CarRecallWatchThe 1986 Volvo 740 has 4 safety recalls on file with NHTSA.
Owners have filed 11 complaints with NHTSA, including 1 crash, 6 fires, 1 injury.
The most-reported problem area is Electrical System (3 reports).
1986 Volvo 740 recalls
Most common 1986 Volvo 740 problems
Problem areas named in the 11 complaints owners filed with NHTSA.
| Problem area | Reports |
|---|---|
| Electrical System | 3 |
| Engine And Engine Cooling | 3 |
| Seat Belts | 1 |
| Structure | 1 |
| Fuel System, Gasoline | 1 |
| Power Train | 1 |
| Engine | 1 |
What owners report
TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 1986 VOLVO 740 GLE (NA). THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE MASS AIR FLOW SENSOR MALFUNCTIONED. AS A RESULT, THE VEHICLE WAS UNABLE TO PASS STATE EMISSIONS STANDARDS. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO A STATE CERTIFIED MECHANIC. THE MECHANIC DIAGNOSED THAT THE MASS AIR FLOW SENSOR NEEDED TO BE REPLACED. THE VEHICLE WAS REPAIRED. THE MANUFACTURER WAS MADE AWARE OF THE PROBLEM. THE APPROXIMATE FAILURE MILEAGE WAS 140,000.
FORWARD RUBBER BUSHING TEARS MUCH TO OFTEN. IM AFRAID ONE DAY, THAT THE DRIVESHAFT WILL FALL AND HIT STREET , CAUSE A SPARK AND START A FIRE. *AK
CONSUMER BELIEVES WIRING PROBLEM EXISTED WHICH CAUSED PLASTIC ODOR AND FIRE TO START WHEN CONSUMER NOTICED SMOKE COMING FROM NEAR THE GEAR SHIFTER, FLAMES APPEARED AND THE PASSENGER COMPARTMENT WAS COMPLETELY INCINERATED, ENGINE RELATIVELY UNDAMAGED. *ET
PLASTIC MOULDING COVERING WIRES COMING OFF, ELECTRICAL WIRES ARE EXPOSED. MECHANIC DID NOT REPAIR DUE TO NOT BEING UNDER WARRANTY. *AK CONSUMER STATED DUE TO THE ELECTRICAL WIRING PROBLEMS THIS CAUSE THE HEADLIGHTS, TURN SIGNALS AND PARKING LIGHTS TO BE INOPERATIVE AS WELL AS OTHER COMPONETS THAT ARE AFFECTED.*JB
ENGINE FIRE.
1986 Volvo 740 questions
Does the 1986 Volvo 740 have any recalls?
Yes. NHTSA lists 4 safety recalls for the 1986 Volvo 740: Seat Belts:Front:Anchorage; Power Train:Driveline:Driveshaft; Electrical System:Wiring:Front Underhood; Latches/Locks/Linkages:Tailgate:Latch. Recall repairs are normally free at an authorized dealer.
What are the most common problems with the 1986 Volvo 740?
Based on 11 owner complaints filed with NHTSA, the most-reported problem areas are Electrical System (3), Engine And Engine Cooling (3), Seat Belts (1).
How do I check if a recall on my 1986 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.