1991 VOLVO 240

0 recalls — 19 complaints — 94 TSBs

No recalls found for this vehicle.

Complaint Statistics

19 total complaints 9 crashes 1 fires 5 injuries

Top Reported Components

Component	Complaints
AIR BAGS:FRONTAL	5
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:IGNITION:MODULE	2
AIR BAGS	2
VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL:ACCELERATOR PEDAL	1
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:WIRING: REAR COMPARTMENT/TRUNK	1
SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC:FOUNDATION COMPONENTS:DISC:PADS	1
POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION:PARK/NEUTRAL START INTERLOCK SWITCH	1
VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL:CABLES	1
SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC:ANTILOCK/TRACTION CONTROL/ELECTRONIC LIMITED SLIP	1
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:WIRING:INTERIOR/UNDER DASH	1

Incident date: Nov 24, 2017

"TAKATA RECALL" UNKNOWN

Crash

Incident date: Nov 24, 2017

"TAKATA RECALL" UNKNOWN

Crash

Incident date: Nov 24, 2017

"TAKATA RECALL" UNKNOWN

Crash

Incident date: Oct 3, 2001

I JUST SAW ON THE NEWS ABOUT SEATS FALLING BACK DURING ACCIDENT WHEN I WAS HIT BY A TRACTOR-TRAILER IN 2002 TWO VOLVO 240 MY SEAT WENT ALL THE WAY BACK LIKE THE NEWS SHOWED LUCKILY NO ONE WAS IN THE REAR SEAT

Crash 1 injured

Incident date: Feb 2, 2006

CAR WAS IN DRIVEWAY WARMING UP PRIOR TO DRIVING FOR SCHOOL. AFTER ABOUT 5 TO 10 MINUTES DASH CAUGHT FIRE AND FLAMES WERE COMING FOR HEATER VENTS. USED A GARDEN HOSE TO EXTINGUISH FIRE AND FIRE DEPARTMENT WAS CALLED. DASH AND INTERIOR WAS DAMAGED BUY SMOKE, WATER AND FIRE. *NM

Fire

Incident date: Aug 19, 2004

WHILE DRIVING AIR BAGS DEPLOYED AUTOMATICALLY AT 10 MPH IN BUMPER TO BUMPER TRAFFIC. THERE WAS ALSO A CHEMICAL BURNING SMELL INSIDE THE VEHICLE. THE SRS LIGHT ILLUMINATED INTERMITTENTLY. *AK

Incident date: Aug 3, 1999

WHEN PULLING INTO PARKING SPACE, AT 5 MPH, APPLIED BRAKES AND THEY WENT TO THE FLOOR, HIT A CONCRETE WALL, AIRBAG DEPLOYED. VEHICLE WAS TOTALLED. DEALER NOT AWARE OF PROBLEM. REAR BRAKE PADS AND ROTORS HAVE BEEN REPLACE SEVERAL TIMES DURING LIFE OF VEHICLE. *AK

Crash

Incident date: May 12, 1999

WHILE DRIVING AT 30 MPH DRIVER'S SIDE AIR BAG DEPLOYED FOR NO REASON; NO BUMPS/CURBS,OR POTHOLES WERE HIT, AIR BAG DEPLOYMENT CAUSED BURNS TO THE CONSUMERS ARMS. DEALER HAS BEEN CONTACTED. *AK

1 injured

Incident date: Jun 17, 1997

AIRBAG IS DESIGNED/LOCATED IN SAME LOCATION WITH THE HORN CAUSING SERIOUS HAND INJURY WHEN AIRBAG DEPLOYED, AS DRIVERS HAND WAS ON THE HORN DURING VEHICLE COLLISION.

Crash 1 injured

Incident date: Nov 1, 1993

THROTTLE CABLE FREEZES UP CAUSING CONSUMER TO USE EXCESSIVE PHYSICAL EFFORT TO ENGAGE ACCELERATOR PEDAL.

