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Volvo 740 1990 Safety Reports and Reviews
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Volvo 740 1990 Air Bags FrontalVolvo 740 1990 Air Bags Frontal Review #959135 VOLVO 740 1990 car safety problem was reported on Jan 20, 1995.VOLVO 740 1990, manufactured by VOLVO CARS OF N.A. LLC. had a problem with AIR BAGS:FRONTAL . no deployment of the air bag during rear end collision. tt.Vehicle was involved in a crash. 1 person(s) were injured. 0 person(s) died.Volvo 740 1990 problem was reported in APEX, NC. Vehicle was not using Cruise Control. Volvo 740 1990 Power Train Automatic TransmissionVolvo 740 1990 Power Train Automatic Transmission Review #962262 VOLVO 740 1990 car safety problem was reported on Mar 19, 1995.VOLVO 740 1990, manufactured by VOLVO CARS OF N.A. LLC. had a problem with POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION . started vehicle while in park, it went in reverse. tt.0 person(s) were injured. 0 person(s) died.Vehicle Identification Number (VIN):YV1FA8846L2. Volvo 740 1990 problem was reported in NATICK, MA. Vehicle was not using Cruise Control. Volvo 740 1990 Service Brakes, Hydraulic Foundation ComponentsVolvo 740 1990 Service Brakes, Hydraulic Foundation Components Review #962262 VOLVO 740 1990 car safety problem was reported on Mar 19, 1995.VOLVO 740 1990, manufactured by VOLVO CARS OF N.A. LLC. had a problem with SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC:FOUNDATION COMPONENTS . started vehicle while in park, it went in reverse, had no brakes. tt.0 person(s) were injured. 0 person(s) died.Vehicle Identification Number (VIN):YV1FA8846L2. Volvo 740 1990 problem was reported in NATICK, MA. Vehicle was not using Cruise Control. Volvo 740 1990 Air BagsVolvo 740 1990 Air Bags Review #478219 VOLVO 740 1990 car safety problem was reported on Jan 04, 1995.VOLVO 740 1990, manufactured by VOLVO CARS OF N.A. LLC. had a problem with AIR BAGS . other: airbag sensors are not water resistant and could inflate if vehicle has water damaged if battery is not disconnected. *skd.0 person(s) were injured. 0 person(s) died.Vehicle Identification Number (VIN):YV1FA8855M3. Volvo 740 1990 problem was reported in LONGMEADOW, MA. Vehicle was not using Cruise Control. Volvo 740 1990 Vehicle Speed ControlVolvo 740 1990 Vehicle Speed Control Review #479611 VOLVO 740 1990 car safety problem was reported on Mar 20, 1995.VOLVO 740 1990, manufactured by VOLVO CARS OF N.A. LLC. had a problem with VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL . sudden acceleration while attempting right turn, causing loss of control/accident. (other vehicle on 489061). *skd.Vehicle was involved in a crash. 0 person(s) were injured. 0 person(s) died.Vehicle Identification Number (VIN):YV1FA8757L2. Volvo 740 1990 problem was reported in NEW BEDFOR, MA. Vehicle was not using Cruise Control. Volvo 740 1990 Wheels RimVolvo 740 1990 Wheels Rim Review #482739 VOLVO 740 1990 car safety problem was reported on Mar 28, 1995.VOLVO 740 1990, manufactured by VOLVO CARS OF N.A. LLC. had a problem with WHEELS:RIM . two wheel bases bent, causing vehicle to pull to one side/noise. *skd.0 person(s) were injured. 0 person(s) died.Vehicle Identification Number (VIN):YV1FA8847L1. Volvo 740 1990 problem was reported in MARIETTA, GA. Vehicle was not using Cruise Control. Volvo 740 1990 Latches/locks/linkages Hatchback/liftgate LockVolvo 740 1990 Latches/locks/linkages Hatchback/liftgate Lock Review #975247 VOLVO 740 1990 car safety problem was reported on .VOLVO 740 1990, manufactured by VOLVO CARS OF N.A. LLC. had a problem with LATCHES/LOCKS/LINKAGES:HATCHBACK/LIFTGATE:LOCK . the struts that holds the rear door are weak . tt.0 person(s) were injured. 0 person(s) died.Vehicle Identification Number (VIN):YV1FA8852L2. Volvo 740 1990 problem was reported in BOCA RATON, FL. Vehicle was not using Cruise Control. Volvo 740 1990 Latches/locks/linkages Hatchback/liftgate Lock Review #975247 VOLVO 740 1990 car safety problem was reported on .VOLVO 740 1990, manufactured by VOLVO CARS OF N.A. LLC. had a problem with LATCHES/LOCKS/LINKAGES:HATCHBACK/LIFTGATE:LOCK . the struts that holds the rear door are weak . tt.0 person(s) were injured. 0 person(s) died.Vehicle Identification Number (VIN):YV1FA8852L2. Volvo 740 1990 problem was reported in BOCA RATON, FL. Vehicle was not using Cruise Control. Volvo 740 1990 Air Bags FrontalVolvo 740 1990 Air Bags Frontal Review #977676 VOLVO 740 1990 car safety problem was reported on Jan 17, 1996.VOLVO 740 1990, manufactured by VOLVO CARS OF N.A. LLC. had a problem with AIR BAGS:FRONTAL . driver's side air bag did not deploy in a frontal collision (12:00) going 25-30 mph. tt.Vehicle was involved in a crash. 0 person(s) were injured. 0 person(s) died.Volvo 740 1990 problem was reported in RYE, NY. Vehicle was not using Cruise Control. Volvo 740 1990 Vehicle Speed ControlVolvo 740 1990 Vehicle Speed Control Review #488271 VOLVO 740 1990 car safety problem was reported on Sept 27, 1995.VOLVO 740 1990, manufactured by VOLVO CARS OF N.A. LLC. had a problem with VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL . sudden acceleration when shifting from park to drive, causing accident. *sd.Vehicle was involved in a crash. 0 person(s) were injured. 