Volvo Vn610 2000
Model Vn610 made in 2000 by Volvo got 29 consumer complains as well as 4 investigations. Consumer complaints with reference, among others things, to electrical system and equipment. The car had some investigations: electrical system and steering.
Model 2000
Investigations
| NHTSA ID | Manufacturer | Date open | Date close | Subject | Recall campaign | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| ELECTRICAL SYSTEM | ||||||
| PE01040 | VOLVO TRUCKS NORTH AMERICA | 12/03/2001 | 03/26/2002 | SLEEPER BERTH FIRES | ||
| Alleged that fires and/or smoke occur in the sleeping compartment berth | ||||||
| STEERING | ||||||
| PE01041 | VOLVO TRUCKS NORTH AMERICA | 12/03/2001 | 06/14/2002 | STEERING GEARBOX OR U-JOINT | ||
| Alleged that the steering locks-up, pulls or binds | ||||||
| PE01042 | VOLVO TRUCKS NORTH AMERICA | 12/03/2001 | 09/06/2002 | STEERING AXLE U-BOLT | ||
| Allege the u-bolts loosen or fracture resulting in displacement of the front axle | ||||||
| SUSPENSION | ||||||
| EA02021 | VOLVO TRUCKS NORTH AMERICA | 09/06/2002 | 11/06/2003 | FRONT SUSPENSION U-BOLTS LOOSEN OR BREAK | ||
| Odi'sinvestigation did not find any evidence that loose or brokenfront suspension u-bolts have caused or contributed to any crashes or near miss events.see the attached engineering analysisreport for full technical details.* 1996/1997 built vehicles are designated by volvo as 1998 model year. | ||||||
Consumer Complaints
| Fail date | miles | occurences | Purchase date |
|---|---|---|---|
| ELECTRICAL SYSTEM | |||
| 1 | |||
| Consumer states vehicle has experienced shorts, blowing fuses in dash and column. *tt | |||
| ELECTRICAL SYSTEM - WIRING | |||
| 1 | |||
| Consumer states truck is experiencing wiring harness problems.*jb | |||
| 1 | |||
| Consumer stated the truck experienced wiring harness problems.*jb | |||
| ELECTRICAL SYSTEM - WIRING - INTERIOR/UNDER DASH | |||
| 1 | |||
| Experiencing wiring problems associated with the dash. *jg | |||
| EQUIPMENT - ELECTRICAL - AIR CONDITIONER | |||
| 1 | |||
| Consumer states experiencing air conditioning problems. *tt | |||
| 2 | |||
| Air conditioning unit failed, replaced twice. *tt | |||
| LATCHES/LOCKS/LINKAGES - HOOD - LATCH | |||
| 1 | 02/01/2000 | ||
| The hood unlatches unexpectedly while driving blocking the drivers view or the road, the driver was told that this was a hood latch adjustment problem, the consumer took the vehicle in for the adjustment yet the hood still unlatches frequently. *nlm *mj | |||
| OTHER | |||
| 1 | |||
| Consumer states the truck had dash problems. *yh | |||
| POWER TRAIN - CLUTCH ASSEMBLY | |||
| 01/31/2001 | |||
| Vehicle was coming to a stop and clutch dropped, no warning, clutch is spicer brand. *ak | |||
| POWER TRAIN - DRIVELINE | |||
| 3 | 01/01/2000 | ||
| Consumer states that the transmission has failed three times, dealers have continually adjusted ride height valve, also dealer kept trying to change driveline angle, the left rear u-bolt broke at 256,000, the bolts were retorqued regularly, consumer believes that the poor driveline has damaged the transmission and caused excess strain on axle parts.*yd | |||
| POWER TRAIN - MANUAL TRANSMISSION | |||
| 3 | 01/01/2000 | ||
| Consumer states that the transmission has failed three times, dealers have continually adjusted ride height valve, also dealer kept trying to change driveline angle, the left rear u-bolt broke at 256,000, the bolts were retorqued regularly, consumer believes that the poor driveline has damaged the transmission and caused excess strain on axle parts.*yd | |||
| SERVICE BRAKES, AIR - ANTILOCK | |||
| 10/01/2004 | 285250 | 3 | 04/01/2002 |
| There was an air leak in the brakes.. this was the third time this happened. one could hear the air leaking from the brakes.*ak air pressure loss . *tc | |||
| SERVICE BRAKES, AIR - SUPPLY - QUICK RELEASE VALVE | |||
| 11/22/2006 | 489000 | 1 | 03/01/2002 |
| Dt*: the contact stated while driving various speeds on the highway, the air supply brake control release valve expelled the brake air and depleted the air brake supply without warning which resulted in poor brake function as well an increased stopping distance. the vehicle was inspected by a dealer, who determined the magnetventil valve needed to be replaced. after the initial replacement, the problem persisted. the manufacturer was alerted. | |||
| STEERING | |||
| 1 | |||
| Consumer states experiencing problems with the steering gear box. *tt | |||
| STEERING - GEAR BOX (OTHER THAN RACK AND PINION) | |||
| 1 | |||
| While driving 55 mph on the highway a malfunction occurred within the steering gear box which caused the vehicle to jerk and then pull to the left, causing loss of vehicle control, which resulted in a collision. please give any further details.*jb | |||
| STEERING - GEAR BOX - SHAFT SECTOR | |||
| 02/11/2003 | 1 | ||
| The steering shaft sector of the u joint locked up. *jb | |||
| STRUCTURE | |||
| 1 | |||
| Vehicle is experiencing problems with dash. volvo vn610 truck. *slc | |||
| STRUCTURE - BODY - HOOD | |||
| 1 | |||
| Experiencing problems with the hood popping up. *jg | |||
| SUSPENSION | |||
| 1 | |||
| Consumer states experiencing problems with premature steer tire wear. *tt | |||
| 1 | |||
| The truck shakes and makes popping noise when stopping, consumer states that the front springs failed and the dealer agreed to replace it under warranty, however volvo will not upgrade to a heavy duty spring. *yh | |||
| 1 | |||
| Vehicle is experiencing steer tire wear. *yd | |||
| 4 | 01/01/2000 | ||
| Consumer stated that he has replaced 4 sets of steer axle tires, due to vehicle being out of alignment, also vehicle was experiencing vibration.*yd | |||
| 1 | |||
| Consumer complains of the misalignment of the steering tires. *jg | |||
| SUSPENSION - FRONT - HUB | |||
| 12/11/1999 | 2 | 07/20/1999 | |
| Premature wear from steer tires resulting from improper combination of race/bearings in meritor axles. *mjs | |||
| SUSPENSION - FRONT - WHEEL BEARING | |||
| 03/12/2002 | 2 | ||
| We have 12 volvos and all are experiencing premature bearing failure which could lead to a fatality. *ak | |||
Car dealers selling
| State | City | Zip | Name | Phone |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| TX | ODESSA | BRUCKNERS | ||
| TX | ODESSA | BRUCKNER'S TRUCK SALES | 432-580-7571 | |
| TX | TYLER | BARRET MOTORS |