Micro processor in control units of cruise control system can be affected by a short duration voltage drop.
1975-1991 · 9 model years
Volvo 244 Problems by year
Owners have filed 4 complaints about the Volvo 244 across 9 model years, and it has 11 recalls. The 1977 has the most complaints once its age is allowed for (1), while 1983, 1991 have far fewer than a typical year. The most reported problem area is the airbags, followed by the electrical system.
- Complaints
- 4
- Recalls
- 11
- Crashes
- 1
- Fires
- 0
- Injuries
- 1
- Deaths
- 0
244 complaints by model year
Highlighted: the year with the most complaints for its age. Older vehicles have had more time to collect complaints - the Safety Index grade allows for that.
Most common 244 problems
Volvo 244 recalls 11
On the involved vehicles, there is the possibility that fuel wetting in the drain plug area of the fuel tank could exist. This is caused by a possible soldering inconsistency at the drain plug flange of the fuel tank or an inconsistency of fitting between the...
The involved vehicles contain a potentially defective pressure control valve in the evaporative emission control system which, through excess pressure over extended periods, could cause metal fatigue and eventually fuel vapors to be emitted into the...
Under adverse conditions of high ambient temperatures, pressures and fuel volatility, fuel may surge when the fuel filler cap is removed in a certain manner. Under these same conditions the involved vehicles may develop vapor lock.
The rear wheel bearings on the involved vehicles, may have received an inadequate amount of lubrication. This condition would initially cause the roller bearings to develop a rumbling noise.
The involved vehicles are in non-compliance with federal motor vehicle safety standard no. 124, "Accelerator control systems". The throttle cable plastic sleeve on these vehicles, which is attached to the firewall, could break at the groove for the retaining...
Latest 244 complaints
UNIVERSAL JOINT FAILURE. *AK
Cracked/frayed wiring harness caused a short, resulting in a burned engine. *Ak
Shoulder belt released during the accident, resulting in injuries. *Ak
THE AIR BAG LIGHTS COME ON THE VEHICLE. *AK
Questions about the Volvo 244
Which Volvo 244 years have the most problems?
Which Volvo 244 years have the fewest complaints?
What are the most common Volvo 244 problems?
Across every model year, owners report problems with the airbags (1), electrical system (1), seats & seat belts (1) most often.
How many recalls does the Volvo 244 have?
NHTSA lists 11 recalls across all Volvo 244 model years. Each year's page lists the recalls for that year; check your own vehicle by VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls to see whether the repair has been done.
Source: U.S. National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) complaints and recalls, checked daily. Complaints are owners' own reports and are not verified. How we use the data