MYRModel Year Report

1988 Volvo 760

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1988 Volvo 760
RENDERED 2026-08-02T14:08:12.151Z

Only 8 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 8 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, 1988 highlighted. 1983: 0 complaints 1983 1985: 2 complaints 1986: 5 complaints 1986 1987: 12 complaints 1988: 8 complaints 1988 1989: 13 complaints 1990: 14 complaints 1990 1991: 0 complaints 1992: 0 complaints 1992 1993: 0 complaints 1993
1988: 8 complaints
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YearComplaints
19830
19852
19865
198712
19888
198913
199014
19910
19920
19930

KNOWN PROBLEM AREAS

Only 8 complaints on file for this model year -- too few to rank by share. Raw counts only, below.

AIR BAGS

4 of 8 total reports mention: air bags.

INJURY
SEAT BELTS

1 of 8 total reports mentions: seat belts.

INJURY
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SEAT BELT DISCONNECTED DURING ACCIDENT, RESULTING IN INJURY. *SKD

NHTSA ODI report, 19950216

POWER TRAIN

1 of 8 total reports mentions: power train.

CRASH
FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE

1 of 8 total reports mentions: fuel system, gasoline.

FIRE
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WHILE DRIVING ON THE STREET AT APPROXIMATELY 30 MPH, A FIRE DEVELOPED UNDER THE UNDER CARRIAGE NEAR THE FUEL TANK ASSEMBLY. DEALER/MANUFACTURER NOTIFIED. *AK

NHTSA ODI report, 19991223

ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING

1 of 8 total reports mentions: engine and engine cooling.

SAFETY TIMELINE

R 19871223 — exterior lighting

HEADLIGHT SWITCH CONTAINS COMPONENTS WHICH MAY COME LOOSE UPON OPERATION AND CAUSE SHORT CIRCUITS IN THE SWITCH.

Remedy: ALL AFFECTED VEHICLES WILL HAVE THE HEADLIGHT SWITCH REPLACED.

Campaign 87V195000 — 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

1988 Volvo 760 — pre-purchase inspection

  • Test/inspect for air bags issues (4 reports on file for this year).
  • Test/inspect for seat belts issues (1 reports on file for this year).
  • Test/inspect for power train issues (1 reports on file for this year).
  • Verify recall 87V195000 (exterior lighting) has been completed.
  • Verify recall 91V075000 (seat belts) has been completed.
Inspected by ______________ Date ______________

FAQ

Is the 1988 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 1988 Volvo 760?

The most-reported component is air bags, accounting for 50% of complaints on file.

How many recalls does the 1988 Volvo 760 have?

2 recalls on file for this model year.

Data updated 2026-07-11 · Complaints are unverified owner reports filed with NHTSA, not independently verified defects. Methodology.