0 person(s) died.Vehicle Identification Number (VIN):YV1FA8742L2. Volvo 740 1990 problem was reported in GLENDALE, CA. Vehicle was not using Cruise Control. Volvo 740 1990 Electrical System Battery CablesVolvo 740 1990 Electrical System Battery Cables Review #987176 VOLVO 740 1990 car safety problem was reported on May 23, 1996.VOLVO 740 1990, manufactured by VOLVO CARS OF N.A. LLC. had a problem with ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:BATTERY:CABLES . battery cable short out, battery cable suffers insulation damage that resulted in a engine compartment fire, pe96-019a. *ak.Vehicle was on fire. 0 person(s) were injured. 0 person(s) died.Vehicle Identification Number (VIN):YV1FA8849L3. Volvo 740 1990 problem was reported in BRONX, NY. Vehicle was purchased on Mar 09, 1992. Vehicle was using ANTI-LOCK BRAKES.Vehicle was not using Cruise Control. Volvo 740 1990 drive type:RWD. FUEL SYSTEM:N/A. FUEL TYPE: GAS. Volvo 740 1990 TRANSMISSION TYPE: AUTO. Volvo 740 1990 Air Bags Frontal Sensor/control ModuleVolvo 740 1990 Air Bags Frontal Sensor/control Module Review #800338 VOLVO 740 1990 car safety problem was reported on July 30, 1996.VOLVO 740 1990, manufactured by VOLVO CARS OF N.A. LLC. had a problem with AIR BAGS:FRONTAL:SENSOR/CONTROL MODULE . air bag sensor only stayes on when a problem exists on this system due to a faulty crash sensor. *ak.0 person(s) were injured. 0 person(s) died.Vehicle Identification Number (VIN):YV1FA894XL1. Volvo 740 1990 problem was reported in LEESUMMIT, MO. Original Owner. Vehicle was purchased on May 01, 1990. Vehicle was using ANTI-LOCK BRAKES.Vehicle was using Cruise Control.Volvo 740 1990 drive type:RWD. FUEL SYSTEM:N/A. FUEL TYPE: GAS. Volvo 740 1990 TRANSMISSION TYPE: AUTO. VEHICLE SPEED: 40 mph. Volvo 740 1990 Engine And Engine Cooling EngineVolvo 740 1990 Engine And Engine Cooling Engine Review #508062 VOLVO 740 1990 car safety problem was reported on Aug 01, 1996.VOLVO 740 1990, manufactured by VOLVO CARS OF N.A. LLC. had a problem with ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE . oil leak caused by heat/deterioration of the o-ring seals used to seal the oil filter mounting boss to the engine block. *ak.0 person(s) were injured. 0 person(s) died.Volvo 740 1990 problem was reported in SILVER SPRING, MD. Vehicle was purchased on Apr 01, 1994. Vehicle was using ANTI-LOCK BRAKES.Vehicle was using Cruise Control.Volvo 740 1990 drive type:RWD. FUEL SYSTEM:N/A. FUEL TYPE: GAS. Volvo 740 1990 Power Train Automatic TransmissionVolvo 740 1990 Power Train Automatic Transmission Review #506788 VOLVO 740 1990 car safety problem was reported on June 01, 1996.VOLVO 740 1990, manufactured by VOLVO CARS OF N.A. LLC. had a problem with POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION . transmissions 4th gear disengagement in operation constantly, preventing transmission from shifting into fourth gear. *dh.0 person(s) were injured. 0 person(s) died.Vehicle Identification Number (VIN):YV1FA8846L2. Volvo 740 1990 problem was reported in POCATELLO, ID. Original Owner. Vehicle was purchased on July 20, 1990. Vehicle was not using ANTI-LOCK BRAKES. Vehicle was using Cruise Control.Volvo 740 1990 drive type:RWD. FUEL SYSTEM:N/A. FUEL TYPE: GAS. Volvo 740 1990 TRANSMISSION TYPE: AUTO. Volvo 740 1990 Electrical System Battery CablesVolvo 740 1990 Electrical System Battery Cables Review #802360 VOLVO 740 1990 car safety problem was reported on July 01, 1996.VOLVO 740 1990, manufactured by VOLVO CARS OF N.A. LLC. had a problem with ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:BATTERY:CABLES . battery cable electrical short, causing under the hood fire. *ak.Vehicle was on fire. Vehicle Identification Number (VIN):YV1FA8847L3. Volvo 740 1990 problem was reported in WINCHESTER, MA. Vehicle was not using ANTI-LOCK BRAKES. Vehicle was not using Cruise Control. Volvo 740 1990 Suspension Front Shock AbsorberVolvo 740 1990 Suspension Front Shock Absorber Review #807565 VOLVO 740 1990 car safety problem was reported on .VOLVO 740 1990, manufactured by VOLVO CARS OF N.A. LLC. had a problem with SUSPENSION:FRONT:SHOCK ABSORBER . front shocks have been replaced three times, they keep exploding, putting holes in the hood of vehicles, dealer doesn't know why this is happening. *ak.Volvo 740 1990 problem was reported in UPLAND, CA. Vehicle was not using ANTI-LOCK BRAKES. Vehicle was not using Cruise Control. Volvo 740 1990 Air Bags FrontalVolvo 740 1990 Air Bags Frontal Review #808050 VOLVO 740 1990 car safety problem was reported on .VOLVO 740 1990, manufactured by VOLVO CARS OF N.A. LLC. had a problem with AIR BAGS:FRONTAL . owner states that her airbag light comes on while driving, she notes that dealers have been unable to fix problem, it keeps returning. *ak.Volvo 740 1990 problem was reported in OAKLAND, CA. Vehicle was not using ANTI-LOCK BRAKES. Vehicle was not using Cruise Control. Volvo 740 1990 Vehicle Speed ControlVolvo 740 1990 Vehicle Speed Control Review #808839 VOLVO 740 1990 car safety problem was reported on .VOLVO 740 1990, manufactured by VOLVO CARS OF N.A. LLC. had a problem with VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL . owner states that for no reason while backing out of his driveway vehicle went out of control owner is concerned for his safety. *ak.Vehicle Identification Number (VIN):YVYV1FA8742. Volvo 740 1990 problem was reported