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1999 Volvo WX recalls

Source: NHTSA data as of September 22, 2026. Last refreshed Sep 23, 2026, 2:43 AM UTC.

10 recalls found in NHTSA data as of September 22, 2026

For the 1999 Volvo WX. These apply to the model and year, not to one particular vehicle: check your VIN to see whether yours is included and whether it has been repaired.

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1999 Volvo WX recalls, newest first

August 22, 2003NHTSA 03V3080003,426 vehicles potentially affected

Power train › Automatic transmission

Summary
On certain heavy-duty class 8 vehicles, the body builder wiring option was mis-wired in such a way that the auto neutral with service brake status option may allow the transmission to go into forward gear without the driver's foot pressing down on the brake pedal first.
Consequence
Unintended movement of the vehicle could put persons in danger inside and outside the vehicle.
Remedy
Volvo trucks will notify its customers and install an additional air operated stop light switch and the necessary wiring changes. Owner notification is expected to begin during September 2003. 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 at 1-800-528-6586.

This recall on nhtsa.gov

August 15, 2002NHTSA 02V03700519,915 vehicles potentially affected

Steering › Linkages › Tie rod assembly

Summary
On some heavy duty class 8 vehicles equipped with arvinmeritor axle assemblies which may have been manufactured with TRW model 20EDL ball sockets, the tie rod ball-socket bearings have a below specification case depth and/or hardness which can lead to premature wear out of the socket in some applications.
Consequence
If this condition occurs, the driver can lose steering control, possibly resulting in a vehicle crash.
Remedy
Dealers will replace the ball socket assemblies. This campaign supersedes NHTSA campaign nos. 01V-139.001 and 02V-037.002. Owner notification began July 25, 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.

This recall on nhtsa.gov

May 8, 2001NHTSA 01V044013760 vehicles potentially affected

Steering › Linkages › Tie rod assembly

Summary
Vehicle description: heavy duty, class 8, trucks equipped with tie rod assemblies containing 24-DL model ball sockets and manufactured by TRW. Certain of the tie rod ball-socket bearings have a below-specification case depth and/or hardness, which can lead to premature wear of the socket.
Consequence
If this condition occurs, the driver can lose partial control of the right front wheel, possibly resulting in a crash.
Remedy
Dealers will replace the defective ball sockets and/or drag links. Owner notification began during may 2001. 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.

This recall on nhtsa.gov

November 20, 2000NHTSA 01V13900113,373 vehicles potentially affected

Steering › Linkages › Tie rod assembly

Summary
Vehicle description: heavy duty class 8 vehicles equipped with arvinmeritor axle assemblies which may have been manufactured with TRW model 20EDL ball sockets. The tie rod ball-socket bearings have a below specification case depth and/or hardness which can lead to premature wear out of the socket in some applications.
Consequence
If this condition occurs, the driver can lose steering control, possibly resulting in a vehicle crash.
Remedy
Dealers will replace the ball socket assemblies. The campaign has been superceded by recall no. 02V037002. Owner notification began November 17, 2000. 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.

This recall on nhtsa.gov

October 24, 2000NHTSA 00V246306730 vehicles potentially affected

Steering › Linkages

Summary
Vehicle description: heavy duty trucks equipped with TRW 20-edl ball-socket assemblies. Certain of the ball-socket bearings have a below specification case depth and/or hardness which can lead to premature wear out of the socket. These bearings were produced between July 5 and October 3, 1999.
Consequence
If this condition occurs, the driver can lose partial control of the right front wheel, possibly resulting in a vehicle crash.
Remedy
Dealers will replace the ball-socket assemblies.

This recall on nhtsa.gov

August 22, 2000NHTSA 00V23200318,362 vehicles potentially affected

Service brakes, air › Antilock

Summary
Vehicle description: heavy duty trucks built with bendix air ABS with an EC-17 1030R electronic control unit (ECU), there have been reports of unwanted ABS activation at low speeds caused by 1) chafed ABS wheel speed sensor wires on rotating parts or 2) a damaged component at the wheel end that generates a certain type of erratic sensor signal.
Consequence
This condition could cause the ABS ECU to exhaust the air at the air brake modulators for one or more of the wheels. This could result in extended braking distances and a possible crash.
Remedy
Dealers will replace the ABS ECU.

This recall on nhtsa.gov

January 18, 2000NHTSA 00V012000468 vehicles potentially affected

Fuel system, gasoline › Storage › Tank assembly › Filler pipe and cap

Summary
Vehicle description: heavy duty trucks equipped with a steel fuel tank. The closure only fuel tank cap, installed on the steel fuel tank, failed when the tank was dropped from a 10' height as required by FMVSS no. 393, "liquid fuel tanks."
Consequence
Fuel leakage could occur, increasing the risk of a fire.
Remedy
Owners will be provided with a new fuel tank cap.

This recall on nhtsa.gov

August 30, 1999NHTSA 99V240000166 vehicles potentially affected

Service brakes, air

Summary
Vehicle description: dual steer class 8 heavy duty trucks. The front steer axle brakes do not comply with the requirements of FMVSS no. 121, "air brake systems."
Consequence
A slow brake release time can cause premature brake wear which if left unchecked could lead to brake failure and vehicle crash.
Remedy
Dealers will install a relay valve in the front steering axle brake system.

This recall on nhtsa.gov

May 10, 1999NHTSA 99V055004285 vehicles potentially affected

Service brakes, air

Summary
Vehicle description: heavy duty trucks equipped with meritor air brake automatic slack adjusters. Some of the automatic slack adjusters had insufficient torque applied to the guide pawl cap screw.
Consequence
Without sufficient torque on the guide pawl cap screw, the brakes could gradually lose adjustment, increasing the vehicle stopping distance.
Remedy
Dealers will check the torque on the automatic slack adjuster guide pawl. If there is no torque, the brakes will be adjusted and the guide pawl will be tightened to 15-20 ft. Lbs.

This recall on nhtsa.gov

March 16, 1999NHTSA 99V05400063 vehicles potentially affected

Steering › Gear box › Shaft sector

Summary
Vehicle description: heavy duty trucks. The steering slip shaft connecting the steering column to the steering gear input shaft might be too long.
Consequence
The steering gear input shaft could crack increasing the risk for loss of steering control.
Remedy
Dealers will replace the steering slip shafts.

This recall on nhtsa.gov

Owner complaints

No owner complaints about the 1999 Volvo WX were found in NHTSA’s complaint data.

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Questions

Does the 1999 Volvo WX have any recalls?
10 recalls found in NHTSA data as of September 22, 2026, covering: power train, steering, service brakes, air, fuel system, gasoline. Recalls apply to the model and year; whether a particular vehicle is included, and whether it has been repaired, depends on its VIN.
How do I check if my 1999 Volvo WX recall has been fixed?
Enter your 17-character VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls, or ask a Volvo dealer. Recall repairs are free. NHTSA's VIN search doesn't list recalls that were already repaired.
How many complaints have owners filed about the 1999 Volvo WX?
0 complaints filed with NHTSA. Complaints are unverified reports from the public that NHTSA uses to decide what to investigate.