2000 Volvo VN770 Problems, Complaints & Recalls

Source: NHTSA · Updated Feb 12, 2003 · 33 owner complaints analyzed

Compared with other VN770 years
More complaints than other years 1st of 4 for complaints
Safety recalls
None on file
NHTSA crash rating
Not rated

Owners have filed 33 complaints with NHTSA about the 2000 Volvo VN770. That is the most of any VN770 model year in the database (4 years). The most reported problem area is suspension (21 complaints, 64%), typically at around 41,000 miles. Complaints mention 1 fire. There are no safety recalls on file for this model year.

Complaints are unverified owner reports and are not adjusted for sales volume.

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Most common 2000 Volvo VN770 problems

Complaints grouped by the part of the car owners reported, with the median mileage when the problem happened.

Suspension21 · ~41,000 mi
Electrical System13 · ~37,000 mi
Power Train10
Visibility8
Structure7
Engine and Engine Cooling6 · ~37,000 mi
Equipment5
Tires5
Fuel System, Gasoline2
Vehicle Speed Control2
Problem areaComplaintsShareMedian milesOwners mention mostTypical repair cost
Suspension2164%41,000——
Electrical System1339%37,000——
Power Train1030%———
Visibility824%———
Structure721%———
Engine and Engine Cooling618%37,000——
Equipment515%———
Tires515%———
Fuel System, Gasoline26%———
Vehicle Speed Control26%———
Wheels26%———
Fuel System, Other13%———
Seats13%———
Service Brakes, Air13%———
Steering13%———
Unknown or Other13%———

One complaint can list several problem areas, so shares can add up to more than 100%.

Complaints by year received

Peak: 2001, with 21 complaints
2000: 1200012001: 212001212002: 8200282003: 320033

n = 33 complaints · Source: NHTSA

2000 Volvo VN770 recalls (0)

No safety recalls are on file for the 2000 Volvo VN770.

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Recent owner reports

Short excerpts of the latest complaints filed with NHTSA, with personal details removed. Full reports can be searched on NHTSA.gov.

The vehicle experienced premature steer tire wear.*jb

Suspension · received Feb 10, 2003 · NHTSA complaint 565174

Owner complained that autoshift transmission has failed twice - rebuilt after 6 months. Headlights "flicker", poor electrical contacts. Excessive vibration and poor wear on steer tires. Alignment good - unk reason for poor tire tread life. [xxx] information redacted pursuant to the freedom of…

Tires · received Feb 6, 2003 · NHTSA complaint 10007125

Experiencing numerous problems with engine stalling out. Excessive steer axle tire wear. Dash lights constantly inoperative. Alternator fails to charge electrical system. Axles misaligned. *tt *nlm

Power Train · received Jan 8, 2003 · NHTSA complaint 10001567

The wiring harness under the dash failed. *yh

Electrical System · received May 30, 2002 · NHTSA complaint 565355

Vehicle has electrical problems. *jg

Electrical System · received May 30, 2002 · NHTSA complaint 565653

Other Volvo VN770 years

← 1999 VN770 · 2001 VN770 →

YearComplaintsRecalls
2001 VN77050
2000330
1999 VN770310
1998 VN770260

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Frequently asked questions

What are the most common problems with the 2000 Volvo VN770?

Owners most often report suspension, electrical system, power train problems. The top one, suspension, accounts for 21 complaints.

Was there a recall on the 2000 Volvo VN770?

No safety recalls are on file for this model year.

Was the 2000 Volvo VN770 a good year?

Complaint data can't fully answer that, because counts aren't adjusted for sales. Compared with other VN770 model years, the 2000 has more complaints than most years. Always get a pre-purchase inspection and check the VIN for open recalls.