1990 Volvo Truck Problems: 1 Complaint, 1 Recall

The worst 1990 Volvo Truck problems

Ranked by number of owner complaints. Mileage and cost come from what owners wrote.

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SuspensionReported July 25, 1996 · 214 vehicles affected

What is wrong: The equalizing beam shaft of the tandem axle suspension were manufactured from as-rolled sae4140 steel rather than the specified annealed sae4140. These shafts can fracture inside the beam at the toe of the weld.
Risk: Vehicles are subject to vehicle tilt and possible rollover in the event that both equalizing beams, on the same side of the vehicle, experience a simultaneous shaft failure. Affected suspensions can also drop and contact the road surface generating sparks which could ignite flammable material.
Remedy: Owner notification is being conducted by neway anchorlok. Dealers will inspect and replace all suspension suspension beams with suspension beams containing appropriate shafts.

Recall number 96V124001 · Recall details

Bulletins tell dealers how to fix known problems. A warranty extension means the manufacturer pays for that repair for longer.

Most recent owner complaints, unedited.

Filed Aug 15, 2001 · Electrical, Engine · MN · fire

1990 volvo 660 - consumer stated that this truck burned to the ground after 1 month, possible electrical or engine failure.

Is the 1990 Volvo Truck reliable?

Owners have filed 1 complaint about the 1990 Volvo Truck, fewer than a typical Volvo Truck model year.

What is the most common problem with the 1990 Volvo Truck?

Electrical system, with 1 complaint. Next is engine (1).

How many recalls does the 1990 Volvo Truck have?

1 recall, covering suspension.

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