1997 Volvo Volvo Truck problems, complaints & recalls
Most-reported problem areas: Suspension (2) · Engine And Engine Cooling:engine:gasoline (1)
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Safety recalls (0)
No recalls on record for this model year (campaigns announced since 2010).
Service bulletins (40)
Technical service bulletins are repair instructions manufacturers send dealers for known issues. Unlike recalls, the fix is not automatically free — but naming the bulletin at the service desk can save diagnosis time and support goodwill repairs.
Engine And Engine Cooling:engine:engine Control Module (Ecu/Ecm) 2022-06-29 · KC-759 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
new trim codes may need to be reprogrammed following engine replacement with 7/8 reman or complete (engine with both new injectors and engine control module); possible uneven operation/rough running at idle following ems programming with data transfer
Unknown Or Other 2022-06-22 · KC-745 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
automated manual transmission ( amt ) i-shift / mdrive - ribbon harness replacement - speed sensor bolts, possible fault codes p1058 - 21 or mid 130 pid 161 fmi 1
Power Train 2022-06-21 · KC-2112 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
programming failure - chassis with cummins engine and an allison transmission
Service Brakes, Air 2022-06-21 · KC-2119 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
dtc u012100 - lost communication with anti-lock brake system (abs) control module, no additional information
Vehicle Speed Control 2022-06-21 · KC-2143 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
(back office) - cruise control inoperative after updating software vecu5 without esp package (uesp)
Power Train 2022-06-21 · KC-405 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
warranty automated manual transmission ( amt, i-shift, mdrive ) control housing assembly; guidelines for filing a claim for chassis return visit with transmission issues after a repair requiring control housing removal and reinstallation - us07 and newer
Showing the 6 most recent of 40 bulletins. Search all of them free at nhtsa.gov.
What owners report
No detailed complaint narratives on file.
Excerpts of consumer complaints filed with NHTSA, lightly truncated. They are owner statements, not verified findings.