Incident date: Jun 17, 1997

VIOLENT DEPLOYMENT OF DRIVER'S AIR BAG UPON IMPACT, RESULTED IN A SEVERLY FRACTURED WRIST AND FOREARM ABRASIONS AND BRUISES. *AK

Crash 1 injured

Incident date: Aug 29, 1996

ELECTRONIC CONTROL UNIT FAILED, CAUSING ENGINE TO STALL.

CONSUMER WAS DRIVING DOWN THE ROAD AND ANOTHER CAR WAS PULLING OUT OF THE DRIVEWAY, TO AVOID HITTING THE OTHER CAR, VEHICLE HIT A POLE AND THE DRIVER'S SIDE AIR BAG DIDN'T DEPLOY . *AK

Crash

Incident date: Jan 1, 1994

POWER TRAIN TRANSMISSION, PARKING PAWL INTER LOCKING, CAN TAKE KEY OUT IGNITION SWITCH IN DRIVE. *AK

Incident date: Nov 8, 1995

MAIN COMPUTER (BRAIN) ON VEHICLE FAILED, VEHICLE WILL SHUT DOWN UNEXPECTEDLY. TT

Incident date: Sep 18, 1995

BRAKE FAILURE, WHEN APPLIED COMPLETE LOSS OF EFFECTIVENESS, PEDAL WENT TO THE FLOOR, REPLACEMENT OF DISC PADS. TT

Incident date: Oct 6, 1995

THE REAR LIGHT WIRES ARE BEING BROKEN DUE TO METAL FATIQUE AND CAUSING THE REAR BRAKE LIGHT NOT TO WORK. PLESE DESCRIBE. TT

Incident date: Apr 7, 1995

ACCELERATOR PEDAL STICKS UPON FIRST STARTING VEHICLE, CAUSING EXCESSIVE PHYISICAL EFFORT TO LOOSEN. *SKD

Incident date: Jan 3, 1995

DURING HEAD ON COLLISION AIR BAG DID NOT DEPLOY. TT

Crash 1 injured

EPA Fuel Economy — 1991 VOLVO 240

Trim / Engine	City MPG	Highway MPG	Combined MPG	Fuel Type	Annual Fuel Cost
2.3L 4-cyl, Automatic 4-spd (Rear-Wheel Drive)	18.0	23.0	20.0	Regular	$3,000
2.3L 4-cyl, Manual 5-spd (Rear-Wheel Drive)	19.0	26.0	21.0	Regular	$2,850

CO2 Emissions: 444.4 g/mile (Compact Cars)

Source: U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA). Actual fuel economy may vary based on driving conditions.

Technical Service Bulletins — 1991 VOLVO 240

94 manufacturer communications from 53 unique bulletins. TSBs describe known problems and recommended fixes from the manufacturer.

Most Affected Components

Component	Bulletins
350000 EQUIPMENT	27
355200 EQUIPMENT:OTHER:OWNERS/SERVICE/OTHER MANUAL	17
200000 WHEELS	10
110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM	10
356000 EQUIPMENT ADAPTIVE/MOBILITY	9
150000 SEAT BELTS	5
118000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:SOFTWARE	5
201000 WHEELS:RIM	1

350000 EQUIPMENT

VIDA QR Scanner Mobile App

350000 EQUIPMENT

Shipping and Handling of Volvo Lithium-ion 48V Mild Hybrid Battery to Global Battery Solutions (GBS)

110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM

Shipping and Handling of Volvo Lithium-ion 48V Mild Hybrid Battery to Global Battery Solutions (GBS)

356000 EQUIPMENT ADAPTIVE/MOBILITY

Mandatory Tool List bulletin: Volvo mandatory Special Tools are necessary for technicians to properly diagnose and repair Volvo cars. They are used in development of Volvo labor operations and repair methods, and promote safety and quality

350000 EQUIPMENT

356000 EQUIPMENT ADAPTIVE/MOBILITY

350000 EQUIPMENT

110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM

This is a Technical Journal: Swapping control modules from vehicle to vehicle for diagnostics should be avoided. Swapping control modules may result in consequential damage to the swapped control module and in certain cases several other co

110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM

Software Installation Policy changes.