in ENCINO, CA. Vehicle was not using ANTI-LOCK BRAKES. Vehicle was not using Cruise Control. Volvo 740 1990 Vehicle Speed Control Review #808877 VOLVO 740 1990 car safety problem was reported on Jan 26, 1997.VOLVO 740 1990, manufactured by VOLVO CARS OF N.A. LLC. had a problem with VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL . while backing out of parking space the vehicle sudden accelerated. vehicle hit another vehicle and the air bag did not deploy either..Vehicle was involved in a crash. Vehicle Identification Number (VIN):YV1FA8742LZ. Volvo 740 1990 problem was reported in ENCINO, CA. Accident was reported to Police. Vehicle was not using ANTI-LOCK BRAKES. Vehicle was not using Cruise Control. Volvo 740 1990 Engine And Engine Cooling Engine GasolineVolvo 740 1990 Engine And Engine Cooling Engine Gasoline Review #515469 VOLVO 740 1990 car safety problem was reported on .VOLVO 740 1990, manufactured by VOLVO CARS OF N.A. LLC. had a problem with ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE:GASOLINE . the vehicle suddenly accelerated, causing accident..0 person(s) died.Volvo 740 1990 problem was reported in ENCINO, CA. Original Owner. Vehicle was purchased on June 01, 1990. Vehicle was using ANTI-LOCK BRAKES.Vehicle was using Cruise Control.Volvo 740 1990 drive type:RWD. FUEL SYSTEM:N/A. FUEL TYPE: GAS. Volvo 740 1990 TRANSMISSION TYPE: AUTO. Volvo 740 1990 Vehicle Speed ControlVolvo 740 1990 Vehicle Speed Control Review #813202 VOLVO 740 1990 car safety problem was reported on May 19, 1997.VOLVO 740 1990, manufactured by VOLVO CARS OF N.A. LLC. had a problem with VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL . while waiting in line put vehicle in drive and the vehicle took off at 50mph. applied the brakes and the vehicle kept on going, when vehicle hit the wall the engine was still running, did not have any control over the vehicle once it started accelerating.*ak *jb.Vehicle was involved in a crash. Vehicle Identification Number (VIN):YV1GA8747L0. Volvo 740 1990 problem was reported in SAN JOSE, CA. Vehicle was using ANTI-LOCK BRAKES.Vehicle was using Cruise Control.Volvo 740 1990 drive type:FWD. FUEL SYSTEM:N/A. Volvo 740 1990 TRANSMISSION TYPE: AUTO. Volvo 740 1990 SuspensionVolvo 740 1990 Suspension Review #522492 VOLVO 740 1990 car safety problem was reported on Mar 01, 1997.VOLVO 740 1990, manufactured by VOLVO CARS OF N.A. LLC. had a problem with SUSPENSION . front upper strut mounts failed and pushed a strut rod through the hood. failure could cause loss of stability during cornering or stopping..Vehicle Identification Number (VIN):YV1FA8743L2. Volvo 740 1990 problem was reported in WHITTIER, CA. Vehicle was using ANTI-LOCK BRAKES.Vehicle was using Cruise Control.Volvo 740 1990 drive type:RWD. FUEL SYSTEM:N/A. FUEL TYPE: GAS. Volvo 740 1990 Engine And Engine Cooling EngineVolvo 740 1990 Engine And Engine Cooling Engine Review #523094 VOLVO 740 1990 car safety problem was reported on Aug 01, 1997.VOLVO 740 1990, manufactured by VOLVO CARS OF N.A. LLC. had a problem with ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE . engine timing belt failure. *ak.Volvo 740 1990 problem was reported in COLESVILLE, MD. Original Owner. Vehicle was using ANTI-LOCK BRAKES.Vehicle was using Cruise Control.Volvo 740 1990 drive type:RWD. FUEL SYSTEM:N/A. FUEL TYPE: GAS. Volvo 740 1990 Vehicle Speed ControlVolvo 740 1990 Vehicle Speed Control Review #536805 VOLVO 740 1990 car safety problem was reported on June 06, 1998.VOLVO 740 1990, manufactured by VOLVO CARS OF N.A. LLC. had a problem with VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL . vehicle experienced sudden acceleration resulting in vehicle collision..Volvo 740 1990 problem was reported in NEWTOWN, PA. Vehicle was not using Cruise Control. Volvo 740 1990 Electrical System Wiring Front UnderhoodVolvo 740 1990 Electrical System Wiring Front Underhood Review #827428 VOLVO 740 1990 car safety problem was reported on June 15, 1998.VOLVO 740 1990, manufactured by VOLVO CARS OF N.A. LLC. had a problem with ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:WIRING:FRONT UNDERHOOD . wiring harness under the hood caught fire . the manufacturer was contacted. please provide further detailes. *ak .Vehicle was on fire. Vehicle Identification Number (VIN):YZ1FA8942L2. Volvo 740 1990 problem was reported in LINCOLN, NE. Vehicle was using ANTI-LOCK BRAKES.Vehicle was not using Cruise Control. FUEL SYSTEM:N/A. Volvo 740 1990 TRANSMISSION TYPE: AUTO. Volvo 740 1990 Air Bags FrontalVolvo 740 1990 Air Bags Frontal Review #703487 VOLVO 740 1990 car safety problem was reported on Feb 17, 1999.VOLVO 740 1990, manufactured by VOLVO CARS OF N.A. LLC. had a problem with AIR BAGS:FRONTAL . i was in an accident going at least 40mph, and i was hit in the front. my air bag did not deploy. i have multiple injuries due to me being thrown into the steering wheel, and the dashboard, and my head hit the rear view mirror. *ak.Vehicle was involved in a crash. 1 person(s) were injured. 