT SHOCKS, TIRES, DRAG ARM, AND LEAF SPRINGS. THERE HAS BEEN EXCESSIVE TIRE WEAR WHICH CAUSE A VIBRATION RESULTING IN NUMBNESS OF CONSUMERS ARMS AND HANDS. THE VEHICLE IS HARD TO STEER, LEANS TO ONE SIDE AND DOES NOT LEVEL OUT. *JG

1999 Volvo VN questions

Does the 1999 Volvo VN have any recalls?

Yes. NHTSA lists 5 safety recalls for the 1999 Volvo VN: Steering:Linkages:Tie Rod Assembly; Equipment:Other:Labels; Steering:Linkages:Tie Rod Assembly; Visibility:Defroster/Defogger/Hvac System; Service Brakes, Air. Recall repairs are normally free at an authorized dealer.

What are the most common problems with the 1999 Volvo VN?

Based on 9 owner complaints filed with NHTSA, the most-reported problem areas are Equipment (14), Suspension (12), Steering (6).

How do I check if a recall on my 1999 Volvo VN 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.

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