There is the possiblility of excessive chafing of the insulation of the positive and negative battery cables.
1985-1993 · 8 model years
Volvo 745 Problems by year
Owners have filed 6 complaints about the Volvo 745 across 8 model years, and it has 3 recalls. The 1989 has the most complaints once its age is allowed for (3). The most reported problem area is the electrical system, followed by the engine & cooling.
- Complaints
- 6
- Recalls
- 3
- Crashes
- 0
- Fires
- 1
- Injuries
- 0
- Deaths
- 0
745 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 745 problems
Volvo 745 recalls 3
The safety belt webbing guide (b-pillar "d" ring) can break under heavy loads.
FRONT DRIVESHAFT FLANGE BOLTS MAY LOOSEN.
Latest 745 complaints
Tl*the contact owns a 1989 volvo 745. Within a month of purchasing the vehicle, the battery drained and the vehicle would not start. The vehicle was taken to a local wal-mart and the battery was replaced with a larger sized battery with higher wattage. The failure continued several times after the replacement. The alternator was tested at several different service stations, but appeared to be fine. The contact stated that the battery needed to be recharged every two to three weeks. The failure mileage was 277,000 and current mileage was 277,250.
Condition exactly as described in recall 96v085000 but volvo claims my vin no is not covered. My vehicle falls within the model and manufacturing dates covered by the recall. My claim for correction of the problem was rejected by [[redacted]] service manager hassel volvo 79 cedar swamp road glen cove, n.Y. 11542 The positive battery cable has several inches of insulation chafed away while the negative cable has completely failed thru chafing. Both problems are at the point...
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where the negative battery cable attaches to the engine. My vehicle - 1989 volvo model 745 station wagon. Manufacture date - march 1989. Vin no. [[redacted]] information redacted pursuant to the freedom of information act (foia), 5 u.S.C. 552(B)(6). *Tr
While parking noticed smoke coming from engine. Opened hood and noticed fire on battery cable. Please provide further information. *Ak
Whiledriving 45-50mph engine stalled out for no reason. Had no warning. Was hard to control power steering or power brakes when this happened. Been to dealership numerous times for this problem but could not fix it. Problem getting worse. Also,windshield wiper pump failed to dispense liquid for windshield after taking vehicle for service. *Ak
The tailgate support strut that holds up the tailgate tore off its upper anchor and extended with enough force to knock cover and break bulb. *Ak
When turn off the car the radio and air conditioner stay on take to the dealer twice for this problem. Tt
Questions about the Volvo 745
Which Volvo 745 years have the most problems?
What are the most common Volvo 745 problems?
Across every model year, owners report problems with the electrical system (3), engine & cooling (1), equipment & accessories (1) most often.
How many recalls does the Volvo 745 have?
NHTSA lists 3 recalls across all Volvo 745 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