Most common 1998 Volvo VNL64T problems
Share of the 63 complaints; one complaint can involve more than one system. "~" is the median mileage when the problem started.
Volvo VNL64T complaints by model year
Best VNL64T years: 2000. Years to avoid: 1998. Compare all years →
What 1998 Volvo VNL64T owners say
Suspension all 51 →
The vehicle was purchased new and the front steer axle weight exceeded the design fawr of the vehicle and north dakota's state restriction of 550 pounds per inch width of tire, Volvo paid for a modification attempt, after the modification the vehicle still exceeded the weight limits in numberous states, this is a design/engineering defect in the suspension system.
Our front end is unstable above 63 MPH. We also have a front end weight with full tanks of 13000 and a gross of 23000+. Seems a bit high compared to the 17885 they advertise for the brooks and dunn le. Dwight mcalexander of Volvo na has attempted to put this problem off onto the option as they speced the trucks for this limited run.
Steering
The dealer refused to honor the recall for the front tie rod, the dealer stated the tires were the wrong size.
Consumer states that steering is inoperative as if there were no power steering.
Electrical system
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 cause a loss of contact.
The air conditioner failed due to bad wiring. . Also the vehicle pulled to the right due to premature steer tire wear.
Frequently asked questions
Is the 1998 Volvo VNL64T a good car?
Based on 63 owner complaints filed with NHTSA, the 1998 VNL64T rates avoid: 2.2× as many complaints as a typical year of the VNL64T at the same age. It is one of the VNL64T years we suggest avoiding. Complaint counts don't account for sales volume or individual maintenance, so have any used car inspected before buying.
What is the most common problem with the 1998 Volvo VNL64T?
The suspension — 51 complaints, 81% of all complaints for this model year, most often about front › hub. Next are the steering (5) and electrical system (5).
How many recalls does the 1998 Volvo VNL64T have?
NHTSA lists no recalls for the 1998 Volvo VNL64T. You can still confirm with your VIN using our VIN recall check.
What are the best and worst years of the Volvo VNL64T?
The best years by complaints, compared at the same age, are 2000. Years to avoid or approach with caution: 1998. See the full Volvo VNL64T years comparison.
At what mileage do 1998 Volvo VNL64T problems happen?
The median mileage reported in complaints is about 43,000 miles; 100% of problems with a recorded mileage started before 50,000 miles.
Source: U.S. National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) — owner complaints through October 20, 2026, recalls and defect investigations; fuel economy from the EPA. Complaints are unverified reports and are not proof of a defect. How we rate model years.