Most common 2000 Volvo VNL64T problems
Share of the 11 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 2000 Volvo VNL64T owners say
Suspension
Consumer states the truck was delivered with alignment problems, the steer tires were wearing badly and an alignment was needed, after about 60,000 miles the truck developed a shimmy in the front end and the right steer tire started cupping, the steer tires had to be shaved, the wheel bearings were adjusted and another alignment was performed, consumer states 6 alignments have been performed on the truck and the problem still exists and no one can seem to remedy the problem, the truck has also had 3 sets of shocks.
The truck had difficulty scaling under 12,000 on steer axle. Also front shocks failed. Consumer stated the truck needed an alignment at 65,000 miles. The drive line vibrated, the brakes squeaked, the cab shifted on the mount, the marker fuse light blew out, the right fuel tank shifted, there was a coolant, fuel and oil leak.
Transmission & drivetrain
The truck had difficulty scaling under 12,000 on steer axle. Also front shocks failed. Consumer stated the truck needed an alignment at 65,000 miles. The drive line vibrated, the brakes squeaked, the cab shifted on the mount, the marker fuse light blew out, the right fuel tank shifted, there was a coolant, fuel and oil leak.
The truck is having u-bolt problems, also the truck wanders from side to side. The vehicle is experiencing other problems as followed: wiring harness, dash, transmission failure, miles per gallon has gone down, and the engine had a bad blow by and miss.
Engine & cooling
The truck had difficulty scaling under 12,000 on steer axle. Also front shocks failed. Consumer stated the truck needed an alignment at 65,000 miles. The drive line vibrated, the brakes squeaked, the cab shifted on the mount, the marker fuse light blew out, the right fuel tank shifted, there was a coolant, fuel and oil leak.
The truck is having u-bolt problems, also the truck wanders from side to side. The vehicle is experiencing other problems as followed: wiring harness, dash, transmission failure, miles per gallon has gone down, and the engine had a bad blow by and miss.
Frequently asked questions
Is the 2000 Volvo VNL64T a good car?
Based on 11 owner complaints filed with NHTSA, the 2000 VNL64T rates better than average: 77% fewer complaints than a typical year of the VNL64T at the same age. It is one of the best VNL64T years by this measure. 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 2000 Volvo VNL64T?
The suspension — 7 complaints, 64% of all complaints for this model year, most often about front. Next are the transmission & drivetrain (3) and engine & cooling (3).
How many recalls does the 2000 Volvo VNL64T have?
NHTSA lists no recalls for the 2000 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.
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.