0 person(s) died.Vehicle Identification Number (VIN):YV1FA8845L1. Volvo 740 1990 problem was reported in BATON ROUGE, LA. Accident was reported to Police. Vehicle was purchased on Oct 01, 1998. Vehicle was using ANTI-LOCK BRAKES.Vehicle was not using Cruise Control. Volvo 740 1990 drive type:FWD. FUEL TYPE: GAS. VEHICLE SPEED: 40 mph. Volvo 740 1990 Exterior Lighting Tail LightsVolvo 740 1990 Exterior Lighting Tail Lights Review #703625 VOLVO 740 1990 car safety problem was reported on Sept 03, 1998.VOLVO 740 1990, manufactured by VOLVO CARS OF N.A. LLC. had a problem with EXTERIOR LIGHTING:TAIL LIGHTS . i feel stronly that i should not have to pay for a repair service (taillight sensor problem) that should have been fixed permanently while the vehicle was under warranty. the srs warning light problem is not only a mechanical issue, but also a safety hazard to the driver, leaving the airbag inoperable. i do not believe that a consumer should have to pay out $1200 to service the srs warning light every time the owner disconnects and reconnects the battery..Vehicle Identification Number (VIN):YV1FA8940L2. Volvo 740 1990 problem was reported in DALE CITY, VA. Vehicle was purchased on Apr 01, 1992. Vehicle was using ANTI-LOCK BRAKES.Vehicle was using Cruise Control.Volvo 740 1990 drive type:RWD. FUEL SYSTEM:N/A. FUEL TYPE: GAS. Volvo 740 1990 Air BagsVolvo 740 1990 Air Bags Review #703625 VOLVO 740 1990 car safety problem was reported on Sept 03, 1998.VOLVO 740 1990, manufactured by VOLVO CARS OF N.A. LLC. had a problem with AIR BAGS . i feel stronly that i should not have to pay for a repair service (taillight sensor problem) that should have been fixed permanently while the vehicle was under warranty. the srs warning light problem is not only a mechanical issue, but also a safety hazard to the driver, leaving the airbag inoperable. i do not believe that a consumer should have to pay out $1200 to service the srs warning light every time the owner disconnects and reconnects the battery..Vehicle Identification Number (VIN):YV1FA8940L2. Volvo 740 1990 problem was reported in DALE CITY, VA. Vehicle was purchased on Apr 01, 1992. Vehicle was using ANTI-LOCK BRAKES.Vehicle was using Cruise Control.Volvo 740 1990 drive type:RWD. FUEL SYSTEM:N/A. FUEL TYPE: GAS. Volvo 740 1990 Seat Belts Front RetractorVolvo 740 1990 Seat Belts Front Retractor Review #705184 VOLVO 740 1990 car safety problem was reported on Sept 01, 1998.VOLVO 740 1990, manufactured by VOLVO CARS OF N.A. LLC. had a problem with SEAT BELTS:FRONT:RETRACTOR . driver seat belt "froze" in retracting position, unable to withdraw and fasten seat belt. technician at dealer said problem probably due to defective inertial reel. volvo said manufacturer's warranty on seat belt expired after 5 years. *ak.0 person(s) were injured. 0 person(s) died.Vehicle Identification Number (VIN):YV1FA8851L2. Volvo 740 1990 problem was reported in ARLINGTON, VA. Original Owner. Vehicle was purchased on Dec 01, 1989. Vehicle was not using ANTI-LOCK BRAKES. Vehicle was not using Cruise Control. Volvo 740 1990 drive type:FWD. FUEL TYPE: GAS. VEHICLE SPEED: 0 mph. Volvo 740 1990 Vehicle Speed ControlVolvo 740 1990 Vehicle Speed Control Review #842344 VOLVO 740 1990 car safety problem was reported on .VOLVO 740 1990, manufactured by VOLVO CARS OF N.A. LLC. had a problem with VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL . when shifting from park to drive vehicle accelerated with the drivers foot on brake pedal. the vehicle hit a telephone pole. dealer has not seen the totaled vehicle. *ak.Vehicle was involved in a crash. Volvo 740 1990 problem was reported in EAST GRAND RAPIDS, MI. Vehicle was not using ANTI-LOCK BRAKES. Vehicle was not using Cruise Control. Volvo 740 1990 Electrical System Alternator/generator/regulatorVolvo 740 1990 Electrical System Alternator/generator/regulator Review #605510 VOLVO 740 1990 car safety problem was reported on Sept 01, 1997.VOLVO 740 1990, manufactured by VOLVO CARS OF N.A. LLC. had a problem with ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:ALTERNATOR/GENERATOR/REGULATOR . alternator failed and vehicle stalled in traffic. yh.Vehicle Identification Number (VIN):YV1FA8847L3. Volvo 740 1990 problem was reported in STATEN ISL, NY. Original Owner. Vehicle was purchased on June 01, 1990. Vehicle was using Cruise Control.Volvo 740 1990 drive type:RWD. FUEL SYSTEM:N/A. FUEL TYPE: GAS. Volvo 740 1990 TRANSMISSION TYPE: AUTO. VEHICLE SPEED: 75 mph. Volvo 740 1990 Fuel System, Gasoline Delivery Fuel PumpVolvo 740 1990 Fuel System, Gasoline Delivery Fuel Pump Review #605510 VOLVO 740 1990 car safety problem was reported on Sept 01, 1997.VOLVO 740 1990, manufactured by VOLVO CARS OF N.A. LLC. had a problem with FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE:DELIVERY:FUEL PUMP . fuel pump failure caused vehicle to stall. yh.Vehicle Identification Number (VIN):YV1FA8847L3. Volvo 740 1990 problem was reported in STATEN ISL, NY. Original Owner. Vehicle was purchased on June 01, 1990. Vehicle was using Cruise Control.Volvo 740 1990 drive type:RWD. FUEL SYSTEM:N/A. FUEL TYPE: GAS. Volvo 740 1990 TRANSMISSION TYPE: AUTO. VEHICLE SPEED: 35 mph. Volvo 740 1990 Service Brakes, Hydraulic Foundation ComponentsVolvo 740 1990 Service Brakes, Hydraulic Foundation Components Review #853579 VOLVO 740 1990 car safety problem was reported on .VOLVO 740 1990, manufactured by VOLVO CARS OF N.A. LLC. had a problem with SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC:FOUNDATION COMPONENTS . while driving at 30 mph, coming to make stop, driver attempted to make a normal braking stop when brake pedal went to floor ,experienced total loss of brakes, causing loss of vehicle control and could have resulted in accident. *ak.Vehicle was involved in a crash. Volvo 740 1990 problem was reported in PALM BEACH, FL. Original Owner. Vehicle was using ANTI-LOCK BRAKES.Vehicle was using Cruise Control. Volvo 740 1990 Service Brakes, Hydraulic Power Assist HydraulicVolvo 740 1990 Service Brakes, Hydraulic Power Assist Hydraulic Review #717620 VOLVO 740 1990 car safety problem was reported on Jan 20, 2000.VOLVO 740 1990, manufactured by VOLVO CARS OF N.A. LLC. had a problem with SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC:POWER ASSIST:HYDRAULIC . booster assist became erratic -upon disassembly bakelite type diaphragm support was found to be broken in 3 pieces-ther are no signs of impact on the exterior of the booster nor has the car been involved in an accident in the last year.it was purchased used so no further history is available. *ak.Vehicle Identification Number (VIN):YV1FA885XL2. Volvo 740 1990 problem was reported in ATLANTA, GA. Vehicle was not using ANTI-LOCK BRAKES. Vehicle was not using Cruise Control. Volvo 740 1990 drive type:RWD. FUEL SYSTEM:N/A. FUEL TYPE: GAS. Volvo 740 1990 Engine And Engine Cooling EngineVolvo 740 1990 Engine And Engine Cooling Engine Review #868602 VOLVO 740 1990 car safety problem was reported on Aug 12, 2000.VOLVO 740 1990, manufactured by VOLVO CARS OF N.A. LLC. had a problem with ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE . vehicle accelerated from about 20 to 65mph due to a piece of a broken gasket falling into the throttle body. driver had to turn ignition off in order to stop vehicle. dealer took out the piece of gasket and replaced gasket. *ak.Vehicle Identification Number (VIN):YV1FA8842L2. Volvo 740 1990 problem was reported in NASHUA, NH. Original Owner. Vehicle was purchased on Aug 30, 1990. Vehicle was not using ANTI-LOCK BRAKES. Vehicle was not using Cruise Control. Volvo 740 1990 drive type:RWD. FUEL SYSTEM:N/A. FUEL TYPE: GAS. Volvo 740 1990 TRANSMISSION TYPE: AUTO. VEHICLE SPEED: 65 mph. Volvo 740 1990 TiresVolvo 740 1990 Tires Review #731613 VOLVO 740 1990 car safety problem was reported on July 15, 2000.VOLVO 740 1990, manufactured by VOLVO CARS OF N.A. LLC. had a problem with TIRES . tire threads started to fall out, tire was hardly used, replaced with another spare from salvage yard( dot number: tire size: 155/r1587t ).0 person(s) were injured. 0 person(s) died.Vehicle Identification Number (VIN):YV1FA8952L1. Volvo 740 1990 problem was reported in MAYS LANDING, NJ. Vehicle was purchased on Mar 01, 1999. Vehicle was using ANTI-LOCK BRAKES.Vehicle was using Cruise Control.Volvo 740 1990 drive type:RWD. FUEL SYSTEM:N/A. FUEL TYPE: GAS. VEHICLE SPEED: 0 mph. Volvo 740 1990 Structure Body HoodVolvo 740 1990 Structure Body Hood Review #734246 VOLVO 740 1990 car safety problem was reported on June 01, 2000.VOLVO 740 1990, manufactured by VOLVO CARS OF N.A. LLC. had a problem with STRUCTURE:BODY:HOOD . describe the incident or hazard, including description of injuries:hazard is to persons generally. unsafe product is the part # 71901 gtstyling bug-gard. see email from: tjohnson@gtstyling.com i wrote that their design was flawed because it depended on adhesives. they asked about my car make and model and fitment: it is a 1990 740 and the part number i gave was specifically for it. conforming to the hood (which it does) is not the problem. it is that the outside fastening depends on adhesive dots 3m to stay in place and it does not.correspondence below) you sent a replacement once; the entire shield. then you sent a box of bumpons and a box of 3m velcro-like dots. i put 4 on each side and it still breks loose and whips in the wind ! ! ! ! the fault is yours not the sellers and j.c. whitney is not going to make good on it at this late date anyway. i allege that the plastic part fitting across the automobile hood is at risk of breaking off because of failure of the adhesive dots used to hold the ends in place. if it does, it poses a threat to pedestrians and the public. not an automobile, so i took a chance that you are the proper site to report this to. if not, please advise..0 person(s) were injured. 0 person(s) died.Volvo 740 1990 problem was reported in MULVANE, KS. Vehicle was not using ANTI-LOCK BRAKES. Vehicle was using Cruise Control.Volvo 740 1990 drive type:RWD. FUEL SYSTEM:N/A. FUEL TYPE: GAS. Volvo 740 1990 Structure Body Hood Review #734246 VOLVO 740 1990 car safety problem was reported on June 01, 2000.VOLVO 740 1990, manufactured by VOLVO CARS OF N.A. LLC. had a problem with STRUCTURE:BODY:HOOD . describe the incident or hazard, including description of injuries:hazard is to persons generally. unsafe product is the part # 71901 gtstyling bug-gard. see email from: tjohnson@gtstyling.com i wrote that their design was flawed because it depended on adhesives. they asked about my car make and model and fitment: it is a 1990 740 and the part number i gave was specifically for it. conforming to the hood (which it does) is not the problem. it is that the outside fastening depends on adhesive dots 3m to stay in place and it does not.correspondence below) you sent a replacement once; the entire shield. then you sent a box of bumpons and a box of 3m velcro-like dots. i put 4 on each side and it still breks loose and whips in the wind ! ! ! ! the fault is yours not the sellers and j.c. whitney is not going to make good on it at this late date anyway. i allege that the plastic part fitting across the automobile hood is at risk of breaking off because of failure of the adhesive dots used to hold the ends in place. if it does, it poses a threat to pedestrians and the public. not an automobile, so i took a chance that you are the proper site to report this to. if not, please advise.