- The problem
- Safety belts are designed to be routed under a diagonal cross brace during fastening. The instructional labels for the belt routing are inadequate, and can result in inadvertent release of the belt buckle.
- The risk
- Consequence of defect: safety belt misuse could cause the seat occupant to face greater risk of injury in a sudden stop or vehicle accident if an inadvertent release of the safety belt occurred.
- The fix
- Install labels to instruct the user in proper safety belt routing; also replace safety belt buckles.
Vehicle safety record
1990 Volvo 760 Problems, complaints & recalls
Owners have filed 14 complaints about the 1990 Volvo 760 with NHTSA, most often about the acceleration & cruise control (8) and the transmission & drivetrain (3). Those complaints describe 10 crashes and 5 injuries. It is covered by 2 recalls, the latest in May 1991 for the anchorage. For comparison, the 1989 has 14.
NHTSA data checked
DMore problems than a typical 760 year, for its age
#99 most complained-about 1990 vehicle
- Complaints
- 14
- Recalls
- 2
- Crashes
- 10
- Fires
- 0
- Injuries
- 5
- Deaths
- 0
Most common 1990 Volvo 760 problems
Share of all 14 complaints. One complaint can name more than one area. Tap an area for its complaints and recalls.
1990 Volvo 760 recalls 2
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
- 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.
- The risk
- Fuel seepage could result in fire in the presence of anignition source.
- The fix
- 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.
What owners say
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14 complaints about the 1990 Volvo 760
Newest first, as filed with NHTSA by owners.
On monday night (around midnight) october 10, 2011 I was taking my husband for a routine visit to the hospital for stroke related problems and in normal fashion, I started my car, put my foot on the brake (not the accelerator) and shifted into reverse. Immediately, the car accelerated out of control at a high rate of speed and didn't stop until we were inside my neighbors house, stopped only by the interior wall of his home. We went backwards through his front gate, his exterior wall and ended up completely...
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inside his den/game room. I was not able to stop it with the brakes and there was no explainable reason for the malfunction, but it was bizarre to say the least. There was extensive damage to his home and my car, but luckily no one was killed. My husband was transported to the hospital for neck injuries sustained in the accident and the car is now in a wrecking yard. We bought this particular vehicle because of it's safety rating and well documented maintenance records, but after this problem, I will never own another volvo. Upon research (after the accident) , I discovered numerous complaints of this exact scenario...Engaging in reverse and uncontrollable acceleration occurring. This is a major safety issue, regardless of the age of a vehicle, especially if it has been well maintained. *Kb
When filling the fuel tank fuel spilled out. Recall 91v010000 was issued on this model/make/year; however, this vehicle was not included due to vin. *Ak
The vehicle suddenly accelerated from park to reverse hitting a tree, a curb, and finally stopping in a jacuzzi. Consumer suffered minor injuries. *Jg
While vehicle was in reverse gear ,vehicle suddenly accelerated at a high speed. Resulting in an accident causing injuries to the driver. Please more details. Mr
On brakes, change from park to reverse vehicle accelerated at high speed, brake not seem to stop, stopped by wall and tree. Dt
While driving at10 mph and applying the brakes, pedal went straight to the floorboard, and consumer hit a tree. Upon impact, driver's side air bag did not deploy. *Ak
While pulling out of a parking space, and when consumer put key into ignition and turned switch, vehicle shot forward, hitting another vehicle and knocking vehicle out of the way. Consumer kept steering vehicle around with foot on the brake, and vehicle didn't stop. It kept accelerating and then came to a complete stop. *Ak
Vehicle thrusted forward at an unknown speed, driver was unable to stop vehicle before crashing into another vehicle and applying the emergency brake.
Separation of parking brake pad and shoe while vehicle was in motion at 30-35 mph.
After engaging in reverse, vehicle suddenly accelerated out of control, resulting in accident. *Ak
VEHICLE SURGED TWICE. *DSH
Driver rear ended another vehicle and air bag didn't deploy. Tt
Cruise control activated by itself, it accelerated by itself. Tt
Sudden acceleration, causing loss of control/accident. (Other vehicle on 479611) *skd
Volvo 760: every year compared
All 760 years1990 Volvo 760 vs rivals
| Vehicle | Complaints | Recalls | Grade | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1990 Volvo 760 | 14 | 2 | D | |
| 1990 Volvo 740 | 47 | 2 | F | Compare |
| 1990 Volvo 240 | 20 | 0 | F | Compare |
| 1990 Volvo 745 | 3 | 0 | C | Compare |
| 1990 Volvo DL | 2 | 0 | B | Compare |
| 1990 Volvo 780 | 1 | 2 | D | Compare |
| 1990 Volvo 940 | 1 | 0 | A | Compare |
| 1990 Volvo 960 | 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 1990 Volvo 760
Does the 1990 Volvo 760 have any recalls?
Yes - NHTSA lists 2 recalls for the 1990 Volvo 760: anchorage (May 1991); fuel pump (January 1991). Recall repairs are free at any authorized dealer. Enter your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls to see whether yours has been fixed.
What are the most common problems with the 1990 Volvo 760?
By the complaints owners filed with NHTSA, the most common problem areas are the acceleration & cruise control (8), transmission & drivetrain (3), airbags (2).
How many complaints has the 1990 Volvo 760 had?
14 complaints have been filed with NHTSA, the first on March 28, 1995 and the latest on October 12, 2011. Of these, 10 describe a crash and 0 a fire, and together they report 5 injuries and 0 deaths.
Is the 1990 Volvo 760 a reliable vehicle?
Its Safety Index is 28 out of 100 (grade D: more problems than a typical Volvo 760 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.
Which Volvo 760 years have the most complaints?
1989 (14), 1990 (14), 1987 (12). See every Volvo 760 year compared.
What should I do if my 1990 Volvo 760 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