350000 EQUIPMENT

This is a Service Manager Bulletin: Technician Skillset Requirments

350000 EQUIPMENT

355200 EQUIPMENT:OTHER:OWNERS/SERVICE/OTHER MANUAL

This is a Service Manager Bulletin: Technician Skillset Requirments

355200 EQUIPMENT:OTHER:OWNERS/SERVICE/OTHER MANUAL

Retailers should only use a Volvo part number on claims for items purchased directly from Volvo. Failure to follow this policy will result in claim adjustments. Warranty reimbursement rates and quantity limits for the parts listed, with the

355200 EQUIPMENT:OTHER:OWNERS/SERVICE/OTHER MANUAL

118000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:SOFTWARE

Software Installation Policy changes.

118000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:SOFTWARE

This is a Service Product Journal: Information Notice. We process the personal data that you provide in connection with the creation of your VIDA account. The purpose of our processing is to administer your VIDA account (from registration t

200000 WHEELS

Winter Wheel Applications including rim sizes, steel wheel parts numbers and wheel cover part numbers

350000 EQUIPMENT

355200 EQUIPMENT:OTHER:OWNERS/SERVICE/OTHER MANUAL

This is a Parts Bulletin: Hazmat Return Transportation Documentation and requirements

356000 EQUIPMENT ADAPTIVE/MOBILITY

This is a Technical Journal: When sensitive information, like vehicle speed, brake usage, etc. (customer behavoiur information) of a car is required from Volvo Car Corporation from external sources, either of these two documents should be f

355200 EQUIPMENT:OTHER:OWNERS/SERVICE/OTHER MANUAL

200000 WHEELS

Winter Wheel Applications including rim sizes, steel wheel parts numbers and wheel cover part numbers

355200 EQUIPMENT:OTHER:OWNERS/SERVICE/OTHER MANUAL

Winter Wheel Applications including rim sizes, steel wheel parts numbers and wheel cover part numbers

350000 EQUIPMENT

This is a Service Manager Bulletin: Volvo Special Tool Warranty Coverage and Claims Process

356000 EQUIPMENT ADAPTIVE/MOBILITY

This is a Service Manager Bulletin: Volvo Special Tool Warranty Coverage and Claims Process

150000 SEAT BELTS

This bulletin is a service manager bulletin. Seat Belt Extender.

356000 EQUIPMENT ADAPTIVE/MOBILITY

This bulletin is a service manager bulletin. Seat Belt Extender.

150000 SEAT BELTS

This bulletin is a service manager bulletin. Seat Belt Extender.

355200 EQUIPMENT:OTHER:OWNERS/SERVICE/OTHER MANUAL

This bulletin is a service manager bulletin. Seat Belt Extender.

356000 EQUIPMENT ADAPTIVE/MOBILITY

This bulletin is a service manager bulletin. Seat Belt Extender.

150000 SEAT BELTS

This bulletin is a service manager bulletin. Seat Belt Extender.

356000 EQUIPMENT ADAPTIVE/MOBILITY

This bulletin is a service manager bulletin. Seat Belt Extender.

350000 EQUIPMENT

356000 EQUIPMENT ADAPTIVE/MOBILITY

350000 EQUIPMENT

This is a Service Manager Bulletin. This bulletin is a list of equipment recommended by Volvo to it's dealer or any shop maintaining or repairing Volvo's. The equipment can be provided by Volvo's equipment supplier

200000 WHEELS

Road Force wheel balancing is the proper tool for diagnosing and repairing such issues and all of our retailers need to be prepared for these issues.

