Reliability & 5-year cost of ownership — 1998 Volvo WG
NHTSA data on file today
The 1998 Volvo WG has 6 NHTSA recall campaigns and 2 owner complaints on file as of . Recall data is refreshed daily from NHTSA.
Recall campaigns on file
- NHTSA #02V238000 VOLVO TRUCKS/FMVSS 108/LAMP MOUNTING NHTSA notice
- NHTSA #00V232003 VOLVO TRUCKS/ABS ECU NHTSA notice
- NHTSA #00V002002 VOLVO TRUCKS/HALDEX/FMVSS 121 NHTSA notice
- NHTSA #98V297000 VOLVO TRUCK/FRONT STEER AXLE NHTSA notice
- NHTSA #98V255000 VOLVO TRUCKS/AIR SUSPENSION NHTSA notice
- NHTSA #98V120001 VOLVO TRUCK/ACCURIDE/ALUMINUM DUAL WHEELS NHTSA notice
Most-cited components in owner complaints
- Electrical System 2 complaints
- Service Brakes, Hydraulic 1 complaint
Below average
Estimated 5-year repair + maintenance cost: $7,500–$14,000AI estimate — not from NHTSA data
The 1998 Volvo WG faces multiple recall issues related to lighting, brakes, steering, and suspension, leading to a higher likelihood of system failures. Despite limited owner complaints, serious safety concerns with braking and steering have been officially identified.
Most-common failures
| Part | Typical mileage (AI estimate) | Cost range (AI estimate) | Frequency |
|---|---|---|---|
| steering linkages | 100,000–150,000 miles | $800–$1,500 | very common |
| brake systems | 80,000–130,000 miles | $500–$1,200 | common |
| air suspension lines | 120,000–170,000 miles | $300–$700 | common |
AI estimate — not from NHTSA data: the mileage bands and repair-cost ranges above. Get a written repair quote before you budget.
Scheduled maintenance to budget
Routine items every owner should plan for.
- Oil and filter changes
- Brake system inspection
- Steering linkage lubrication
- Electrical system check
- Tyre rotation and alignment
Warning signs to watch for
Symptoms that signal a major upcoming repair.
- Unresponsive brake pedal
- Steering wheel play
- Frequent air suspension adjustments
- Unusual brake noises
- Electronic malfunctions
Generated by gpt-4o on from the NHTSA recall campaigns and owner-complaint counts on file for the 1998 Volvo WG at the time. The rating is an AI assessment; cost and mileage figures are AI estimates, not NHTSA data.