1991 Volvo 940: problems, recalls and reliability
2 recalls and 11 owner complaints on record; most reports concern seats.
Data updated weekly · latest recall May 1991
All counts are reports filed with NHTSA in the United States - US market only, not worldwide totals.
Common problems
Computed from 11 owner complaints filed with NHTSA for this exact model year.
“Dt: the contact states there is NHTSA recall 91v010000 concerning the fuel system gasoline delivery: fuel pump. This vehicle is experiencing the same problems as indicated in the recall, but is not included in the recall due to the VIN. No repairs have been made at this time. *ak”Owner report · Fuel System, Gasoline · Nov 2005
“Consumer contacted dealer for recall 91v010000, but was unable to have vehicle repaired because this vehicle was not included in recall due to VIN. Vehicle was experiencing the same problemas mentioned in recall. Please provide further details.*ak”Owner report · Fuel System, Gasoline · Jan 2002
“According to the manufacturer, the airbag sensor on this vehicle can fail for no apparent reason, thereby disabling the airbag. In other words, the airbag on this vehicle is not a reliable safety device. *ak”Owner report · Air Bags · Apr 2001
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“Consumer was driving when she noticed that the air bag sensor (srs light) was illuminated. Consumer took vehicle in to dealership and was told that the sensors were gone. To replace the part it would cost approximately $1,100 plus $200 to install. *ak”Owner report · Air Bags · Mar 1998
“Consumer is unable to receive recall repair (97v-166) due to scheduling problems and inability to get vehicle to dealership. Mjs”Owner report · Electrical System
When filing, owners marked a crash in 1 of these complaints and injuries in 1 - self-reported to NHTSA, not verified accident statistics.
Recalls - 2 campaigns
SAFETY BELTS ARE DESIGNED TO BE ROUTED UNDER A DIAGONAL CROSS BRACE DURING FASTENING. THE INSTRUCTIONAL LABELS FOR THE BELT ROUTING ARE INADEQUATE, AND CAN RESULT IN INADVERTENT RELEASE OF THE BELT BUCKLE.
Remedy: INSTALL LABELS TO INSTRUCT THE USER IN PROPER SAFETY BELT ROUTING; ALSO REPLACE SAFETY BELT BUCKLES.
IF CONDITIONS OF HIGH AMBIENT TEMPERATURE, OVERFILLING OF THE FUEL TANK, AND INSUFFICIENT TORQUE ON THE SENDING UNIT LOCK RING EXIST SIMULTANEOUSLY, FUEL SEEPAGE MAY OCCUR FROM THE TOP OF THE TANK.
Remedy: RETORQUE SENDING UNIT LOCK RING; REPLACE LOCK RING GASKET IF FUEL SEEPAGE IS DETECTED. NOTE: THE ONLY 940 MODEL SUBJECT TO THIS RECALL IS THE 940SE.
How other years compare
Check your exact 940 by VIN
Recalls and equipment differ between individual vehicles. Decode your VIN to see what applies to yours.
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Is the 1991 Volvo 940 reliable?
NHTSA has 11 owner complaints and 2 recall campaigns on record for the 1991 Volvo 940. The most complained-about area is seats.
Does the 1991 Volvo 940 have open recalls?
2 recall campaigns have been issued, the latest concerning seat belts:front:anchorage. Check your specific vehicle by VIN - recall repairs are free at franchised dealers.
Source: NHTSA recall campaigns and owner complaints (public domain). Counts reflect reports on file and are not a defect rate.