1990 VOLVO 740
2 recalls, 55 complaints - 96 TSBs
91V075000 May 6, 1991
SEAT BELTS:FRONT:ANCHORAGE
Defect Description
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.
Consequence
CONSEQUENCE OF DEFECT: SAFETY BELT MISUSE COULD CAUSE THE SEAT OCCUPANT TO FACE GREATER RISK OF INJURY IN A SUDDEN STOP OR VEHICLE ACCIDENT IF AN INADVERTENT RELEASE OF THE SAFETY BELT OCCURRED.
Remedy
INSTALL LABELS TO INSTRUCT THE USER IN PROPER SAFETY BELT ROUTING; ALSO REPLACE SAFETY BELT BUCKLES.
90V165000 Sep 6, 1990
FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE:STORAGE
Defect Description
FUEL DAMPER LOCATED BEHIND THE FUEL LINE AND THE FUEL RAIL MAY BE IMPROPERLY ASSEMBLED. OVER TIME, THE SOLDER JOINTS COULD ALLOW A SMALL AMOUNT OF FUEL TO LEAK.
Consequence
FUEL LEAKAGE, IN THE PRESENCE OF AN IGNITION SOURCE,COULD RESULT IN A FIRE.
Remedy
REPLACE FUEL DAMPER.
Complaint Statistics
55 total complaints
18 crashes 5 fires 10 injuries
Top Reported Components
| Component | Complaints |
|---|---|
| VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL | 14 |
| AIR BAGS:FRONTAL | 4 |
| AIR BAGS | 4 |
| SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC:FOUNDATION COMPONENTS | 3 |
| ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:12V/24V/48V BATTERY:CABLES | 3 |
| ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE | 3 |
| POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION | 2 |
| LATCHES/LOCKS/LINKAGES:HATCHBACK/LIFTGATE:LOCK | 2 |
| STRUCTURE:BODY:HOOD | 2 |
| WHEELS:RIM | 1 |
SERVICE BRAKES
Dec 28, 2015
Incident date: Dec 13, 2015
TL* THE CONTACT OWNED A 1990 VOLVO 740. WHILE THE VEHICLE WAS IN THE GARAGE, IT SUDDENLY ACCELERATED TO APPROXIMATELY 60 MPH. THE VEHICLE SLAMMED INTO A BRICK WALL. THE AIR BAGS DEPLOYED. A POLICE REPORT WAS FILED. THE BRAKE PEDAL WAS SOFT AND WOULD NOT RESPOND. THE VEHICLE WAS DESTROYED. THE CONTAC... Read more
Crash
1 injured
VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL
Dec 28, 2015
Incident date: Dec 13, 2015
TL* THE CONTACT OWNED A 1990 VOLVO 740. WHILE THE VEHICLE WAS IN THE GARAGE, IT SUDDENLY ACCELERATED TO APPROXIMATELY 60 MPH. THE VEHICLE SLAMMED INTO A BRICK WALL. THE AIR BAGS DEPLOYED. A POLICE REPORT WAS FILED. THE BRAKE PEDAL WAS SOFT AND WOULD NOT RESPOND. THE VEHICLE WAS DESTROYED. THE CONTAC... Read more
Crash
1 injured
VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL
Jun 26, 2015
Incident date: Jun 24, 2015
TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 1990 VOLVO 740. WHILE REVERSING INTO A PARKING SPACE, THE VEHICLE INDEPENDENTLY ACCELERATED AND CRASHED INTO A PARKED VEHICLE. THE SERVICE BRAKES AND EMERGENCY BRAKE FAILED TO STOP THE VEHICLE. THERE WERE NO INJURIES AND A POLICE REPORT WAS NOT FILED. THE CONTACT HAD TO REMOVE... Read more
Crash
SEAT BELTS
Oct 3, 2010
Incident date: Jan 1, 2005
NORMAL EVERYDAY USE. THE SEAT BELT BUCKLES FALL PART. *TR
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
Mar 12, 2010
Incident date: Apr 15, 1996
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 PARKI... Read more
VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL
Mar 12, 2010
Incident date: Apr 15, 1996
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 PARKI... Read more
VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL
Mar 18, 2007
Incident date: Mar 13, 2007
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 AN... Read more
Crash
1 injured
AIR BAGS
Mar 10, 2006
Incident date: Jan 18, 2006
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 WEARI... Read more
Crash
1 injured
ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:COOLING SYSTEM:RADIATOR ASSEMBLY
Apr 14, 2004
Incident date: Apr 11, 2004
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 RADIATO... Read more
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:12V/24V/48V BATTERY:CABLES