*ak.0 person(s) were injured. 0 person(s) died.Volvo 740 1990 problem was reported in MULVANE, KS. Vehicle was not using ANTI-LOCK BRAKES. Vehicle was using Cruise Control.Volvo 740 1990 drive type:RWD. FUEL SYSTEM:N/A. FUEL TYPE: GAS. Volvo 740 1990 Vehicle Speed ControlVolvo 740 1990 Vehicle Speed Control Review #734869 VOLVO 740 1990 car safety problem was reported on .VOLVO 740 1990, manufactured by VOLVO CARS OF N.A. LLC. had a problem with VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL . unintentional acceleration. driver sitting in a carpool pickup line with car turned off. driver started car in order to move it forward about 25 feet( then the intention was to turn it off and sit and wait another 10 minutes until school got out). driver put car in drive and went to give car some gas and the car lunged forward, engine completly reved. tried to jam on brakes but the car engine still totally reved. smashed into ford expedition in front of me. air bag deployed hitting stomach only..Vehicle Identification Number (VIN):YV1FA8758L2. Volvo 740 1990 problem was reported in BETHESDA, MD. Original Owner. Vehicle was purchased on Aug 01, 1991. Vehicle was not using ANTI-LOCK BRAKES. Vehicle was using Cruise Control.Volvo 740 1990 drive type:RWD. FUEL SYSTEM:N/A. FUEL TYPE: GAS. Volvo 740 1990 Vehicle Speed Control Review #879198 VOLVO 740 1990 car safety problem was reported on Jan 28, 2001.VOLVO 740 1990, manufactured by VOLVO CARS OF N.A. LLC. had a problem with VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL . while driving at a low rate of speed and when attemtping to turn around a curve vehicle suddenly accelerated, causing unwanted and unexpected acceleration, resulting in an accident. consumer has contacted volvo. *ak the brakes failed to stop the accelerating vehicle. *yh.Vehicle was involved in a crash. 1 person(s) were injured. Vehicle Identification Number (VIN):YV1FA8847L1. Volvo 740 1990 problem was reported in MEDINA, WI. Accident was reported to Police. Vehicle was not using ANTI-LOCK BRAKES. Vehicle was not using Cruise Control. Volvo 740 1990 drive type:RWD. FUEL SYSTEM:N/A. FUEL TYPE: GAS. Volvo 740 1990 TRANSMISSION TYPE: AUTO. VEHICLE SPEED: 20 mph. Volvo 740 1990 Service Brakes, Hydraulic Foundation ComponentsVolvo 740 1990 Service Brakes, Hydraulic Foundation Components Review #879198 VOLVO 740 1990 car safety problem was reported on Jan 28, 2001.VOLVO 740 1990, manufactured by VOLVO CARS OF N.A. LLC. had a problem with SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC:FOUNDATION COMPONENTS . while driving at a low rate of speed and when attemtping to turn around a curve vehicle suddenly accelerated, causing unwanted and unexpected acceleration, resulting in an accident. consumer has contacted volvo. *ak the brakes failed to stop the accelerating vehicle. *yh.Vehicle was involved in a crash. 1 person(s) were injured. Vehicle Identification Number (VIN):YV1FA8847L1. Volvo 740 1990 problem was reported in MEDINA, WI. Accident was reported to Police. Vehicle was not using ANTI-LOCK BRAKES. Vehicle was not using Cruise Control. Volvo 740 1990 drive type:RWD. FUEL SYSTEM:N/A. FUEL TYPE: GAS. Volvo 740 1990 TRANSMISSION TYPE: AUTO. VEHICLE SPEED: 20 mph. Volvo 740 1990 Vehicle Speed ControlVolvo 740 1990 Vehicle Speed Control Review #740135 VOLVO 740 1990 car safety problem was reported on Jan 28, 2001.VOLVO 740 1990, manufactured by VOLVO CARS OF N.A. LLC. had a problem with VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL . while rounding a curve at 20mph vehicle suddenly and uncontrollably accelerated to 50-60mph. brakes were ineffective to slow acceleration. vehicle flew over curb, into park crashing into tree. thankfully, airbag deployed saving elderly driver. *ak.Vehicle was involved in a crash. 1 person(s) were injured. Vehicle Identification Number (VIN):YV1FA8847L1. Volvo 740 1990 problem was reported in MERCER ISLAND, WA. Accident was reported to Police. Vehicle was purchased on Jan 01, 1991. Vehicle was not using ANTI-LOCK BRAKES. Vehicle was not using Cruise Control. Volvo 740 1990 drive type:RWD. FUEL TYPE: GAS. Volvo 740 1990 Electrical System WiringVolvo 740 1990 Electrical System Wiring Review #8015957 VOLVO 740 1990 car safety problem was reported on Apr 06, 2002.VOLVO 740 1990, manufactured by VOLVO CARS OF N.A. LLC. had a problem with ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:WIRING . while driving 30 mph thick smoke came from air conditioner's vents, shortly after, consumer saw flames. vehicle was totally burned before fire department got to scene. driver suffered smoke inhalation.