The vehicle experienced premature tire wear.*ak
The worst 1995 Volvo Wia problems
Ranked by number of owner complaints. Mileage and cost come from what owners wrote.
- Suspension6
- Electrical3
- Engine2
- Steering2
- Transmission2
Problems by type
Tap a problem to see which part fails, at what mileage and in which other years.
- Suspension6
- Electrical3
- Engine2
- Steering2
- Transmission2
- Body1
- Lights1
- Visibility1
Recalls 4
Exterior lighting: tail lights: switch
- What is wrong
- Certain heavy duty class 8 trucks fail to comply with the requirements of federal motor vehicle safety standard no. 108, "lamps, reflective devices, and associated equipment." the two tail lamps, back-up lamp,and license tag lamp were mounted on insufficiently rigid mounts.
- Risk
- It may not allow the driver of a rearward approaching vehicle to have full view of the lamps.
- Remedy
- Dealers will attach the two tail lamps, back-up lamp, and the license tap lamp on stiffer brackets. Owner notification began october 31, 2002. Owners who take their vehicles to an authorized dealer on an agreed upon service date and do not receive the free remedy within a reasonable time should contact volvo trucks at 1‑800‑528‑6586.
Recall number 02V238000 · Recall details
Suspension: front: springs: air suspension: lines and fittings
- What is wrong
- Vehicle description: class 8 heavy duty trucks. The air suspension control valve supply line was not plumbed through an air pressure protection valve. In the event of a failure, there would be loss of air pressure in the 'b' system air reservoir that supplies air pressure for the front steer axle brakes.
- Risk
- This condition would result in increased stopping distances.
- Remedy
- Dealers will install the necessary air pressure protection valve.
Recall number 98V255000 · Recall details
Service brakes, air
- What is wrong
- The traction solenoid exhaust can be obstructed due to inadequate drainage and a build-up of road contamination between the mounting bracket and the solenoid housing. The obstructed exhaust prevents the relay valve control air pressure from venting after a differential braking traction event.
- Risk
- This condition would keep the rear axle service brakes applied without any brake pedal movement by the driver increasing the risk of a vehicle accident.
- Remedy
- Dealers will remove the suspect valve and install a new valve that has a modified solenoid housing which will allow for sufficient drainage and a new valve mounting bracket with increased height to reduce entry of contamination.
Recall number 96V095000 · Recall details
Suspension: rear: springs: air suspension system
- What is wrong
- The rear suspension axle retention plate can break under normal use, affecting axle alignment.
- Risk
- This condition could result in loss of rear axle stability affecting vehicle directional control and increasing the potential for a vehicle crash.
- Remedy
- Dealers will remove and replace the axle retention clip plates on affected vehicles.
Recall number 96V032000 · Recall details
See all 4 recalls for the 1995 Volvo Wia
Defect investigations
Multiple defects
Allege that the wia model instrument panel and blower fan malfunction and the 770 vnl steering difficulties and instrument panel malfunction
DP01005
Truck rollover crashes
Odi has received a fleet report which alleges that the air suspension system on the subject tractors contributes to a low speed rollover
PE99018
Technical service bulletins for the 1995 Volvo Wia 26
Bulletins tell dealers how to fix known problems. A warranty extension means the manufacturer pays for that repair for longer.
- Warranty Automated Manual Transmission ( AMT, I-Shift, mDrive ) Control Housing Assembly; Guidelines For...
- (Back Office)
- DTC U012100
- Programming Failure
- AMT Control Housing Bench Testing
- Volvo Chassis
- Volvo Chassis
- Unable To Retrieve "On Request" Messages For PeopleNet Or Omnitracs Modules Installed On The DL5 Data...
- Temperature Sensor Troubleshooting Guide
- DEF Pump Troubleshooting Guide
What 1995 Volvo Wia owners say
Most recent owner complaints, unedited.
Vehicle has problems with the wiring harness under the dash. Consumer is also having problems with the wiring and alternator. *jg (model wia6)
Consumer states truck is experiencing problems with the dash.
Vehicle is showing problems with the steer axle tires wearing prematurely requiring annual replacement, there is excessive vibration, the u-joints are wearing out, there are noises coming from the front end (repaired, source unknown),also front axle is too heavy, consumer must regulate by moving the 5th wheel and lowering the fuel.
The drag link and tierod end had to be replaced at 172000 miles.
Consumer stated the truck was experiencing problems with the wiring harness.
Consumer states that the steering is sloppy and chunks when turning, the vehicle is greased every week and the u-bolts are checked, a 3 axle alignment was just completed, there is lots of vibration in the cab.
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Questions about the 1995 Volvo Wia
Is the 1995 Volvo Wia reliable?
Owners have filed 7 complaints about the 1995 Volvo Wia, close to a typical Wia model year.
What is the most common problem with the 1995 Volvo Wia?
Suspension, with 6 complaints. Next is electrical (3).
How many recalls does the 1995 Volvo Wia have?
4 recalls, covering exterior lighting, suspension and service brakes, air.
Was there a recall on the 1995 Volvo Wia suspension?
Yes, 2 recalls: 98V255000, 96V032000. Check your VIN to see if your car still needs the free repair.
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