1998 Volvo 940
Only 2 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 2 complaints on file — too few for a fair verdict. The data below is complete but unranked.
- Complaints
- 2
- Recalls
- 0
- Investigations
- 0
- Top problem
- —
Too few to rank
None on file
None on file
Not enough data
Complaints per year
1998: 2 complaints
View as data table
| Year | Complaints |
|---|---|
| 1990 | 1 |
| 1991 | 11 |
| 1992 | 16 |
| 1993 | 23 |
| 1994 | 43 |
| 1995 | 27 |
| 1997 | 1 |
| 1998 | 2 |
Known problem areas
Only 2 complaints on file for this model year — too few to rank by share. Raw counts only, below.
Tires
1 of 2 total reports mentions: tires, most commonly citing tread/belt.
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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.
NHTSA ODI report, 2007-05-25
Air bags
1 of 2 total reports mentions: air bags, most commonly citing frontal.
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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.…
NHTSA ODI report, 2002-10-15
Safety timeline
No recalls on file for this model year.
0 recalls · 0 investigations · oldest first
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Buy-smart checklist
1998 Volvo 940 — pre-purchase inspection
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- Tires: 1 report on file for this year.
- Air bags: 1 report on file for this year.
FAQ
- Is the 1998 Volvo 940 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 1998 Volvo 940?
- The most-reported component is tires, accounting for 50% of complaints on file.
- How many recalls does the 1998 Volvo 940 have?
- No recalls are on file for this model year.
Data updated 2026-11-01 · Complaints are unverified owner reports filed with NHTSA, not independently verified defects. Methodology.