Oct 24, 2003
Incident date: Sep 13, 2003
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. C... Read more
Fire
WHEELS
Mar 6, 2003
Incident date: Oct 5, 2002
THE REAR WHEEL CRACKED IN HALF, WHICH CAUSED THE DRIVER TO LOSE CONTROL OF THE VEHICLE. WHICH RESULTED IN AN ACCIDENT.*JB
Crash
AIR BAGS
Oct 17, 2002
Incident date: Sep 5, 2002
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
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:WIRING
Aug 9, 2002
Incident date: Apr 6, 2002
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
Fire
1 injured
VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL
Feb 8, 2001
Incident date: Jan 28, 2001
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
Crash
1 injured
SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC:FOUNDATION COMPONENTS
Jan 29, 2001
Incident date: Jan 28, 2001
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
Crash
1 injured
VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL
Jan 29, 2001
Incident date: Jan 28, 2001
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
Crash
1 injured
VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL
Oct 26, 2000
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 G... Read more
STRUCTURE:BODY:HOOD
Oct 25, 2000
Incident date: Jun 1, 2000
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: [email protected] I WROTE THAT THEIR DESIGN WAS FLAWED BECAUSE IT DEPENDED ON ADHESIVES. THEY ASKED ABOUT MY CAR MAKE AND MOD... Read more
STRUCTURE:BODY:HOOD
Oct 25, 2000
Incident date: Jun 1, 2000
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: [email protected] I WROTE THAT THEIR DESIGN WAS FLAWED BECAUSE IT DEPENDED ON ADHESIVES. THEY ASKED ABOUT MY CAR MAKE AND MOD... Read more
TIRES
Sep 22, 2000
Incident date: Jul 15, 2000
TIRE THREADS STARTED TO FALL OUT, TIRE WAS HARDLY USED, REPLACED WITH ANOTHER SPARE FROM SALVAGE YARD( DOT NUMBER: TIRE SIZE: 155/R1587T )
ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE
Aug 24, 2000
Incident date: Aug 12, 2000
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
SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC:POWER ASSIST:HYDRAULIC
Jan 20, 2000
Incident date: Jan 20, 2000
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
SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC:FOUNDATION COMPONENTS
Dec 2, 1999
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
Crash
FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE:DELIVERY:FUEL PUMP
Nov 29, 1999
Incident date: Sep 1, 1997
FUEL PUMP FAILURE CAUSED VEHICLE TO STALL. YH
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:ALTERNATOR/GENERATOR/REGULATOR
Nov 29, 1999
Incident date: Sep 1, 1997
ALTERNATOR FAILED AND VEHICLE STALLED IN TRAFFIC. YH
VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL
Jul 14, 1999
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
Crash
SEAT BELTS:FRONT:RETRACTOR
Apr 1, 1999
Incident date: Sep 1, 1998
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
AIR BAGS
Feb 23, 1999
Incident date: Sep 3, 1998
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 INOPERA... Read more
EXTERIOR LIGHTING:TAIL LIGHTS
Feb 23, 1999
Incident date: Sep 3, 1998
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 INOPERA... Read more
AIR BAGS:FRONTAL
Feb 18, 1999
Incident date: Feb 17, 1999
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
Crash
1 injured
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:WIRING:FRONT UNDERHOOD
Feb 17, 1999
Incident date: Jun 15, 1998
WIRING HARNESS UNDER THE HOOD CAUGHT FIRE . THE MANUFACTURER WAS CONTACTED. PLEASE PROVIDE FURTHER DETAILES. *AK
Fire
VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL
Dec 8, 1998
Incident date: Jun 6, 1998
VEHICLE EXPERIENCED SUDDEN ACCELERATION RESULTING IN VEHICLE COLLISION.
ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE
Dec 11, 1997
Incident date: Aug 1, 1997
ENGINE TIMING BELT FAILURE. *AK
SUSPENSION
Aug 2, 1997
Incident date: Mar 1, 1997
FRONT UPPER STRUT MOUNTS FAILED AND PUSHED A STRUT ROD THROUGH THE HOOD. FAILURE COULD CAUSE LOSS OF STABILITY DURING CORNERING OR STOPPING.
VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL
Jun 17, 1997
Incident date: May 19, 1997
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
Crash
ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE:GASOLINE
May 27, 1997
THE VEHICLE SUDDENLY ACCELERATED, CAUSING ACCIDENT.
VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL
Feb 13, 1997
Incident date: Jan 26, 1997
WHILE BACKING OUT OF PARKING SPACE THE VEHICLE SUDDEN ACCELERATED. VEHICLE HIT ANOTHER VEHICLE AND THE AIR BAG DID NOT DEPLOY EITHER.
Crash
VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL
Feb 12, 1997
OWNER STATES THAT FOR NO REASON WHILE BACKING OUT OF HIS DRIVEWAY VEHICLE WENT OUT OF CONTROL OWNER IS CONCERNED FOR HIS SAFETY. *AK
AIR BAGS:FRONTAL
Jan 23, 1997
OWNER STATES THAT HER AIRBAG LIGHT COMES ON WHILE DRIVING, SHE NOTES THAT DEALERS HAVE BEEN UNABLE TO FIX PROBLEM, IT KEEPS RETURNING. *AK
SUSPENSION:FRONT:SHOCK ABSORBER
Jan 13, 1997
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
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:12V/24V/48V BATTERY:CABLES
Sep 13, 1996
Incident date: Jul 1, 1996
BATTERY CABLE ELECTRICAL SHORT, CAUSING UNDER THE HOOD FIRE. *AK
Fire
POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION
Sep 4, 1996
Incident date: Jun 1, 1996
TRANSMISSIONS 4TH GEAR DISENGAGEMENT IN OPERATION CONSTANTLY, PREVENTING TRANSMISSION FROM SHIFTING INTO FOURTH GEAR. *DH
ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE
Aug 30, 1996
Incident date: Aug 1, 1996
OIL LEAK CAUSED BY HEAT/DETERIORATION OF THE O-RING SEALS USED TO SEAL THE OIL FILTER MOUNTING BOSS TO THE ENGINE BLOCK. *AK
AIR BAGS:FRONTAL:SENSOR/CONTROL MODULE
Aug 27, 1996
Incident date: Jul 30, 1996
AIR BAG SENSOR ONLY STAYES ON WHEN A PROBLEM EXISTS ON THIS SYSTEM DUE TO A FAULTY CRASH SENSOR. *AK
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:12V/24V/48V BATTERY:CABLES
Aug 13, 1996
Incident date: May 23, 1996
BATTERY CABLE SHORT OUT, BATTERY CABLE SUFFERS INSULATION DAMAGE THAT RESULTED IN A ENGINE COMPARTMENT FIRE, PE96-019A. *AK
Fire
VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL
Apr 25, 1996
Incident date: Sep 27, 1995
SUDDEN ACCELERATION WHEN SHIFTING FROM PARK TO DRIVE, CAUSING ACCIDENT. *SD
Crash
AIR BAGS:FRONTAL
Jan 17, 1996
Incident date: Jan 17, 1996
DRIVER'S SIDE AIR BAG DID NOT DEPLOY IN A FRONTAL COLLISION (12:00) GOING 25-30 MPH. TT
Crash
LATCHES/LOCKS/LINKAGES:HATCHBACK/LIFTGATE:LOCK
Nov 21, 1995
THE STRUTS THAT HOLDS THE REAR DOOR ARE WEAK . TT
LATCHES/LOCKS/LINKAGES:HATCHBACK/LIFTGATE:LOCK
Nov 21, 1995
THE STRUTS THAT HOLDS THE REAR DOOR ARE WEAK . TT
WHEELS:RIM
Oct 19, 1995
Incident date: Mar 28, 1995
TWO WHEEL BASES BENT, CAUSING VEHICLE TO PULL TO ONE SIDE/NOISE. *SKD
Showing 50 of 55 complaints.
