Michelin tires customer states that the tires are defective and has been replaced many times**nar**cc the consumer stated most of the tires suffered tread separation. The consumer stated michelin has discontinued the tires, which led her to believe they knew there was a problem with the tires. *Jb the consumer stated the flat tire that was repaired was not done properly. The patch was applied without buffing the tire to ensure the reaper would adhere. Updated 06/06/07. *Jb
Vehicle safety record
1998 Volvo 940 Problems, complaints & recalls
Owners have filed 2 complaints about the 1998 Volvo 940 with NHTSA, most often about the airbags (1) and the wheels & tires (1). Those complaints describe 1 crash and 1 injury. There are no recalls for it. For comparison, the 1997 has 1.
NHTSA data checked
AFar fewer problems than a typical 940 year, for its age
#293 most complained-about 1998 vehicle
- Complaints
- 2
- Recalls
- 0
- Crashes
- 1
- Fires
- 0
- Injuries
- 1
- Deaths
- 0
Most common 1998 Volvo 940 problems
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No recalls for the 1998 Volvo 940
NHTSA lists no recalls for the 1998 Volvo 940. Recalls can be announced at any time - this page updates daily.
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2 complaints about the 1998 Volvo 940
Newest first, as filed with NHTSA by owners.
Consumer states that while driving at 5 mph the consumer was hit near the rear of the vehicle the front air bags deployed and the consumer suffered some minor abrasions. Contacted dealer. Mr
Volvo 940: every year compared
All 940 years1998 Volvo 940 vs rivals
| Vehicle | Complaints | Recalls | Grade | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1998 Volvo 940 | 2 | 0 | A | |
| 1998 Volvo 770 | 39 | 0 | C | Compare |
| 1998 Volvo C70 | 7 | 4 | C | Compare |
| 1998 Volvo 660 | 5 | 0 | C | Compare |
| 1998 Volvo 700 | 3 | 0 | F | Compare |
| 1998 Volvo 740 | 2 | 0 | A | Compare |
| 1998 Volvo Acl | 1 | 5 | D | Compare |
| 1998 Volvo C70 Convertible | 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 1998 Volvo 940
Does the 1998 Volvo 940 have any recalls?
NHTSA lists no recalls for the 1998 Volvo 940 right now. Recalls can be announced at any time, and this page checks NHTSA every day. You can also check your exact vehicle by VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.
What are the most common problems with the 1998 Volvo 940?
By the complaints owners filed with NHTSA, the most common problem areas are the airbags (1), wheels & tires (1).
How many complaints has the 1998 Volvo 940 had?
2 complaints have been filed with NHTSA, the first on October 15, 2002 and the latest on May 22, 2007. Of these, 1 describe a crash and 0 a fire, and together they report 1 injury and 0 deaths.
Is the 1998 Volvo 940 a reliable vehicle?
Its Safety Index is 90 out of 100 (grade A: far fewer problems than a typical Volvo 940 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 940 years have the most complaints?
1994 (43), 1995 (27), 1993 (23). See every Volvo 940 year compared.
What should I do if my 1998 Volvo 940 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