1991 Volvo 740 Recalls, Problems & Safety Rating

1 safety recall on file

The 1991 Volvo 740 has 1 safety recall on file with NHTSA.

Owners have filed 19 complaints with NHTSA, including 7 crashes, 1 fire, 7 injuries.

The most-reported problem area is Air Bags (11 reports).

1Recalls
19Owner complaints
7Crashes reported
n/aNHTSA safety rating
Is the repair still open on your 740?

A recall covers specific vehicles. Your VIN shows whether yours still needs the free repair.

1991 Volvo 740 recalls

Seat Belts:Front:Anchorage

Recall 91V075May 6, 1991485 vehicles affected

Most common 1991 Volvo 740 problems

Problem areas named in the 19 complaints owners filed with NHTSA.

Problem areaReports
Air Bags11
Vehicle Speed Control2
Electrical System2
Engine And Engine Cooling2
Seat Belts2
Steering2
Service Brakes, Hydraulic1
Power Train1
Fuel System, Gasoline1

What owners report

2016-03-15, Air Bags
TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 1990 VOLVO 740GL (NA). WHILE DRIVING 30 MPH, THE DRIVER SIDE AIR BAG DEPLOYED WITHOUT WARNING. THE CONTACT SUSTAINED INJURIES TO BOTH ARMS, THE LEFT SHOULDER, AND BACK THAT REQUIRED MEDICAL ATTENTION. THE CABIN OF THE VEHICLE WAS FILLED WITH AIR BAG DEBRIS. THE VEHICLE WAS NOT DIAGNOSED NOR REPAIRED. THE MANUFACTURER WAS NOTIFIED OF THE FAILURE. THE FAILURE MILEAGE WAS 248,865. UPDATED 05/03/16*LJ *CN
2005-06-06, Vehicle Speed Control
DT: THE OWNER TRIED TO PARK CAR AND WAS SLOWY GOING INTO THE PARKING SPACE. ALL OF SUDDEN THE CAR ACCERELATED AND IT CRASHED INTO A WALL OF A BUILDING. THEN, CAR SMOKED. OWNER SUSTAINED INJURIES . BEFORE THE CAR TOOK OFF THE OWNER WAS GOING 1-2 MPH. THE AIR BAG DEPLOYED AND INJURED THE OWNER'S ARM.*AK
2005-04-05, Air Bags
WHILE DRIVING 40 MPH DRIVER'S SIDE AIRBAG DEPLOYED INADVERTENTLY. DRIVER SUSTAINED INJURIES ARM, CHEST, AND FACE INJURIES. *AK
2004-03-16, Electrical System
WHILE DRIVING 45 MPH VEHICLE STALLED. CONSUMER TRIED TO RESTART VEHICLE, AND AFTER 60 SECONDS THE VEHICLE STARTED UP AGAIN. CONSUMER WAS ABLE TO DRIVE THE VEHICLE TO THE DEALER FOR INSPECTION, AND MECHANIC COULD NOT DUPLICATE THE PROBLEM. *AK
2003-06-03, Seat Belts
THE DRIVER AND PASSENGER SEAT BELTS BROKE FROM THE ANCHORING AT THE BOTTOM DUE TO DETERIORATION OF THE PLASTIC RELEASE BUTTON. *AK *CB *NLM

1991 Volvo 740 questions

Does the 1991 Volvo 740 have any recalls?

Yes. NHTSA lists 1 safety recall for the 1991 Volvo 740: Seat Belts:Front:Anchorage. Recall repairs are normally free at an authorized dealer.

What are the most common problems with the 1991 Volvo 740?

Based on 19 owner complaints filed with NHTSA, the most-reported problem areas are Air Bags (11), Vehicle Speed Control (2), Electrical System (2).

How do I check if a recall on my 1991 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.

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