1990 VOLVO 780

2 recalls, 1 complaints - 95 TSBs

97V166000 Sep 22, 1997
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:WIRING
Defect Description
VEHICLE DESCRIPTION: PASSENGER VEHICLES. DUE TO LIMITED SPACE AND VARIATIONS IN THE ASSEMBLY OF THE CABLES, CHAFING OF THE INSULATION OF THE CABLES FEEDING THE SEAT HEATER, POWER SEAT MOTORS AND SEAT BELT WARNING INDICATOR SITUATED UNDER THE FRONT SEAT, CAN OCCUR.
Consequence
THIS CHAFING CAN LEAD TO A LOW OHM SHORT CIRCUIT.
Remedy
DEALERS WILL INSPECT THE CABLE HARNESSES AND, IF NECESSARY, CORRECT OR REPLACE THESE CABLES.
9,684 vehicles affected
Manufacturer: VOLVO CARS OF NA, INC.
91V010000 Jan 8, 1991
FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE:DELIVERY:FUEL PUMP
Defect Description
IF CONDITIONS OF HIGH AMBIENT TEMPERATURE, OVERFILLING OF THE FUEL TANK, AND INSUFFICIENT TORQUE ON THE SENDING UNIT LOCK RING EXIST SIMULTANEOUSLY, FUEL SEEPAGE MAY OCCUR FROM THE TOP OF THE TANK.
Consequence
FUEL SEEPAGE COULD RESULT IN FIRE IN THE PRESENCE OF ANIGNITION SOURCE.
Remedy
RETORQUE SENDING UNIT LOCK RING; REPLACE LOCK RING GASKET IF FUEL SEEPAGE IS DETECTED. NOTE: THE ONLY 940 MODEL SUBJECT TO THIS RECALL IS THE 940SE.
19,286 vehicles affected
Manufacturer: VOLVO OF AMERICA CORP.

Complaint Statistics

1 total complaints 1 fires

Top Reported Components

ComponentComplaints
SEATS:FRONT ASSEMBLY:SEAT HEATER/COOLER1
SEATS:FRONT ASSEMBLY:SEAT HEATER/COOLER Mar 2, 1998
Incident date: Dec 12, 1997
SEAT HEATER SHORTED OUT, CAUSING FIRE .
Fire

EPA Fuel Economy, 1990 VOLVO 780

Trim / Engine City MPG Highway MPG Combined MPG Fuel Type Annual Fuel Cost
2.3L 4-cyl, Automatic 4-spd (Rear-Wheel Drive) 16.0 20.0 18.0 Regular $3,400
2.8L 6-cyl, Automatic 4-spd (Rear-Wheel Drive) 15.0 19.0 17.0 Regular $3,600

CO2 Emissions: -1.0 g/mile (Compact Cars)

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

Technical Service Bulletins, 1990 VOLVO 780

95 manufacturer communications from 54 unique bulletins. TSBs describe known problems and recommended fixes from the manufacturer.

