- The problem
- 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 atmosphere through hairline cracks in the fuel tank.
- The fix
- Dealer will inspect the tank and make replacements, if necessary. The valve will be replaced to correct the emission and safety-related problems. Certain vehicles will require installation of a filler inlet fuel trap and a feeder pump to eliminate the possibility of fuel surge and vapor lock.
Vehicle safety record
1976 Volvo 265 Problems, complaints & recalls
No owner complaints about the 1976 Volvo 265 have been filed with NHTSA. It is covered by 5 recalls, the latest in February 1979 for the tank assembly.
NHTSA data checked
FFar more problems than a typical 265 year, for its age
- Complaints
- 0
- Recalls
- 5
- Crashes
- 0
- Fires
- 0
- Injuries
- 0
- Deaths
- 0
1976 Volvo 265 recalls 5
Recall repairs are free. Your dealer fixes them whether or not you bought the car there - check your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls to see if yours is done. What to do
- The problem
- 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 fix
- The dealer will install a baffle in the fuel filler neck to prevent fuel surge and install a new pressure control valve, which will bring about a lower vent pressure. This will be done at no cost to owner.
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Volvo 265: every year compared
All 265 years1976 Volvo 265 vs rivals
| Vehicle | Complaints | Recalls | Grade | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1976 Volvo 265 | 0 | 5 | F | |
| 1976 Volvo 240 | 1 | 0 | A | Compare |
More sales usually means more complaints, so compare similar vehicles of the same year. The grade compares each vehicle with its own model's other years.
Questions about the 1976 Volvo 265
Does the 1976 Volvo 265 have any recalls?
Yes - NHTSA lists 5 recalls for the 1976 Volvo 265: tank assembly (February 1979); filler pipe and cap (January 1979); rack (July 1976); lower ball joint (July 1976) and more. Recall repairs are free at any authorized dealer. Enter your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls to see whether yours has been fixed.
How many complaints has the 1976 Volvo 265 had?
None have been filed with NHTSA so far.
Is the 1976 Volvo 265 a reliable vehicle?
Its Safety Index is 8 out of 100 (grade F: far more problems than a typical Volvo 265 year, for its age). The index weighs complaints, crashes, fires, injuries, deaths and recalls against how long the vehicle has been on the road, compared with the same model's other years. It is not a measure of every repair - read the complaints and owner experiences, and have any used vehicle inspected before you buy.
What should I do if my 1976 Volvo 265 has a problem?
If it is a safety problem, stop driving it if it is unsafe and contact your dealer. Report it to NHTSA at nhtsa.gov/report-a-safety-problem - enough reports start investigations and recalls - and share your experience here so other owners know what to look for.
Source: U.S. National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) complaints and recalls, checked . Complaints are owners' own reports and are not verified. How we use the data