190000 TIRES

Road Force wheel balancing is the proper tool for diagnosing and repairing such issues and all of our retailers need to be prepared for these issues.

350000 EQUIPMENT

Road Force wheel balancing is the proper tool for diagnosing and repairing such issues and all of our retailers need to be prepared for these issues.

350000 EQUIPMENT

This is a Technical Journal: Vehicle Key Not Found

118000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:SOFTWARE

This is a Technical Journal: Vehicle Key Not Found

350000 EQUIPMENT

355200 EQUIPMENT:OTHER:OWNERS/SERVICE/OTHER MANUAL

Description of Goodwill Policy and Guidelines.

350000 EQUIPMENT

Description of Goodwill Policy and Guidelines.

350000 EQUIPMENT

VOLVO CARS SERVICE AND PARTS BUSINESS Technical Journal TITLE : Vehicle type and platform identification REF NO : ISSUING DEPARTMENT : CAR MARKET : United States and Canada TJ 19245 Technical Service PARTNER : ISSUE DATE : 3 US 7510 Volvo C

160000 STRUCTURE

350000 EQUIPMENT

118000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:SOFTWARE

Software Installation Policy changes - Canada

355200 EQUIPMENT:OTHER:OWNERS/SERVICE/OTHER MANUAL

Software Installation Policy changes - Canada

118000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:SOFTWARE

Software Installation Policy changes - Canada

355200 EQUIPMENT:OTHER:OWNERS/SERVICE/OTHER MANUAL

Software Installation Policy changes - Canada

110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM

Software Installation Policy changes.

355200 EQUIPMENT:OTHER:OWNERS/SERVICE/OTHER MANUAL

Software Installation Policy changes.

110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM

Software Installation Policy changes - Canada

355200 EQUIPMENT:OTHER:OWNERS/SERVICE/OTHER MANUAL

Software Installation Policy changes - Canada

110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM

MIDTRONICS PSC-550S and PSC-700 VEHICLE POWER SUPPLY information

350000 EQUIPMENT

MIDTRONICS PSC-550S and PSC-700 VEHICLE POWER SUPPLY information

143100 AIR BAGS:SENSOR:OCCUPANT CLASSIFICATION

Service Manager Bulletin TITLE : Service Action Notification Re - Mails GROUP : NO : ISSUING DEPARTMENT : CAR MARKET : Product Safety & Compliance United States and Canada 00 325 REFERENCE BULLETINS : DATE : SMB00 - 323 and SMB00 - 323A YEA

176100 LATCHES/LOCKS/LINKAGES:HOOD:LATCH

350000 EQUIPMENT

151400 SEAT BELTS:FRONT:BUCKLE ASSEMBLY

140000 AIR BAGS

354000 EQUIPMENT:MECHANICAL

282000 BACK OVER PREVENTION: WARNINGS

340000 COMMUNICATION

355200 EQUIPMENT:OTHER:OWNERS/SERVICE/OTHER MANUAL

200000 WHEELS

This is a Parts Bulletin: Wheel Cross Reference, used to assist in identifying the correct spare replacement wheel, by stamping, name and size.

355200 EQUIPMENT:OTHER:OWNERS/SERVICE/OTHER MANUAL

200000 WHEELS

This is a Parts Bulletin: Wheel Cross Reference, used to assist in identifying the correct spare replacement wheel, by stamping, name and size.

350000 EQUIPMENT

Winter Wheel Applications including rim sizes, steel wheel parts numbers and wheel cover part numbers

200000 WHEELS

Winter Wheel Applications including rim sizes, steel wheel parts numbers and wheel cover part numbers

200000 WHEELS

This is a Parts Bulletin: Wheel Cross Reference, used to assist in identifying the correct spare replacement wheel, by stamping, name and size.

150000 SEAT BELTS

This bulletin is a service manager bulletin. Seat Belt Extender.

110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM

Software Installation Policy changes.

