MYRModel Year Report

1987 Volvo 760

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1987 Volvo 760
RENDERED 2026-09-17T03:36:43.061Z

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 PER YEAR

Complaints per year, Volvo 760 Bar chart of distinct NHTSA complaints filed per model year, 1987 highlighted. 1985: 2 complaints 1985 1986: 5 complaints 1987: 12 complaints 1987 1988: 8 complaints 1989: 13 complaints 1989 1990: 14 complaints 1991: 0 complaints 1991 1992: 0 complaints 1993: 0 complaints 1993
1987: 12 complaints
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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.

CRASH INJURY
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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, 19950303

VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL

2 of 12 total reports mention: vehicle speed control.

CRASH INJURY
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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. *AK

NHTSA ODI report, 19960411

SUSPENSION

1 of 12 total reports mentions: suspension.

SEATS

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

FIRE INJURY

SAFETY TIMELINE

R 19870608 — electrical system

ENGINE WIRING HARNESS COULD CHAFE AGAINST AN AIR CONDITIONING PIPE.

Remedy: RELOCATE WIRING HARNESS AND SECURE WITH A NEW BRACKET AND CLAMP.

Campaign 87V064000 — check if this car was fixed

R 19910513 — seat belts

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 BU

Remedy: INSTALL LABELS TO INSTRUCT THE USER IN PROPER SAFETY BELT ROUTING; ALSO REPLACE SAFETY BELT BUCKLES.

Campaign 91V075000 — check if this car was fixed

BUY-SMART CHECKLIST

1987 Volvo 760 — pre-purchase inspection

  • Test/inspect for electrical system issues (4 reports on file for this year).
  • Test/inspect for engine and engine cooling issues (3 reports on file for this year).
  • Test/inspect for vehicle speed control issues (2 reports on file for this year).
  • Verify recall 87V064000 (electrical system) has been completed.
  • Verify recall 91V075000 (seat belts) has been completed.
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 2026-09-16 · Complaints are unverified owner reports filed with NHTSA, not independently verified defects. Methodology.