Most Affected Components

ComponentBulletins
350000 EQUIPMENT26
355200 EQUIPMENT:OTHER:OWNERS/SERVICE/OTHER MANUAL17
110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM10
356000 EQUIPMENT ADAPTIVE/MOBILITY9
200000 WHEELS9
150000 SEAT BELTS5
118000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:SOFTWARE5
138800 VISIBILITY:DEFROSTER/DEFOGGER/HVAC SYSTEM:FAN/MOTOR2
356EN01 Feb 9, 2022
350000 EQUIPMENT
VIDA QR Scanner Mobile App
Service Manager Feb 3, 2022
350000 EQUIPMENT
Shipping and Handling of Volvo Lithium-ion 48V Mild Hybrid Battery to Global Battery Solutions (GBS)
Service Manager Feb 3, 2022
110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
Shipping and Handling of Volvo Lithium-ion 48V Mild Hybrid Battery to Global Battery Solutions (GBS)
ST-001-2020-09-1 Sep 18, 2020
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-001-2020-09-1 Sep 18, 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
ST-001-2020-06-2 Jul 2, 2020
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-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 Nov 19, 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
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 Nov 9, 2019
110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
Software Installation Policy changes.
SMB00-438-2019-1 Nov 9, 2019
350000 EQUIPMENT
This is a Service Manager Bulletin: Technician Skillset Requirments
ST-001-2019-10-1 Oct 17, 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
SMB00 438 2019-0 Aug 23, 2019
355200 EQUIPMENT:OTHER:OWNERS/SERVICE/OTHER MANUAL
This is a Service Manager Bulletin: Technician Skillset Requirments
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 Aug 12, 2019
118000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:SOFTWARE
Software Installation Policy changes.
SPJ34864 2 0-201 Jun 5, 2019
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 May 7, 2019
200000 WHEELS
Winter Wheel Applications including rim sizes, steel wheel parts numbers and wheel cover part numbers
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
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
PB00-013-2019-02 Feb 14, 2019
355200 EQUIPMENT:OTHER:OWNERS/SERVICE/OTHER MANUAL
This is a Parts Bulletin: Hazmat Return Transportation Documentation and requirements
PB77-006-2019-02 Feb 14, 2019
200000 WHEELS
Winter Wheel Applications including rim sizes, steel wheel parts numbers and wheel cover part numbers
PB77-006-2019-02 Feb 14, 2019
355200 EQUIPMENT:OTHER:OWNERS/SERVICE/OTHER MANUAL
Winter Wheel Applications including rim sizes, steel wheel parts numbers and wheel cover part numbers
SMB00-437-2019-0 Feb 13, 2019
356000 EQUIPMENT ADAPTIVE/MOBILITY
This is a Service Manager Bulletin: Volvo Special Tool Warranty Coverage and Claims Process
SMB00-437-2019-0 Feb 13, 2019
350000 EQUIPMENT
This is a Service Manager Bulletin: Volvo Special Tool Warranty Coverage and Claims Process
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
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.
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
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.
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.
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
PB77-006 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
110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
Descripition of Goodwill Policy and Guidelines.
SMB00-071-2017-0 May 10, 2017
350000 EQUIPMENT
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
880006 Aug 19, 1998
140000 AIR BAGS
MODIFYING THE AIRBAG SENSOR. *YC
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 780

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

AQ18005 Opened: Oct 22, 2018 , Closed: Aug 4, 2023
AQ, Closed , Model Year: 2011
Discrepancies in Required CFR Reporting
On October 22, 2018, an Audit Query (AQ18-005) was opened to assess the completeness and timeliness of Volvo Group's early warning reporting, safety recalls, and communications submissions to the agency.NHTSA's investigation determined that Volvo Group failed to recall vehicles in a timely fashion a... Read more
EA05021 Opened: Dec 6, 2005 , Closed: Dec 12, 2006
EA, Closed , Model Year: 1999
THROTTLE CONTROL MALFUNCTION
ON NOVEMBER 14, 2006 VOLVO SUBMITTED A DEFECT INFORMATION REPORT TO NHTSA CONCERNING ETM FAILURES IN MODEL YEAR (MY) 1999 THROUGH 2001 VOLVO MODELS (NOT INCLUDING THE S40 AND V40), MY 2002 S60 AND V70 WITH NATURALLY ASPIRATED ENGINES AND MY 2002 V70S.ACCORDING TO VOLVO, ?A COMBINATION OF THROTTLE PO... Read more

VOLVO 780 - All Years Overview

Complete safety history for the VOLVO 780 across all model years (1987, 1991).

7 Total Recalls
40 Total Complaints
2 Investigations
6 Reported Crashes
2 Reported Fires
0 Reported Deaths

VOLVO 780 - Year by Year

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

Year Recalls Complaints
2016 0 2 View
2010 0 1 View
2009 0 5 View
2006 0 4 View
2005 0 1 View
2004 0 10 View
1999 0 1 View
1991 1 3 View
1990 (current) 2 1
1989 2 4 View
1988 1 5 View
1987 1 2 View

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VN 125 150 View
S60 122 1,657 View
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XC90 113 2,165 View
V70 92 1,181 View