EPA Fuel Economy, 1990 VOLVO 740
| 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 | $3,100 |
| 2.3L 4-cyl, Manual 5-spd (Rear-Wheel Drive) | 18.0 | 24.0 | 20.0 | Regular | $3,100 |
| 2.3L 4-cyl, Automatic 4-spd (Rear-Wheel Drive) | 16.0 | 20.0 | 18.0 | Regular | $3,400 |
| 2.3L 4-cyl, Automatic 4-spd (Rear-Wheel Drive) | 18.0 | 24.0 | 20.0 | Regular | $3,100 |
| 2.3L 4-cyl, Manual 4-spd (Rear-Wheel Drive) | 18.0 | 23.0 | 20.0 | Regular | $3,100 |
| 2.3L 4-cyl, Manual 5-spd (Rear-Wheel Drive) | 19.0 | 26.0 | 21.0 | Regular | $2,950 |
CO2 Emissions: -1.0 g/mile (Midsize Cars)
Source: U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA). Actual fuel economy may vary based on driving conditions.
Technical Service Bulletins, 1990 VOLVO 740
96 manufacturer communications from 55 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 |
| 138800 VISIBILITY:DEFROSTER/DEFOGGER/HVAC SYSTEM:FAN/MOTOR | 2 |
356EN01
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350000 EQUIPMENT
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350000 EQUIPMENT
Shipping and Handling of Volvo Lithium-ion 48V Mild Hybrid Battery to Global Battery Solutions (GBS)
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110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
Shipping and Handling of Volvo Lithium-ion 48V Mild Hybrid Battery to Global Battery Solutions (GBS)
ST-001-2020-09-1
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356000 EQUIPMENT ADAPTIVE/MOBILITY
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ST-001-2020-09-1
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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
ST-001-2020-06-2
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ST-001-2020-01-2
Jan 30, 2020
350000 EQUIPMENT
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
TJ31946.1.2-2019
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110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
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TJ31946.1.1-2019
Nov 14, 2019
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
SMB00-006-2019-1
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110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
Software Installation Policy changes.
SMB00-438-2019-1
Nov 9, 2019
350000 EQUIPMENT
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ST-001-2019-10-1
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350000 EQUIPMENT
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
SMB00 438 2019-0
Aug 23, 2019
355200 EQUIPMENT:OTHER:OWNERS/SERVICE/OTHER MANUAL
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SMB00 108 2019-0
Aug 15, 2019
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
SMB00 108C 2019-
Aug 15, 2019
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
SMB00 006 2019-0
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118000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:SOFTWARE
Software Installation Policy changes.
SPJ34864 2 0-201
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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
PB77-006-2019-05
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200000 WHEELS
Winter Wheel Applications including rim sizes, steel wheel parts numbers and wheel cover part numbers
ST-001-2019-03-0
Mar 9, 2019
350000 EQUIPMENT
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
TJ28941-4-0-2019
Feb 14, 2019
355200 EQUIPMENT:OTHER:OWNERS/SERVICE/OTHER MANUAL
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
TJ28941-4-0-2019
Feb 14, 2019
356000 EQUIPMENT ADAPTIVE/MOBILITY
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200000 WHEELS
Winter Wheel Applications including rim sizes, steel wheel parts numbers and wheel cover part numbers
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355200 EQUIPMENT:OTHER:OWNERS/SERVICE/OTHER MANUAL
Winter Wheel Applications including rim sizes, steel wheel parts numbers and wheel cover part numbers
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Feb 13, 2019
350000 EQUIPMENT
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Feb 13, 2019
356000 EQUIPMENT ADAPTIVE/MOBILITY
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SMB88-001A-2018-
Dec 14, 2018
150000 SEAT BELTS
This bulletin is a service manager bulletin. Seat Belt Extender.
SMB88-001A-2018-
Dec 14, 2018
356000 EQUIPMENT ADAPTIVE/MOBILITY
This bulletin is a service manager bulletin. Seat Belt Extender.
SMB88-001A-2018-
Dec 14, 2018
150000 SEAT BELTS
This bulletin is a service manager bulletin. Seat Belt Extender.
SMB88-001A-2018-
Dec 14, 2018
356000 EQUIPMENT ADAPTIVE/MOBILITY
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SMB88-001A-2018-
Dec 14, 2018
150000 SEAT BELTS
This bulletin is a service manager bulletin. Seat Belt Extender.
