1999 Volvo 770, entering the ohio turnpike, the right side storage compartment door opened as unit 1 was moving forward and struck the toll booth causing damage. *Bf (ohio traffic crash report # 10-0451-91)*jb
Vehicle safety record
1999 Volvo 770 Problems, complaints & recalls
Owners have filed 33 complaints about the 1999 Volvo 770 with NHTSA, most often about the suspension (10) and the electrical system (8). Those complaints describe 1 crash and 2 injuries. There are no recalls for it. For comparison, the 1998 has 39 and the 2000 has 35.
NHTSA data checked
CAbout as many problems as a typical 770 year, for its age
#131 most complained-about 1999 vehicle
- Complaints
- 33
- Recalls
- 0
- Crashes
- 1
- Fires
- 0
- Injuries
- 2
- Deaths
- 0
Most common 1999 Volvo 770 problems
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No recalls for the 1999 Volvo 770
NHTSA lists no recalls for the 1999 Volvo 770. Recalls can be announced at any time - this page updates daily.
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33 complaints about the 1999 Volvo 770
Newest first, as filed with NHTSA by owners. Page 1 of 2.
While driving vehicle u bolt felloff. Consumer did not notice this until a week after when he was having oil changed in vehicle.*Ak
CONSUMER STATED THE CRANK CASE CRACKED. *JG
Consumer states experiencing electrical problems, also with the wiring harness under the dash. *Tt
Vehicle is exhibiting problems with the starter. Vehicle was towed twice for repair. *Jg
Over the last 3 years, vehicle has had 2 radiators and 3 intercoolers replaced, the engine has been worked on five times, it smokes heavily and experiences a loss of power. *Tt
THE ELECTRONIC CONTROL MODULE FAILED. *JG
The vehicle is experiencing dash board problems. *Yh
Consumer states when the spring broke, the tire fell off the truck causing damage to the truck.*Yh
CONSUMER STATES THAT THE BEARINGS ARE LOOSE. *YD
Consumer states that turbo went out and also experienced 3 air to air cooler problem. *Yd
Consumer owns 2 of these trucks that are experiencing electrical problems. *Yh
While driving, the sleeper berth moon roof window shattered without warning, the window was closed at the times of failure.*Jb
The consumer states that the steering locked up while driving. The dealer has determined that the universal joint that allows the steering column to pivot failed. Nlm
The conusmer states that the steering locked up while driving. The dealer has determined that the universal joint that allows the steering column to pivot failed. Nlm
Consumer states that the steering locked up while driving. The dealer has determined the universal joint that allows the steering column to pivot failed. Nlm
Consumer states that the steering locked up while driving. The dealer has determined the universal joint that allows the steering column to pivot failed. Nlm
Steering locked up while driving, dealer determined the universal joint that allows the steering column to pivot failed. Nlm
Right steer tire suffered a blow out at slow speed, no damage or injurys occured. Right steer tire blow out while truck on interstate traveling at 65mph, no control lost.
This truck has a lot of front end problems that can never be solved company owns 53 units and they all have the same problems tire wear vibaration. *Ak
Steering axle is too heavy for vehicle, causing misalignment. Consumer has been having this problem since date of purchase. Dealer has yet to be contacted. Please provide further details.*Ak
The spring broke on the vehicle, causing the left steering wheel assembly fell under the truck, took out the engine and caused vehicle to roll on straightaway, consumer was taken to the hospital. *Jg
Air conditioning belt was loose and needed adjusted. *Tt
Consumer stated that all u-bolts on front axle broke, causing a loss of drivelines, consumer injured his knees, vehicle was aligned and six months later was off again, front axle is too heavy with a fuel tank and driver. *Yd
Consumer has been experiencing problems with the wiring harness under the dash.*Jb
Volvo 770: every year compared
All 770 years1999 Volvo 770 vs rivals
| Vehicle | Complaints | Recalls | Grade | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1999 Volvo 770 | 33 | 0 | C | |
| 1999 Volvo S70 | 216 | 4 | F | Compare |
| 1999 Volvo S80 | 210 | 5 | F | Compare |
| 1999 Volvo V70 | 169 | 4 | F | Compare |
| 1999 Volvo V70XC | 79 | 2 | F | Compare |
| 1999 Volvo C70 | 23 | 3 | D | Compare |
| 1999 Volvo C70 Convertible | 8 | 1 | C | Compare |
| 1999 Volvo 850 | 2 | 0 | A | Compare |
| 1999 Volvo S90 | 1 | 0 | A | Compare |
More sales usually means more complaints, so compare similar vehicles of the same year. The grade compares each vehicle with its own model's other years.
Questions about the 1999 Volvo 770
Does the 1999 Volvo 770 have any recalls?
NHTSA lists no recalls for the 1999 Volvo 770 right now. Recalls can be announced at any time, and this page checks NHTSA every day. You can also check your exact vehicle by VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.
What are the most common problems with the 1999 Volvo 770?
By the complaints owners filed with NHTSA, the most common problem areas are the suspension (10), electrical system (8), transmission & drivetrain (5).
How many complaints has the 1999 Volvo 770 had?
33 complaints have been filed with NHTSA, the first on April 5, 2000 and the latest on September 22, 2010. Of these, 1 describe a crash and 0 a fire, and together they report 2 injuries and 0 deaths.
Is the 1999 Volvo 770 a reliable vehicle?
Its Safety Index is 51 out of 100 (grade C: about as many problems as a typical Volvo 770 year, for its age). The index weighs complaints, crashes, fires, injuries, deaths and recalls against how long the vehicle has been on the road, compared with the same model's other years. It is not a measure of every repair - read the complaints and owner experiences, and have any used vehicle inspected before you buy.
Which Volvo 770 years have the most complaints?
1998 (39), 2000 (35), 1999 (33). See every Volvo 770 year compared.
What should I do if my 1999 Volvo 770 has a problem?
If it is a safety problem, stop driving it if it is unsafe and contact your dealer. Report it to NHTSA at nhtsa.gov/report-a-safety-problem - enough reports start investigations and recalls - and share your experience here so other owners know what to look for.
Source: U.S. National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) complaints and recalls, checked . Complaints are owners' own reports and are not verified. How we use the data