1998 Volvo VNL64T problems & reliability
63 owner complaints filed with NHTSA for the 1998 Volvo VNL64T. Last verified Aug 7, 2026. Complaints are unverified reports submitted by owners to the federal Office of Defects Investigation.
Each complaint is counted once (by NHTSA case number), even when it names several vehicles.
Most reported problems
| Component | Complaints | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Suspension → | 51 | 81% |
| Electrical System | 5 | 8% |
| Steering | 5 | 8% |
| Power Train | 3 | 5% |
| Engine and Engine Cooling | 2 | 3% |
| Fuel System, Gasoline | 2 | 3% |
| Service Brakes, Air | 2 | 3% |
| Structure | 2 | 3% |
| Tires | 2 | 3% |
| Unknown OR Other | 2 | 3% |
Component groups as classified by NHTSA. A complaint can name more than one component, so shares may sum to more than 100%.
All 11 reported components →Complaints by incident year
What owners report
“The dealer refused to honor the recall for the front tie rod, the dealer stated the tires were the wrong size.*jb”
Steering · filed Feb 11, 2003
“Consumer is complaining of the cab cracking on the side farings on both sides and the hood cracking. Also when standing at the front of the truck looking to the back of the truck you can see that the "lines" are not smooth. The back step on the left side sticks out. *jg”
Structure · filed May 14, 2002
“Consumer states that turn signal indicator light was operating intermittently, volvo service replaced the bulb, but after that, the diagnostic display had lines throughout obscuring the information. Most all the dash is dark intermittently, consumer was told that the wiring harness connectors are affected by heat and…”
Electrical System · filed May 14, 2002
Verbatim excerpts from complaints filed with NHTSA. Reports are not independently verified.
Technical service bulletins
27 manufacturer communications (TSBs, service campaigns, warranty extensions) are on file with NHTSA for the 1998 Volvo VNL64T. The 10 most recent:
Programming Failure - Chassis With Cummins Engine And An Allison Transmission
KC-2112 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions · issued Jun 21, 2022
DTC U012100 - Lost Communication With Anti-Lock Brake System (ABS) Control Module, No Additional Information
KC-2119 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions · issued Jun 21, 2022
(Back Office) - Cruise Control Inoperative After Updating Software VECU5 Without ESP Package (UESP)
KC-2143 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions · issued Jun 21, 2022
Warranty Automated Manual Transmission ( AMT, I-Shift, mDrive ) Control Housing Assembly; Guidelines For Filing A Claim For Chassis Return Visit With Transmission Issues After A Repair Requiring Control Housing Removal…
KC-405 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions · issued Jun 21, 2022
AMT Control Housing Bench Testing - False Failures
KC-2028 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions · issued Jun 17, 2022
Volvo Chassis - Drag Link Inspection And Replacement Criteria
KC-2174 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions · issued Jun 15, 2022
Volvo Chassis - Equipped with An Automated Manual Transmission (AMT, iShift) - SNV 19-002 - AMT Oil Filter Housing Corrosion
KC-435 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions · issued Jun 7, 2022
Unable To Retrieve "On Request" Messages For PeopleNet Or Omnitracs Modules Installed On The DL5 Data Link; Third Party Electronic Log Device Not Reporting Certain Data
KC-732 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions · issued Jun 6, 2022
DEF Level (UQLS) Sensor Troubleshooting Guide - US17+OBD16 Emissions and Newer
KC-2107 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions · issued Jun 3, 2022
NOx Sensor Troubleshooting Guide - US10+OBD13 And Newer Emissions
KC-2116 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions · issued Jun 3, 2022
TSBs are repair guidance manufacturers send to dealers — they are not recalls and repairs are not automatically free. Full documents are available on NHTSA’s site.
Safety recalls
No NHTSA recall campaigns name the 1998 Volvo VNL64T in our current data. Recalls may apply only to certain VIN ranges — always confirm with a VIN check.
Check whether your specific vehicle is affected
Recall campaigns often cover only certain VIN ranges. Enter your VIN on the official NHTSA site to confirm whether your vehicle is included and whether the repair is still open.
Check VIN on NHTSA →Buying a used 1998 Volvo VNL64T?
- · Decode the seller’s VIN with our free VIN decoder to confirm the exact year, engine and trim.
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