CarRecallWatchThe 1985 Volvo 740 has 3 safety recalls on file with NHTSA.
Owners have filed 10 complaints with NHTSA, including 1 crash, 1 fire.
The most-reported problem area is Vehicle Speed Control (3 reports).
1985 Volvo 740 recalls
Most common 1985 Volvo 740 problems
Problem areas named in the 10 complaints owners filed with NHTSA.
| Problem area | Reports |
|---|---|
| Vehicle Speed Control | 3 |
| Electrical System | 2 |
| Service Brakes, Hydraulic | 1 |
| Power Train | 1 |
| Structure | 1 |
| Steering | 1 |
| Engine And Engine Cooling | 1 |
What owners report
WHEN PRESSING ON THE ACCELERATOR PEDAL VEHICLE DID NOT ACCELERATE. CONSUMER HAD THE VEHICLE TOWED TO THE DEALERSHIP FOR INSPECTION, AND MECHANIC DETERMINED THAT WIRING HARNESS FAILED. *AK
WHEN PRESSING ON THE ACCELERATOR PEDAL VEHICLE DID NOT ACCELERATE. CONSUMER HAD THE VEHICLE TOWED TO THE DEALERSHIP FOR INSPECTION, MECHANIC DETERMINED THAT THE WIRING HARNESS FAILED. *AK
THE WIRE PLASTIC INSULATION AROUND ENGINE IS CONTINUOUSLY DISINTEGRATING AND FALLING OFF. *AK
PART FAILED AGAIN 12/28/2000
AFTER DRIVING FROM THE GROCERY STORE, I STOPPED AT A STORE AND LET MY GRANDDAUGHTER RUN IN FOR A COKE. WHILE SHE WAS INSIDE,I LET THE CAR IDLE. WITHIN 3 MINUTES, THE ENGINE COMPARTMENT WAS ON FIRE. NO WARNING LIGHTS CAME ON AND THE MOTOR NEVER GAVE ANY INDICATION OF A PROBLEM. THE PEOPLE IN THE PARKING LOT TOLD ME TO GET OUT OF THE CAR ,IT WAS ON FIRE, I CUT OFF THE CAR , POPPED THE HOOD AND THEN STARTED TO OPEN THE HOOD BUT THE SMOKE WAS SO THICK, DARK TAN AND PEPPERED WITH BLACK, THAT I COULDN'T GET CLOSE. THE STORE EMPLOYEES CALLED THE FIRE DEPARTMENT, THEY CAME AND PUT OUT THE FIRE. THE WIRING, PLASTIC CONTAINERS,HOSES, INSULATION, ETC. WERE BURNT TO A CRISP. WE STILL DON'T KNOW WHAT CAU
1985 Volvo 740 questions
Does the 1985 Volvo 740 have any recalls?
Yes. NHTSA lists 3 safety recalls for the 1985 Volvo 740: Seat Belts:Front:Anchorage; Electrical System:Wiring:Front Underhood; Engine And Engine Cooling:Cooling System. Recall repairs are normally free at an authorized dealer.
What are the most common problems with the 1985 Volvo 740?
Based on 10 owner complaints filed with NHTSA, the most-reported problem areas are Vehicle Speed Control (3), Electrical System (2), Service Brakes, Hydraulic (1).
How do I check if a recall on my 1985 Volvo 740 has been fixed?
Enter your 17-character VIN in our VIN recall check. It shows open recalls that have not been repaired on your specific vehicle. Recall repairs are normally free at an authorized dealer.