MYRModel Year Report

1987 Volvo 760

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1987 Volvo 760
RENDERED 2026-11-01T13:35:16.326Z

Only 12 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 12 complaints on file — too few for a fair verdict. The data below is complete but unranked.

How is this computed?

Complaints
12

Too few to rank

Recalls
2

Campaigns on file for 1987

Investigations
0

None on file

Top problem
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Not enough data

Complaints per year

1985: 2 complaints 1985 1986: 5 complaints 1987: 12 complaints 1987 12 1988: 8 complaints 1989: 13 complaints 1989 1990: 14 complaints 1991: 0 complaints 1991 1992: 0 complaints 1993: 0 complaints 1993
1985: 2 complaints 1985 1986: 5 complaints 1986 1987: 12 complaints 1987 12 1988: 8 complaints 1988 1989: 13 complaints 1989 1990: 14 complaints 1990 1991: 0 complaints 1991 1992: 0 complaints 1992 1993: 0 complaints 1993
1985: 2 complaints 1985 1986: 5 complaints 1986 1987: 12 complaints 1987 12 1988: 8 complaints 1988 1989: 13 complaints 1989 1990: 14 complaints 1990 1991: 0 complaints 1991 1992: 0 complaints 1992 1993: 0 complaints 1993

1987: 12 complaints

View as data table
YearComplaints
19830
19852
19865
198712
19888
198913
199014
19910
19920
19930

Known problem areas

Only 12 complaints on file for this model year — too few to rank by share. Raw counts only, below.

Electrical system

4 of 12 total reports mention: electrical system, most commonly citing front underhood and ignition.

Engine and engine cooling

3 of 12 total reports mention: engine and engine cooling, most commonly citing gasoline and engine.

CRASHINJURY
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813-921-7447/cara: idler arm stuck causing engine to suddenly accelerate while shifting from park to reverse. Tt

NHTSA ODI report, 1995-03-03

Vehicle speed control

2 of 12 total reports mention: vehicle speed control.

CRASHINJURY
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When putting the car in reverse and the foot on the brake, the car went out of control and hit 4 other cars. Please describe.

NHTSA ODI report, 1996-04-11

Suspension

1 of 12 total reports mentions: suspension.

Seats

1 of 12 total reports mentions: seats, most commonly citing seat heater/cooler.

FIREINJURY

Safety timeline

2 recalls · 0 investigations · oldest first

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  1. R
    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.

    Check if this car was fixed →

  2. R
    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.

    Check if this car was fixed →

Buy-smart checklist

1987 Volvo 760 — pre-purchase inspection

Inspect

  • Electrical system: 4 reports on file for this year.
  • Engine and engine cooling: 3 reports on file for this year.
  • Vehicle speed control: 2 reports on file for this year.

Verify these recalls were completed

  • Recall 87V064000 · Electrical system
  • Recall 91V075000 · Seat belts
Inspected by ______________ Date ______________

FAQ

Is the 1987 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 1987 Volvo 760?
The most-reported component is electrical system, accounting for 33% of complaints on file.
How many recalls does the 1987 Volvo 760 have?
2 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.