1989 Volvo 740 vs 1990 Volvo 740
Complaints, recalls, TSBs, investigations and safety ratings side by side, from official federal data. Last verified Aug 7, 2026. Raw complaint counts are not adjusted for sales volume.
| Metric | 1989 Volvo 740 | 1990 Volvo 740 |
|---|---|---|
| NHTSA complaints | 41 | 47 |
| Recall campaigns | 0 | 0 |
| Service bulletins (TSBs) | 66 | 66 |
| Investigations | 1 | 1 |
| Crash reports | 1 | 16 |
| Fire reports | 16 | 5 |
| NCAP overall rating | — | — |
| EPA MPG (combined) | 18–21 | 18–21 |
| Median reported mileage | — | — |
Reported problems side by side
| Component | Volvo 740 | Volvo 740 |
|---|---|---|
| Electrical System | 15 | 7 |
| Engine and Engine Cooling | 12 | 5 |
| Vehicle Speed Control | 2 | 14 |
| Air Bags | 3 | 9 |
| Service Brakes, Hydraulic | 4 | 4 |
| Power Train | 2 | 2 |
| Equipment | 2 | 0 |
| Exterior Lighting | 1 | 1 |
1989 Volvo 740
1990 Volvo 740
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Method. Complaints are unique NHTSA reports. A vehicle that sold more units will naturally accumulate more complaints — use shares and read the underlying reports before drawing conclusions.