CarRecallWatchThe 1986 Volvo 760 has 3 safety recalls on file with NHTSA.
Owners have filed 5 complaints with NHTSA, including 1 crash, 2 fires.
The most-reported problem area is Electrical System (3 reports).
1986 Volvo 760 recalls
Most common 1986 Volvo 760 problems
Problem areas named in the 5 complaints owners filed with NHTSA.
| Problem area | Reports |
|---|---|
| Electrical System | 3 |
| Seat Belts | 1 |
| Tires | 1 |
What owners report
RECALL 87 V 064 000/ELECTRICAL SYSTEM WIRING HARNESS, FRONT UNDERHOOD:ELECTRICAL SYSTEM HAVE VARIOUS SHORTAGES IN INSTRUMENT PANEL/ RADIO, ETC; DEALER WAS NOTIFIED, AND INFORMED CONSUMER THAT THIS VEHICLE =WAS NOT COVERED UNDER THAT RECALL DUE TO VIN. FEEL FREE TO PROVIDE ANY FURTHER INFORMATION.*AK
I PURCHASED A USED VOLVO WITH A VIRTUALLY NEW SET OF FIREWHAWK TIRES ON IT. AFTER DRIVING IT FOR ABOUT 3 MONTHS, I NOTICED ONE OF THE FRONT TIRES HAD DEVELOPED A GOOD SIZED BULGE ON THE SIDE WALL. THIS WAS ABOUT A YEAR AGO. I WAS CONCERNED AND E-MAILED THE CONSUMER DIVISION OF FIRESTONE ABOUT THE PROBLEM. I DESCRIBED THE BULGE AND GAVE DIMENSIONS INCLUDING DIAMETER (APPROXIMATELY 2 INCHES) AND THE HEIGHT OF THE BULDGE (ABOUT 1/2 INCH). I ASKED IF IT WAS DANGEROUS TO CONTINUE DRIVING ON THIS TIRE AND WHO WAS RESPONSINBLE FOR REPLACEMENT. I RECEIVED NO REPLY FROM FIRESTONE. EVENTUALLY THE BULDGE RUPTURED WHILE I WAS DRIVING AT ABOUT 65 MPH ON AN EXPRESSWAY. FORTUNATELLY, THE TIRE DID NOT DEFLA
DASHBOARD MELTED, AND WINDSHIELD CRACKED CENTER CONSOLE, AND THE SEATS WERE BURNED. THE FIRE STARTED SOME WHERE BY THE FUSES. *AK
INTERIOR FUSES CAUGHT ON FIRE WHILE DRIVING, FORCING IMMEDIATE EVACUATION AND TOTAL DESTRUCTION OF CAR. THIS SAME FAILURE HAS HAPPEND TO OTHER OWNERS. *AK
EVENFLO CHILD SAFETY SEAT ABLE TO BE MOVED FROM SIDE TO SIDE AFTER BEING SECURED IN PLACE DUE TO DESIGN OF VEHICLES SEAT BELT. *DH
1986 Volvo 760 questions
Does the 1986 Volvo 760 have any recalls?
Yes. NHTSA lists 3 safety recalls for the 1986 Volvo 760: Seat Belts:Front:Anchorage; 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 760?
Based on 5 owner complaints filed with NHTSA, the most-reported problem areas are Electrical System (3), Seat Belts (1), Tires (1).
How do I check if a recall on my 1986 Volvo 760 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.