Volvo 240 1986
Model 240 made in 1986 by Volvo got 31 consumer complains there is 1 investigation as well as 1 recall. Consumer complaints with reference, among others things, to electrical system, engine and engine cooling and equipment. The car had one investigation (vehicle speed control). There was one recall concerning vehicle speed control . The car has one 2.3l engine.
Model 1986
| Engine [L] | Cylinders | Transmission | Drive | Estimate MPG (city/highway/combined) | Unadjusted MPG (city/highway/combined) | Fuel | Fuel cost | Class | Release date |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| ( 2.3L) | 4 | Automatic, 4 gears | RWD | 21/24/22 | 23/31/26 | Regular | $ 853 | 4 | 85 831 |
| ( 2.3L) | 4 | Manual, 4 gears | RWD | 23/28/25 | 25/36/29 | Regular | $ 750 | 4 | 85 831 |
| ( 2.3L) | 4 | Automatic, 4 gears | RWD | 21/24/22 | 23/31/26 | Regular | $ 853 | 8 | 85 831 |
| ( 2.3L) | 4 | Manual, 4 gears | RWD | 23/28/25 | 25/36/29 | Regular | $ 750 | 8 | 85 831 |
Recalls
| Campaign | Manufacturer | Manufacturing date | Type | # of units affected | Date Owner notified Mfg | Recall Initiated by | Manufacturers of recalled vehicles/products | Report Recieved Date | Record Creation Date | Regulation Part Number | FMVSS Number | |||||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL | ||||||||||||||||
| 86V129000 | VOLVO OF AMERICA CORP. | from 08/01/1984 to 04/01/1986 | V (Vehicle) | 89587 | 10/27/1986 | ODI | VOLVO CARS OF N.A. LLC. | 09/15/1986 | 09/18/1986 | |||||||
| Defect Summary | In the event of a low speed frontal impact, engine movement could cause the throttle cable sleeve to be pulled out of the adjusting fitting and not return to its original position or idle position. consequence of defect: if this occurs an increase in engine speed would result, making car difficult to control in a post collision environment, which can cause more serious damage and/or injuries. | |||||||||||||||
| Consequence Summary | ||||||||||||||||
| Corrective Summary | Replace throttle cables. | |||||||||||||||
| Notes | System: throttle cable assembly.vehicle description: passenger cars with b230f engines. | |||||||||||||||
Investigations
| NHTSA ID | Manufacturer | Date open | Date close | Subject | Recall campaign | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL - LINKAGES | ||||||
| DP89009 | VOLVO CARS OF N.A. LLC. | 06/13/1989 | 10/18/1989 | FUEL SYSTEM RELIABILITY | ||
| Fuel system reliability | ||||||
Consumer Complaints
| Fail date | miles | occurences | Purchase date |
|---|---|---|---|
| ELECTRICAL SYSTEM - ALTERNATOR/GENERATOR/REGULATOR | |||
| 07/15/1989 | |||
| Cruise control/speedometer and odometer/air intake sensor/glove box door hinge heater/air conditioner indoor fan/ radio antenna/inside rear view mirror/dome light, tail light lense/catalitic converter/water pump/timing belt/plastic cover under engine/wheel studs/throttle cable/brackets that hold sunvisor/rocker panel trim molding around wheel wells/vent line for gas tank, and alternator failed. | |||
| ELECTRICAL SYSTEM - WIRING - FRONT UNDERHOOD | |||
| 06/01/1999 | 2 | 08/01/1995 | |
| No summary listed for above vehicle. *ak | |||
| Wiring harness has deteriorated. manufacturer has been notified. *ak | |||
| 09/01/1986 | |||
| Wiring is failing both inside and out,lights motor ect!!!! | |||
| ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING - COOLING SYSTEM | |||
| 07/15/1989 | |||
| Cruise control/speedometer and odometer/air intake sensor/glove box door hinge heater/air conditioner indoor fan/ radio antenna/inside rear view mirror/dome light, tail light lense/catalitic converter/water pump/timing belt/plastic cover under engine/wheel studs/throttle cable/brackets that hold sunvisor/rocker panel trim molding around wheel wells/vent line for gas tank, and alternator failed. | |||
| ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING - ENGINE | |||
| 07/15/1989 | |||