SMB88-001A-2018-
Dec 14, 2018
355200 EQUIPMENT:OTHER:OWNERS/SERVICE/OTHER MANUAL
This bulletin is a service manager bulletin. Seat Belt Extender.
SMB88-001A-2018-
Dec 14, 2018
356000 EQUIPMENT ADAPTIVE/MOBILITY
This bulletin is a service manager bulletin. Seat Belt Extender.
ST-001-2018-11-2
Dec 4, 2018
350000 EQUIPMENT
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
ST-001-2018-11-2
Dec 4, 2018
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
ST-002-2018-08-1
Aug 22, 2018
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
ST-227-2018-08-1
Aug 18, 2018
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.
ST-227-2018-08-1
Aug 18, 2018
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.
ST-227-2018-08-1
Aug 18, 2018
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.
TJ34013-1-2-2018
Aug 4, 2018
118000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:SOFTWARE
This is a Technical Journal: Vehicle Key Not Found
TJ34013-1-2-2018
Aug 4, 2018
350000 EQUIPMENT
This is a Technical Journal: Vehicle Key Not Found
ST002
Jul 18, 2018
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
SMB00-071-2018-0
May 11, 2018
355200 EQUIPMENT:OTHER:OWNERS/SERVICE/OTHER MANUAL
Description of Goodwill Policy and Guidelines.
SMB00-071
May 4, 2018
350000 EQUIPMENT
Description of Goodwill Policy and Guidelines.
TJ19245114
May 1, 2018
160000 STRUCTURE
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
TJ19245114
May 1, 2018
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
TJ19245114
May 1, 2018
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
SMB00-006C-2018-
Mar 29, 2018
118000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:SOFTWARE
Software Installation Policy changes - Canada
SMB00-006C-2018-
Mar 29, 2018
355200 EQUIPMENT:OTHER:OWNERS/SERVICE/OTHER MANUAL
Software Installation Policy changes - Canada
SMB00-006C-2018-
Mar 20, 2018
118000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:SOFTWARE
Software Installation Policy changes - Canada
SMB00-006C-2018-
Mar 20, 2018
355200 EQUIPMENT:OTHER:OWNERS/SERVICE/OTHER MANUAL
Software Installation Policy changes - Canada
SMB00-006-2018-0
Mar 7, 2018
110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
Software Installation Policy changes.
SMB00-006-2018-0
Mar 7, 2018
355200 EQUIPMENT:OTHER:OWNERS/SERVICE/OTHER MANUAL
Software Installation Policy changes.
SMB00-006C-2018-
Mar 7, 2018
110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
Software Installation Policy changes - Canada
SMB00-006C-2018-
Mar 7, 2018
355200 EQUIPMENT:OTHER:OWNERS/SERVICE/OTHER MANUAL
Software Installation Policy changes - Canada
ST-111A
Nov 4, 2017
110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
MIDTRONICS PSC-550S and PSC-700 VEHICLE POWER SUPPLY information
ST-111A
Nov 4, 2017
350000 EQUIPMENT
MIDTRONICS PSC-550S and PSC-700 VEHICLE POWER SUPPLY information
SMB00-325-2017-1
Oct 18, 2017
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
SMB00-325-2017-1
Oct 18, 2017
350000 EQUIPMENT
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
SMB00-325-2017-1
Oct 18, 2017
176100 LATCHES/LOCKS/LINKAGES:HOOD:LATCH
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
SMB00-325-2017-1
Oct 18, 2017
151400 SEAT BELTS:FRONT:BUCKLE ASSEMBLY
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
SMB00-325-2017-1
Oct 18, 2017
140000 AIR BAGS
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
ST-001-2017-10-0
Oct 11, 2017
282000 BACK OVER PREVENTION: WARNINGS
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
ST-001-2017-10-0
Oct 11, 2017
340000 COMMUNICATION
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
ST-001-2017-10-0
Oct 11, 2017
354000 EQUIPMENT:MECHANICAL
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
ST-001-2017-10-0
Oct 11, 2017
355200 EQUIPMENT:OTHER:OWNERS/SERVICE/OTHER MANUAL
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
PB77-017-2017-06
Jun 28, 2017
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.