*ak.Vehicle was on fire. 1 person(s) were injured. Vehicle Identification Number (VIN):YV1SA8845L2. Volvo 740 1990 problem was reported in BATON ROUGE, LA. Original Owner. Vehicle was using ANTI-LOCK BRAKES.Vehicle was using Cruise Control.Volvo 740 1990 TRANSMISSION TYPE: AUTO. Volvo 740 1990 Air BagsVolvo 740 1990 Air Bags Review #8021035 VOLVO 740 1990 car safety problem was reported on Sept 05, 2002.VOLVO 740 1990, manufactured by VOLVO CARS OF N.A. LLC. had a problem with AIR BAGS . consumer states the air bag spontaneously deployed as the vehicle slowed down going 5-10mph to a stop. no air bag warning light illuminated to specify a problem. dealer was notified. please provide more information. ts.Vehicle Identification Number (VIN):YV1FA8854L2. Volvo 740 1990 problem was reported in BROOKLYN, NY. Vehicle was not using Cruise Control. Volvo 740 1990 TRANSMISSION TYPE: AUTO. VEHICLE SPEED: 10 mph. Volvo 740 1990 WheelsVolvo 740 1990 Wheels Review #10009993 VOLVO 740 1990 car safety problem was reported on Oct 05, 2002.VOLVO 740 1990, manufactured by VOLVO CARS OF N.A. LLC. had a problem with WHEELS . the rear wheel cracked in half, which caused the driver to lose control of the vehicle. which resulted in an accident.*jb.Vehicle was involved in a crash. Mileage was 130000 miles. Vehicle Identification Number (VIN):YV1FA8740L2. Volvo 740 1990 problem was reported in BOWLING GREEN, KY. Vehicle was not using ANTI-LOCK BRAKES. Vehicle was not using Cruise Control. Volvo 740 1990 Electrical System Battery CablesVolvo 740 1990 Electrical System Battery Cables Review #10044474 VOLVO 740 1990 car safety problem was reported on Sept 13, 2003.VOLVO 740 1990, manufactured by VOLVO CARS OF N.A. LLC. had a problem with ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:BATTERY:CABLES . vehicle fire as a result of electrical problems.*mr vehicle caught fire at work four hours after it was parked. fire was extinguished and the battery was disconnected upon discovering it was an electrical fire. vehicle was driven home that night. vehicle was taken to the mechanic the next day. consumer believed the fire was the result of the battery cables. consumer contacted the dealership and learned of a service bulletin for the 740 models. consumer believed the positive and negative batter cable came together and ran down a rubber tub that secured the inter frame. at the end of the rubber tube the positive cable ran across the front cross member to the starter. the negative battery cable after leaving the rubber tube cross over the positive battery cable going to ground itself to the engine. over the years the two cables rub together till the sheating worn down and making contact causing the short circuit and fire. the damage from the fire ( positive/negative cable burned all the way through, both power steering hose burned, oil sending unit and connecting wire, splash pan melted from fire dropping on it, the a/c compressor hose burned to the point where you could see tread coming from the hose. the items were replaced but the a/c wasn't working. *ph.Vehicle was on fire. Vehicle Identification Number (VIN):YV1FA8856L1. Volvo 740 1990 problem was reported in UPPER MARLBORO, MD. Accident was reported to Police. Vehicle was not using ANTI-LOCK BRAKES. Vehicle was not using Cruise Control. FUEL TYPE: GAS. DEALER'S NAME: UNKNOWN . Volvo 740 1990 Engine And Engine Cooling Cooling System Radiator AssemblyVolvo 740 1990 Engine And Engine Cooling Cooling System Radiator Assembly Review #10066180 VOLVO 740 1990 car safety problem was reported on Apr 11, 2004.VOLVO 740 1990, manufactured by VOLVO CARS OF N.A. LLC. had a problem with ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:COOLING SYSTEM:RADIATOR ASSEMBLY . the radiator opening to which the hose attaches [for return of the coolant to the engine] cracked and broke off. there are cracks in the plastic portion of the radiator where the hose attaches. the failure is not the result of any impact or other external forces. the plastic out of which the radiator is made is either defective of inadequately designed for normal wear and tear. i am told that no repair is possible. the entire radiator must be replaced..0 person(s) were injured. 0 person(s) died.Vehicle Identification Number (VIN):YV1FA8847L3. Volvo 740 1990 problem was reported in NORWALK, CT. Vehicle was purchased on June 10, 1994. Vehicle was not using ANTI-LOCK BRAKES. Vehicle was not using Cruise Control. FUEL TYPE: GAS. Volvo 740 1990 TRANSMISSION TYPE: AUTO. DEALER'S NAME: STAMFORD VOLVO . DEALER'S CITY: STAMFORD . DEALER'S STATE CODE: CT. Volvo 740 1990 Air BagsVolvo 740 1990 Air Bags Review #10152406 VOLVO 740 1990 car safety problem was reported on Jan 18, 2006.VOLVO 740 1990, manufactured by VOLVO CARS OF N.A. LLC. had a problem with AIR BAGS . dt*: the contact stated while traveling over a hill at 45 mph, a deer entered the path of the vehicle. the brakes were applied, but the vehicle struck the deer. the vehicle went off the road and down an embankment striking trees. the front end was damaged in the collision. the contact was wearing a seat belt, but sustained minor injuries. there was a police report taken at the scene. the vehicle was towed to the contact's residence. the manufacturer sent a technician who determined, based on the speed and angle the vehicle made contact, the airbags should not deploy. there have been no repairs to the vehicle. updated 03/28/06. *jb.Vehicle was involved in a crash. 