| Cruise control/speedometer and odometer/air intake sensor/glove box door hinge heater/air conditioner indoor fan/ radio antenna/inside rear view mirror/dome light, tail light lense/catalitic converter/water pump/timing belt/plastic cover under engine/wheel studs/throttle cable/brackets that hold sunvisor/rocker panel trim molding around wheel wells/vent line for gas tank, and alternator failed. | |||
| ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING - EXHAUST SYSTEM | |||
| 07/15/1989 | |||
| Cruise control/speedometer and odometer/air intake sensor/glove box door hinge heater/air conditioner indoor fan/ radio antenna/inside rear view mirror/dome light, tail light lense/catalitic converter/water pump/timing belt/plastic cover under engine/wheel studs/throttle cable/brackets that hold sunvisor/rocker panel trim molding around wheel wells/vent line for gas tank, and alternator failed. | |||
| ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING - EXHAUST SYSTEM - EMISSION CONTROL - CATALYTIC CONVERTOR | |||
| 07/15/1989 | |||
| Cruise control/speedometer and odometer/air intake sensor/glove box door hinge heater/air conditioner indoor fan/ radio antenna/inside rear view mirror/dome light, tail light lense/catalitic converter/water pump/timing belt/plastic cover under engine/wheel studs/throttle cable/brackets that hold sunvisor/rocker panel trim molding around wheel wells/vent line for gas tank, and alternator failed. | |||
| EQUIPMENT - ELECTRICAL - RADIO/TAPE DECK/CD ETC. | |||
| 07/15/1989 | |||
| Cruise control/speedometer and odometer/air intake sensor/glove box door hinge heater/air conditioner indoor fan/ radio antenna/inside rear view mirror/dome light, tail light lense/catalitic converter/water pump/timing belt/plastic cover under engine/wheel studs/throttle cable/brackets that hold sunvisor/rocker panel trim molding around wheel wells/vent line for gas tank, and alternator failed. | |||
| EXTERIOR LIGHTING - HEADLIGHTS | |||
| 06/01/1999 | 2 | 08/01/1995 | |
| No summary listed for above vehicle. *ak | |||
| EXTERIOR LIGHTING - TAIL LIGHTS | |||
| 06/01/1999 | 2 | 08/01/1995 | |
| No summary listed for above vehicle. *ak | |||
| 07/15/1989 | |||
| Cruise control/speedometer and odometer/air intake sensor/glove box door hinge heater/air conditioner indoor fan/ radio antenna/inside rear view mirror/dome light, tail light lense/catalitic converter/water pump/timing belt/plastic cover under engine/wheel studs/throttle cable/brackets that hold sunvisor/rocker panel trim molding around wheel wells/vent line for gas tank, and alternator failed. | |||
| FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE - DELIVERY | |||
| 07/15/1989 | |||
| Cruise control/speedometer and odometer/air intake sensor/glove box door hinge heater/air conditioner indoor fan/ radio antenna/inside rear view mirror/dome light, tail light lense/catalitic converter/water pump/timing belt/plastic cover under engine/wheel studs/throttle cable/brackets that hold sunvisor/rocker panel trim molding around wheel wells/vent line for gas tank, and alternator failed. | |||
| INTERIOR LIGHTING | |||
| 07/15/1989 | |||
| Cruise control/speedometer and odometer/air intake sensor/glove box door hinge heater/air conditioner indoor fan/ radio antenna/inside rear view mirror/dome light, tail light lense/catalitic converter/water pump/timing belt/plastic cover under engine/wheel studs/throttle cable/brackets that hold sunvisor/rocker panel trim molding around wheel wells/vent line for gas tank, and alternator failed. | |||
| POWER TRAIN | |||
| 07/15/1989 | |||
| Cruise control/speedometer and odometer/air intake sensor/glove box door hinge heater/air conditioner indoor fan/ radio antenna/inside rear view mirror/dome light, tail light lense/catalitic converter/water pump/timing belt/plastic cover under engine/wheel studs/throttle cable/brackets that hold sunvisor/rocker panel trim molding around wheel wells/vent line for gas tank, and alternator failed. | |||
| 11/03/1998 | |||
| Speedometer doesn't work . *ak | |||
