1998 Volvo WIA Recalls, Problems & Safety Rating

4 safety recalls on file

The 1998 Volvo WIA has 4 safety recalls on file with NHTSA.

Owners have filed 1 complaint with NHTSA.

The most-reported problem area is Power Train (1 report).

4Recalls
1Owner complaints
0Crashes reported
n/aNHTSA safety rating
Is the repair still open on your WIA?

A recall covers specific vehicles. Your VIN shows whether yours still needs the free repair.

1998 Volvo WIA recalls

Exterior Lighting:Tail Lights:Switch

Recall 02V238Sep 9, 20025,532 vehicles affected

Parking Brake

Recall 00V002002Feb 24, 200013,516 vehicles affected

Suspension:Front:Springs:Air Suspension:Lines And Fittings

Recall 98V255Oct 14, 199895,013 vehicles affected

Wheels:Rim

Recall 98V120001May 19, 19983,065 vehicles affected

Most common 1998 Volvo WIA problems

Problem areas named in the 1 complaints owners filed with NHTSA.

Problem areaReports
Power Train1
Suspension1
Wheels1
Engine And Engine Cooling1

What owners report

2002-05-14, Power Train
CONSUMER STATES OIL COOLER WENT OUT.*YD. ALSO THE LEFT FRONT WHEEL ASSEMBLY FELL OFF, THERE WAS A PROBLEM WITH THE STEER TIRES AND THE TRANSMISSION WAS REPLACED.*JB

1998 Volvo WIA questions

Does the 1998 Volvo WIA have any recalls?

Yes. NHTSA lists 4 safety recalls for the 1998 Volvo WIA: Exterior Lighting:Tail Lights:Switch; Parking Brake; Suspension:Front:Springs:Air Suspension:Lines And Fittings; Wheels:Rim. Recall repairs are normally free at an authorized dealer.

What are the most common problems with the 1998 Volvo WIA?

Based on 1 owner complaint filed with NHTSA, the most-reported problem areas are Power Train (1), Suspension (1), Wheels (1).

How do I check if a recall on my 1998 Volvo WIA 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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