We found the following complaints for VOLVO VN770 (1998)
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The cab air bags were splitting at seams.*mjs
The vehicle experienced steer tire wear, rear end and u-bolt problems. *yd.the lights went out on the dashboard, there was transmission problems, and wiring harness problems, and the hood did not stay closed.
Consumer is experiencing various electrical problems such as the wiring harness under the dash, wiring in the sleeper and with the digital readout in dash for the computer.
The diagnostic unit and the right dash lights went out.
The ecm wires corroded (turn green) and caused the engine to stall.* mjs
The turn signals cause all the dash lights to flicker, possible problem with the electrical wiring system.* mjs
While driving on highway noticedfront end was pulling and bad vibration.contacted dealer and he was not able to repair it.steering tires were going one direction, and driving tires were going in the opposite direction, pulling against each other.also,electrical problem with the instrument panel, had dash cluster replaced four times, ecm replaced 6 times. *ml
Consumer states vehicle experienced a problem with the dash wiring harness.
Wiring harness under dash has experienced continued problems causing electrical malfunctions, power problems and shorts causing burning smell.mjs. Consumer is also have steering wheel locks up while making turns, wheels have fallen off, trucks have caught fire, and also guages go off while going down the road, therefore consumer has to pull over because he does not know what his air pressure is or the speed.
Wiring harness under dash has experienced continued problems causing electrical malfunctions, power problems and shorts causing burning smell.mjs. Consumer is also have steering wheel locks up while making turns, wheels have fallen off, trucks have caught fire, and also guages go off while going down the road, therefore consumer has to pull over because he does not know what his air pressure is or the speed.
Consumer stated the exhaust fell off the first day of purchase.
Consumer stated the air dryer mount broke off due to rust after 16 months, and the bunk widow cranking unit broke.
The wheel bearing, and fuel gauge failed, the tires experienced premature tire wear, the temperature control in sleeper did not function properly, the fuel tank baffle was loose.
While driving on the interstate, consumer smelled an electrical short smell.smoke started coming from the sleeper birth area, then the cabin was in flames. The fire inspector indicated that the fire was caused by an electrical short in the switch that controlled the built in refrigerator freezer. *nlmwhile driving southbound on 195 1998 volvo vn770 had smoke coming from the front cab.fire was a result of an electrical short in the switch that controlled the built in refrigerator freezer.truck was declared a total loss.*mr
While driving on the interstate, consumer smelled an electrical short smell.smoke started coming from the sleeper birth area, then the cabin was in flames. The fire inspector indicated that the fire was caused by an electrical short in the switch that controlled the built in refrigerator freezer. *nlm
The wheel bearing, and fuel gauge failed, the tires experienced premature tire wear, the temperature control in sleeper did not function properly, the fuel tank baffle was loose.
The wheel bearing, and fuel gauge failed, the tires experienced premature tire wear, the temperature control in sleeper did not function properly, the fuel tank baffle was loose.
The hood popped open while driving at 60-70 mph, because the inner latch assembly is attached to the frame of the truck rather than the body. Therefore, any flexing will cause the pin to dislodge its bracket and resulting that side to be loose.consumer is now using external hood latches to keep hood shut.
Overweight condition in the front axle, truck bobtailing with full fuel tanks with weight over 12,500.*mjs
Front axle has too much weight possibly causinggear box to go out.
Consumer stated that when the slave valve was replaced the clutch was also replaced, consumer was informed on the fourth replacement of the slave valve that there was a design flaw and that the new trucks had been modified.
Consumer is experiencing problems with the clutch.
Clutch was replaced when the rear main seal was replaced (clutch not worn out just more cost effective), new clutch went through 3 adjustments before the truck was towed in for non-disengagemet: numerous times the clutch could not shift into other gears (high or low) causing lack of power and driveability problems in heavy traffic or when going up or down hills.nlm
Vehicle has transmission problems.*jg
The vehicle experienced steer tire wear, rear end and u-bolt problems. *yd.the lights went out on the dashboard, there was transmission problems, and wiring harness problems, and the hood did not stay closed.
Wiring harness under dash has experienced continued problems causing electrical malfunctions, power problems and shorts causing burning smell.mjs. Consumer is also have steering wheel locks up while making turns, wheels have fallen off, trucks have caught fire, and also guages go off while going down the road, therefore consumer has to pull over because he does not know what his air pressure is or the speed.
Steering wheel locked up almost resulting in vehicle accident. Mjs
The steering gear box failed twice, both within a month from each other, box locked and wheels would not turn.*mjs
Front axle has too much weight possibly causinggear box to go out.
Vehicle needed power steering box installed.*jg
Consumer sated the power steering unit failed.
Consumer states if the vehicle has 100 gallons of fuel or no fuel, the vehicle is still over weight.
