Volvo VN770 Problems by Year
NHTSA has 95 owner complaints and 0 safety recalls on file for the Volvo VN770, across 4 model years (1998–2001). The 2000 model year has the most complaints (33). The most reported problem area overall is suspension.
Volvo VN770 years to avoid? What the complaint data shows
No VN770 model year stands out with more than twice the complaints of a typical year.
Model years with the most complaints
- 2000 VN770: 33 complaints, 0 recalls
- 1999 VN770: 31 complaints, 0 recalls
- 1998 VN770: 26 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 VN770 problems (all years)
| Problem area | Complaints | Model years | Crashes |
|---|---|---|---|
| Suspension | 46 | 3 | 0 |
| Electrical System | 33 | 4 | 0 |
| Power Train | 27 | 4 | 0 |
| Visibility | 19 | 4 | 0 |
| Structure | 18 | 3 | 0 |
| Tires | 13 | 3 | 0 |
| Engine and Engine Cooling | 11 | 3 | 0 |
| Equipment | 11 | 4 | 0 |
| Steering | 10 | 3 | 0 |
| Fuel System, Gasoline | 6 | 4 | 0 |
| Vehicle Speed Control | 3 | 2 | 0 |
| Wheels | 3 | 2 | 0 |
| Fuel System, Other | 2 | 2 | 0 |
| Latches/locks/linkages | 2 | 2 | 0 |
| Air Bags | 1 | 1 | 0 |
| Seats | 1 | 1 | 0 |
| Service Brakes, Air | 1 | 1 | 0 |
All Volvo VN770 model years
| Model year | Complaints | Recalls | Crash rating | Top problem | Compared with other years |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2001 VN770 | 5 | 0 | — | Electrical System | |
| 2000 VN770 | 33 | 0 | — | Suspension | More complaints than other years |
| 1999 VN770 | 31 | 0 | — | Suspension | About as many complaints as other years |
| 1998 VN770 | 26 | 0 | — | Suspension | About as many complaints as other years |
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Frequently asked questions
Which Volvo VN770 years should you stay away from?
No year stands out at twice the typical count; the most complaints are for 2000 (33), 1999 (31), 1998 (26). 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 VN770?
Suspension, with 46 complaints across 3 model years.
How many recalls does the Volvo VN770 have?
0 safety recalls across all model years. Each model year page lists its recalls and fixes.