Volvo VN660 Problems by Year
NHTSA has 24 owner complaints and 0 safety recalls on file for the Volvo VN660, across 3 model years (1998–2001). The 2000 model year has the most complaints (15). The most reported problem area overall is suspension.
Volvo VN660 years to avoid? What the complaint data shows
No VN660 model year stands out with more than twice the complaints of a typical year.
Model years with the most complaints
- 2000 VN660: 15 complaints, 0 recalls
- 2001 VN660: 7 complaints, 0 recalls
- 1998 VN660: 2 complaints, 0 recalls
Complaint counts are not adjusted for how many cars were sold or how long each year has been on the road, so newer and less popular years naturally have fewer complaints. Use them to spot problem patterns, not as a safety ranking.
Most common Volvo VN660 problems (all years)
| Problem area | Complaints | Model years | Crashes |
|---|---|---|---|
| Suspension | 10 | 3 | 0 |
| Power Train | 7 | 2 | 0 |
| Electrical System | 5 | 2 | 0 |
| Engine and Engine Cooling | 3 | 3 | 0 |
| Steering | 3 | 1 | 0 |
| Visibility | 3 | 2 | 0 |
| Equipment | 2 | 1 | 0 |
| Fuel System, Gasoline | 1 | 1 | 0 |
| Service Brakes, Hydraulic | 1 | 1 | 0 |
| Structure | 1 | 1 | 0 |
| Tires | 1 | 1 | 0 |
| Vehicle Speed Control | 1 | 1 | 0 |
| Wheels | 1 | 1 | 0 |
All Volvo VN660 model years
| Model year | Complaints | Recalls | Crash rating | Top problem | Compared with other years |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2001 VN660 | 7 | 0 | — | Power Train | |
| 2000 VN660 | 15 | 0 | — | Suspension | |
| 1998 VN660 | 2 | 0 | — | Engine and Engine Cooling |
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Frequently asked questions
Which Volvo VN660 years should you stay away from?
No year stands out at twice the typical count; the most complaints are for 2000 (15), 2001 (7), 1998 (2). Counts are not adjusted for how many cars were sold, and newer years have had less time to collect complaints.
What is the biggest problem with the Volvo VN660?
Suspension, with 10 complaints across 3 model years.
How many recalls does the Volvo VN660 have?
0 safety recalls across all model years. Each model year page lists its recalls and fixes.