Consumer stated that the hoods on all three of his volvos will not stay closed. *yd
The vehicle experienced steer tire wear, rear end and u-bolt problems. *yd.the lights went out on the dashboard, there was transmission problems, and wiring harness problems, and the hood did not stay closed.
Consumer stated the hood alignment was never right.
Fawr weight is 11,670 the average weight in the front steer axle exceeds that amount from 12,500 to 13,200. The front steer tires wear excessively for unknown reasons. *mjs
Vehicle weight exceeds fawr when the fuel tanks are filled (13000 lbs).*mjs
The vehicle exceeds 13,000 lbs on the front steer axle, volvo changed front suspension to 14000, front tire wear is still a problem, h style tires and new rims added.* mjs
Fawr weight is 12,349 the average weight in the front steer axle exceeds that amount from 12,500 to 13,200. The front steer tires wear excessively for unknown reasons. *mjs
The front end weight exceeds fawr of vehicle (weight ticket attached with before and after truck loaded). *mjs
3 sets of steer tires on worn prematurely.front axle overweight causing tires to wear and causing vibration while driving.
The vehicle experienced steer tire wear, rear end and u-bolt problems. *yd.the lights went out on the dashboard, there was transmission problems, and wiring harness problems, and the hood did not stay closed.
Suspension problems continually, front axle is tipped causing excessive vibration, tire wear, suspension (spring hangers) wearing and problems with steering, several repair attempts however continues. Mjs
The wheel bearing, and fuel gauge failed, the tires experienced premature tire wear, the temperature control in sleeper did not function properly, the fuel tank baffle was loose.
Experiencing shudder in steering wheel, front suspension is noisy and has a loose feel, and worn bushings, consumer states that vehicle is approximately 20,500 pounds with half tank of fuel.
Consumer states that the steer axle without trailer full fuel tanks is 12600, consumer was informed to run half tanks of fuel or he would have to pay to have them moved back 6 inches or purchase smaller tanks.
The shock absorber bracket fell off when the u-bolts on the rear drive axle broke. There was a front end vibration at 65 mph due to a crack in the left steering rim. Later on, the right steering tire was worn to the cord. The nut came off of the leveling arm and the consumer replaced the nut and put another lock nut on it there have been no other problems.
Consumer states that the steer axle without trailer full fuel tanks is 12600, consumer was informed to run half tanks of fuel or he would have to pay to have them moved back 6 inches or purchase smaller tanks.
Consumer stated prior to picking up the vehicle, he requested to have the tanks moved backward and move the 5th wheel to the last mounting hole, because the truck was overweight, therefore putting additional weight on the steer tires.
Vehicle is overweight.*jg
While driving on highway noticedfront end was pulling and bad vibration.contacted dealer and he was not able to repair it.steering tires were going one direction, and driving tires were going in the opposite direction, pulling against each other.also,electrical problem with the instrument panel, had dash cluster replaced four times, ecm replaced 6 times. *ml
3 sets of steer tires on worn prematurely.front axle overweight causing tires to wear and causing vibration while driving.
Per consumer the dealership action pontiac, gmc, volvo; dothan al; 334-794-8505,. Is refusing to honor their recall for vehicles' tire and rim no rvxx02. Ts
The vehicle exceeds 13,000 lbs on the front steer axle, volvo changed front suspension to 14000, front tire wear is still a problem, h style tires and new rims added.* mjs
Fawr weight is 11,670 the average weight in the front steer axle exceeds that amount from 12,500 to 13,200. The front steer tires wear excessively for unknown reasons. *mjs
Fawr weight is 12,349 the average weight in the front steer axle exceeds that amount from 12,500 to 13,200. The front steer tires wear excessively for unknown reasons. *mjs
Consumer states the vehicle management device does not work, the display is non functional.
The vehicle experienced dash problem.
Wiring harness under dash has experienced continued problems causing electrical malfunctions, power problems and shorts causing burning smell.mjs. Consumer is also have steering wheel locks up while making turns, wheels have fallen off, trucks have caught fire, and also guages go off while going down the road, therefore consumer has to pull over because he does not know what his air pressure is or the speed.
Vehicle experienced sudden acceleration on several occasions due to throttle problems and cruise control.mjs
Heating and air conditioning hoses and valve in sleeper compartment failed.
Consumer states window glass is broken.
Consumer stated the passenger side lower window unit broke at 13 months.
The windows have either cracked or blown out.
The windows have either cracked or blown out.
Consumer states that the plastic clips from the sleeper window broke and has had one window completely fall off.
Wiring harness under dash has experienced continued problems causing electrical malfunctions, power problems and shorts causing burning smell.mjs. Consumer is also have steering wheel locks up while making turns, wheels have fallen off, trucks have caught fire, and also guages go off while going down the road, therefore consumer has to pull over because he does not know what his air pressure is or the speed.
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