SMB00-325-2017-0
Jun 8, 2017
355200 EQUIPMENT:OTHER:OWNERS/SERVICE/OTHER MANUAL
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
PB77-017.1
May 24, 2017
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.
PB77-006
May 19, 2017
350000 EQUIPMENT
Winter Wheel Applications including rim sizes, steel wheel parts numbers and wheel cover part numbers
PB77-006
May 19, 2017
200000 WHEELS
Winter Wheel Applications including rim sizes, steel wheel parts numbers and wheel cover part numbers
SMB88-001A
May 17, 2017
150000 SEAT BELTS
This bulletin is a service manager bulletin. Seat Belt Extender.
PB77-017
May 17, 2017
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.
SMB00-006-2017-0
May 11, 2017
350000 EQUIPMENT
Software Installation Policy changes.
SMB00-006-2017-0
May 11, 2017
110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
Software Installation Policy changes.
SMB00-071-2017-0
May 10, 2017
350000 EQUIPMENT
Descripition of Goodwill Policy and Guidelines.
SMB00-071-2017-0
May 10, 2017
110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
Descripition of Goodwill Policy and Guidelines.
TJ19245.1.10-201
Mar 18, 2017
010000 STEERING
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
ST-160-2017-02-2
Mar 3, 2017
350000 EQUIPMENT
Dice Tool bulletin explaining the offer.
ST-001-2017-02-2
Mar 3, 2017
350000 EQUIPMENT
Mandatory Special Tool List
ST-111A-2017-02-
Feb 28, 2017
110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
MIDTRONICS PSC-550S and PSC-700 VEHICLE POWER SUPPLY information
SMB00-003-2017-0
Feb 3, 2017
350000 EQUIPMENT
This is a Service Manager Bulletin: Service Scheduling system enhancements. Improving Service Action/Recall scheduling.
SMB00-199-2017-0
Jan 14, 2017
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
PB77-017-2016-12
Dec 21, 2016
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.
PB77-017-2016-12
Dec 21, 2016
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.
PB77-017-2016-12
Dec 9, 2016
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.
PB77-017-2016-12
Dec 9, 2016
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.
SPJ3176020
Jul 15, 2016
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
SMB00-325
Jun 21, 2016
350000 EQUIPMENT
*No Description
SMB-00-353
Jun 17, 2016
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
SMB88-001A
Jun 3, 2016
356000 EQUIPMENT ADAPTIVE/MOBILITY
Seat Belt Extender
SMB88-001A
Jun 3, 2016
150000 SEAT BELTS
Seat Belt Extender
PB77-006
May 23, 2016
201000 WHEELS:RIM
Winter Wheel Applications including rim sizes, steel wheel parts numbers and wheel cover part numbers
PB77-006
May 23, 2016
200000 WHEELS
Winter Wheel Applications including rim sizes, steel wheel parts numbers and wheel cover part numbers
GRP87/930
Mar 1, 1993
138800 VISIBILITY:DEFROSTER/DEFOGGER/HVAC SYSTEM:FAN/MOTOR
REPLACEMENT OF BLOWER MOTOR. *TW
GRP87/729
Jan 1, 1993
138800 VISIBILITY:DEFROSTER/DEFOGGER/HVAC SYSTEM:FAN/MOTOR
NEW FAN HOUSING MODIFICATION FOR EARLIER TYPE BLOWER MOTOR. *TW
NHTSA Safety Investigations, VOLVO 740
Investigations opened by NHTSA into potential safety defects. These are separate from recalls and may or may not result in a recall.
PE96019
Opened: Mar 4, 1996 , Closed: May 21, 1996
BATTERY CABLE SHORT
BATTERY CABLES MAY SUFFER INSULATION DAMAGE THAT COULD RESULT IN A ENGINE COMPARTMENT FIRE.
VOLVO 740 - All Years Overview
Complete safety history for the VOLVO 740 across all model years (1985, 1991).
16
Total Recalls
199
Total Complaints
1
Investigations
38
Reported Crashes
42
Reported Fires
0
Reported Deaths
VOLVO 740 - Year by Year
Compare recalls and complaints across model years. Click any year to see full details.