1 person(s) were injured. Mileage was 100000 miles. Vehicle Identification Number (VIN):YV1FA8843L2. Volvo 740 1990 problem was reported in CLINTON, KY. Accident was reported to Police. Vehicle was purchased on July 01, 2005. Vehicle was using ANTI-LOCK BRAKES.Vehicle was not using Cruise Control. Vehicle had 4 CYLINDERS. Volvo 740 1990 drive type:RWD. FUEL SYSTEM:Fuel injection. FUEL TYPE: GAS. Volvo 740 1990 TRANSMISSION TYPE: AUTO. VEHICLE SPEED: 45 mph. DEALER'S NAME: WILSON'S AUTO . DEALER'S CITY: FULTON . DEALER'S STATE CODE: KY. DEALER'S ZIPCODE: 42041 . Volvo 740 1990 Vehicle Speed ControlVolvo 740 1990 Vehicle Speed Control Review #10185465 VOLVO 740 1990 car safety problem was reported on Mar 13, 2007.VOLVO 740 1990, manufactured by VOLVO CARS OF N.A. LLC. had a problem with VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL . in a parking lot at a local grocery store, my daughter and i went into the car, started it and shifted the gear, while holding the brake, from park mode to revers mode to get out of the parking lot. as soon as i shifted it, the car took off in full speed backward as if it was crazy, hitting a car and a passenger that was coming out of the car. as my car hit the 2nd vehicle's open door, it bounced forward, also in full speed. by this time, i shifted the gear to park mode in attempt to stop the car. nevertheless, the car flew and hit a suv and as the airbag broke, my car stopped. the suv was then sandwiched in between my car and a parked car in front of it. both cars were empty but the passenger from the first car was badly bruised in her side and knee. the sudden acceleration had occured and the tire marks remained from the starting location to the end because i was pushing the brake all the time, nevertheless, the car flew unintentionally. since it is a very unusual case, nothing has been done to the car yet and i will probably total that car. .Vehicle was involved in a crash. 1 person(s) were injured. Vehicle Identification Number (VIN):YV1FA8844L1. Volvo 740 1990 problem was reported in GREENSBORO, NC. Accident was reported to Police. Vehicle was not using ANTI-LOCK BRAKES. Vehicle was not using Cruise Control. Vehicle had 4 CYLINDERS. FUEL TYPE: GAS. Volvo 740 1990 TRANSMISSION TYPE: AUTO. VEHICLE SPEED: 0 mph. Volvo 740 1990 Vehicle Speed Control Review #10319236 VOLVO 740 1990 car safety problem was reported on Apr 15, 1996.VOLVO 740 1990, manufactured by VOLVO CARS OF N.A. LLC. had a problem with VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL . rapid acceleration incident in a 1990 volvo 740 turbo sedan. given the recent press re toyota, i would just like it known that the issue may extend to other manufacturers as well. my vehicle became "possessed" in a parking garage in downtown minneapolis in 1996. i was about to back out of a parking space, and it went into a super high speed reverse (on its own from zero to perhaps 40 mph?) while my foot was jammed in terror on the brake. i was able to throw the transmission into first gear, which did not solve the problem, and shut off the engine, before i smashed into a car behind me. i was afraid to drive the car, but took the car to the dealer, who could find nothing wrong and found no recalls. i sold the car long ago, but thought you should know. i love volvo and still believe they are safe cars, so i regret to bring this up..Mileage was 65000 miles. Vehicle Identification Number (VIN):YV1FA8744L1. Volvo 740 1990 problem was reported in PLYMOUTH, MN. Vehicle was not using ANTI-LOCK BRAKES. Vehicle was not using Cruise Control. VEHICLE SPEED: 40 mph. Volvo 740 1990 Electrical SystemVolvo 740 1990 Electrical System Review #10319236 VOLVO 740 1990 car safety problem was reported on Apr 15, 1996.VOLVO 740 1990, manufactured by VOLVO CARS OF N.A. LLC. had a problem with ELECTRICAL SYSTEM . rapid acceleration incident in a 1990 volvo 740 turbo sedan. given the recent press re toyota, i would just like it known that the issue may extend to other manufacturers as well. my vehicle became "possessed" in a parking garage in downtown minneapolis in 1996. i was about to back out of a parking space, and it went into a super high speed reverse (on its own from zero to perhaps 40 mph?) while my foot was jammed in terror on the brake. i was able to throw the transmission into first gear, which did not solve the problem, and shut off the engine, before i smashed into a car behind me. i was afraid to drive the car, but took the car to the dealer, who could find nothing wrong and found no recalls. i sold the car long ago, but thought you should know. i love volvo and still believe they are safe cars, so i regret to bring this up..Mileage was 65000 miles. Vehicle Identification Number (VIN):YV1FA8744L1. Volvo 740 1990 problem was reported in PLYMOUTH, MN. Vehicle was not using ANTI-LOCK BRAKES. Vehicle was not using Cruise Control. VEHICLE SPEED: 40 mph. Volvo 740 1990 Seat BeltsVolvo 740 1990 Seat Belts Review #10358963 VOLVO 740 1990 car safety problem was reported on Jan 01, 2005.VOLVO 740 1990, manufactured by VOLVO CARS OF N.A. LLC. had a problem with SEAT BELTS . normal everyday use. the seat belt buckles fall part. *tr.Mileage was 100000 miles. Vehicle Identification Number (VIN):YV1FA8840M2. Volvo 740 1990 problem was reported in HOUSTON, TX. Vehicle was not using ANTI-LOCK BRAKES. Vehicle was not using Cruise Control. VEHICLE SPEED: 0 mph. |
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