1986 Volvo 760
Only 5 complaints on file — too few for a fair verdict.
This verdict reflects complaint volume compared to this model's typical year. Recalls and safety issues below apply regardless of the verdict — always check them.
Only 5 complaints on file — too few for a fair verdict. The data below is complete but unranked.
- Complaints
- 5
- Recalls
- 3
- Investigations
- 0
- Top problem
- —
Too few to rank
Campaigns on file for 1986
None on file
Not enough data
Complaints per year
1986: 5 complaints
View as data table
| Year | Complaints |
|---|---|
| 1983 | 0 |
| 1985 | 2 |
| 1986 | 5 |
| 1987 | 12 |
| 1988 | 8 |
| 1989 | 13 |
| 1990 | 14 |
| 1991 | 0 |
| 1992 | 0 |
| 1993 | 0 |
Known problem areas
Only 5 complaints on file for this model year — too few to rank by share. Raw counts only, below.
Electrical system
3 of 5 total reports mention: electrical system, most commonly citing interior/under dash and fuses and circuit breakers.
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Dashboard melted, and windshield cracked center console, and the seats were burned. The fire started some where by the fuses.
NHTSA ODI report, 1999-08-04
Interior fuses caught on fire while driving, forcing immediate evacuation and total destruction of car. This same failure has happend to other owners.
NHTSA ODI report, 1999-07-16
Tires
1 of 5 total reports mentions: tires, most commonly citing sidewall.
Seat belts
1 of 5 total reports mentions: seat belts, most commonly citing anchorage.
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Evenflo child safety seat able to be moved from side to side after being secured in place due to design of vehicles seat belt.
NHTSA ODI report, 1996-06-19
Safety timeline
3 recalls · 0 investigations · oldest first
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1986-07-08Latches/locks/linkages86V083000 The tailgate child lock can be opened from inside when the child lock is engaged. The feature to prevent the tailgate from being operated from the inside of the station wagon may not…
Remedy: Replace tailgate latches.
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1987-06-08Electrical system87V064000 Engine wiring harness could chafe against an air conditioning pipe.
Remedy: Relocate wiring harness and secure with a new bracket and clamp.
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1991-05-13Seat belts91V075000 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…
Remedy: Install labels to instruct the user in proper safety belt routing; also replace safety belt buckles.
Buy-smart checklist
1986 Volvo 760 — pre-purchase inspection
Inspect
- Electrical system: 3 reports on file for this year.
- Tires: 1 report on file for this year.
- Seat belts: 1 report on file for this year.
Verify these recalls were completed
- Recall 86V083000 · Latches/locks/linkages
- Recall 87V064000 · Electrical system
- Recall 91V075000 · Seat belts
FAQ
- Is the 1986 Volvo 760 reliable?
- There isn't enough NHTSA complaint data on file yet to give this model year a verdict.
- What are the most common problems with the 1986 Volvo 760?
- The most-reported component is electrical system, accounting for 60% of complaints on file.
- How many recalls does the 1986 Volvo 760 have?
- 3 recalls on file for this model year.
Data updated 2026-11-01 · Complaints are unverified owner reports filed with NHTSA, not independently verified defects. Methodology.