| SEAT BELTS - FRONT - RETRACTOR | |||
| All four shoulder seat belts jam in retractor area w/drivers belt being replaced. other three still have not been replaced. *ak | |||
| SEATS | |||
| 10/15/1998 | |||
| Seat on the driver side isn't fixed and the frame is rusted. also brake pedal is corroded. the consumer is concerned about the brakes and the seat. the seat might brake away from the frame if the consumer was to get involved in an accident. *ak | |||
| SEATS - FRONT ASSEMBLY - SEAT HEATER/COOLER | |||
| 12/30/1998 | 1 | ||
| Upon depressing driver's seat warmer button, driver smelled burning odor followed by flames below driver's seat, vehicle totally destroyed, injury to consumer. | |||
| SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC | |||
| 07/24/2003 | 1 | ||
| When applying brakes brake pedal proceeded to the floor after driving at least 12 miles. dealer notified. *ak | |||
| SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC - PEDALS AND LINKAGES | |||
| 10/15/1998 | |||
| Seat on the driver side isn't fixed and the frame is rusted. also brake pedal is corroded. the consumer is concerned about the brakes and the seat. the seat might brake away from the frame if the consumer was to get involved in an accident. *ak | |||
| STRUCTURE - BODY | |||
| 07/15/1989 | |||
| Cruise control/speedometer and odometer/air intake sensor/glove box door hinge heater/air conditioner indoor fan/ radio antenna/inside rear view mirror/dome light, tail light lense/catalitic converter/water pump/timing belt/plastic cover under engine/wheel studs/throttle cable/brackets that hold sunvisor/rocker panel trim molding around wheel wells/vent line for gas tank, and alternator failed. | |||
| TIRES | |||
| 07/29/2002 | 1 | ||
| While driving, the right rear tire blew out, causing consumer to lose control of vehicle, consumer suffered minor injuries.(no tire info given.(ohio crash traffic report)*jb | |||
| VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL | |||
| 07/15/1989 | |||
| Cruise control/speedometer and odometer/air intake sensor/glove box door hinge heater/air conditioner indoor fan/ radio antenna/inside rear view mirror/dome light, tail light lense/catalitic converter/water pump/timing belt/plastic cover under engine/wheel studs/throttle cable/brackets that hold sunvisor/rocker panel trim molding around wheel wells/vent line for gas tank, and alternator failed. | |||
| 03/01/1996 | 07/01/1987 | ||
| Sudden and unintended acceleration, resulting in an accident/injuries after recall (86v-129). *ak | |||
| VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL - CABLES | |||
| 07/15/1989 | |||
| Cruise control/speedometer and odometer/air intake sensor/glove box door hinge heater/air conditioner indoor fan/ radio antenna/inside rear view mirror/dome light, tail light lense/catalitic converter/water pump/timing belt/plastic cover under engine/wheel studs/throttle cable/brackets that hold sunvisor/rocker panel trim molding around wheel wells/vent line for gas tank, and alternator failed. | |||
| VISIBILITY - REARVIEW MIRRORS/DEVICES - INTERIOR | |||
| 07/15/1989 | |||
| Cruise control/speedometer and odometer/air intake sensor/glove box door hinge heater/air conditioner indoor fan/ radio antenna/inside rear view mirror/dome light, tail light lense/catalitic converter/water pump/timing belt/plastic cover under engine/wheel studs/throttle cable/brackets that hold sunvisor/rocker panel trim molding around wheel wells/vent line for gas tank, and alternator failed. | |||
| WHEELS - LUGS/NUTS/BOLTS | |||
| 07/15/1989 | |||
| Cruise control/speedometer and odometer/air intake sensor/glove box door hinge heater/air conditioner indoor fan/ radio antenna/inside rear view mirror/dome light, tail light lense/catalitic converter/water pump/timing belt/plastic cover under engine/wheel studs/throttle cable/brackets that hold sunvisor/rocker panel trim molding around wheel wells/vent line for gas tank, and alternator failed. | |||