350000 EQUIPMENT

Software Installation Policy changes.

110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM

Descripition of Goodwill Policy and Guidelines.

350000 EQUIPMENT

Descripition of Goodwill Policy and Guidelines.

010000 STEERING

350000 EQUIPMENT

Dice Tool bulletin explaining the offer.

350000 EQUIPMENT

Mandatory Special Tool List

110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM

MIDTRONICS PSC-550S and PSC-700 VEHICLE POWER SUPPLY information

350000 EQUIPMENT

This is a Service Manager Bulletin: Service Scheduling system enhancements. Improving Service Action/Recall scheduling.

350000 EQUIPMENT

This is a Service Manager Bulletin: The online bookstore, www.volvotechinfo.com, serves Volvo Retailers, employees, Independent Repairers and customers throughout the United States and Canada by providing easy order-access to service, parts

200000 WHEELS

This is a Parts Bulletin: Wheel Cross Reference, used to assist in identifying the correct spare replacement wheel, by stamping, name and size.

355200 EQUIPMENT:OTHER:OWNERS/SERVICE/OTHER MANUAL

This is a Parts Bulletin: Wheel Cross Reference, used to assist in identifying the correct spare replacement wheel, by stamping, name and size.

200000 WHEELS

This is a Parts Bulletin: Wheel Cross Reference, used to assist in identifying the correct spare replacement wheel, by stamping, name and size.

355200 EQUIPMENT:OTHER:OWNERS/SERVICE/OTHER MANUAL

This is a Parts Bulletin: Wheel Cross Reference, used to assist in identifying the correct spare replacement wheel, by stamping, name and size.

350000 EQUIPMENT

This document is a Service Product Journal: Memory used for VIDA is not fully optimized and below examples of symptoms might therefore occur. VIDA will run slow after some time. VIDA might freeze. Certain operations might stop working. In

350000 EQUIPMENT

*No Description

355200 EQUIPMENT:OTHER:OWNERS/SERVICE/OTHER MANUAL

The Volvo Technical Helpdesk (THD) is a central contact point available to authorized Volvo dealer technicians to assist with difficult to repair situations. If for some reason our technical experts cannot solve an issue directly, it will b

150000 SEAT BELTS

Seat Belt Extender

356000 EQUIPMENT ADAPTIVE/MOBILITY

Seat Belt Extender

201000 WHEELS:RIM

Winter Wheel Applications including rim sizes, steel wheel parts numbers and wheel cover part numbers

200000 WHEELS

Winter Wheel Applications including rim sizes, steel wheel parts numbers and wheel cover part numbers

NHTSA Safety Investigations — VOLVO 240

Investigations opened by NHTSA into potential safety defects. These are separate from recalls and may or may not result in a recall.

DP — Closed — Model Year: 1988

BRAKE PERFORMANCE

DP — Closed — Model Year: 1985

FUEL SYSTEM RELIABILITY

VOLVO 240 — All Years Overview

Complete safety history for the VOLVO 240 across all model years (1975–1986).

3 Total Recalls

186 Total Complaints

2 Investigations

37 Reported Crashes

8 Reported Fires

0 Reported Deaths

VOLVO 240 — Year by Year

Compare recalls and complaints across model years. Click any year to see full details.

Year	Recalls	Complaints
1994	0	2	View
1993	0	16	View
1992	0	29	View
1991 (current)	0	19
1990	0	26	View
1989	0	19	View
1988	0	12	View
1987	0	8	View
1986	1	29	View
1985	1	8	View
1984	0	5	View
1983	0	9	View
1982	0	2	View
1980	0	1	View
1976	0	1	View
1975	1	0	View

Other VOLVO Models

Model	Recalls	Complaints
VNL	232	176	View
VHD	192	20	View
VNM	142	13	View
VN	125	150	View
S60	122	1,657	View
XC60	121	864	View
XC90	113	2,165	View
V70	92	1,181	View