10
recalls
The Volvo 142 has 10 recalls covering 242,220 vehicles as reported; model year 1974 is covered by the most (3).
Updated Oct 11, 2026 · recalls to Oct 6, 2026
Recalls
10
Most for 1974: 3
Units affected
242K
As reported
Overall stars
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Not rated
Complaints, 12 mo
0
To Sep 2026
Do-not-drive
0
None
By model year
Which model years are covered by the most recalls, and which get the most complaints
Recalls by model year
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Parts recalled
Recalls of the Volvo 142 by component
- Vehicle speed control3 · 38K units
- Fuel system, gasoline2 · 133K units
- Seat belts2 · 44K units
- Engine and engine cooling1 · 17K units
- Steering1 · 11K units
- Suspension1 · 431 units
Volvo 142 recalls
Newest first
| Date | Recall | Hazard | Units |
|---|---|---|---|
| May 30, 1979 | Volvo 142, 144, 145, 164 and 3 more (1974-1975): Fuel system, gasolineNo. 79V132000 | Other or not stated | 121,000 |
| Jun 25, 1974 | Volvo 142, 144, 145 (1973-1974): Vehicle speed controlNo. 74V104000 | Other or not stated | 17,253 |
| May 21, 1974 | Volvo 142, 144, 145, 164 (1974): Seat beltsNo. 74V079000 | Other or not stated | 36,233 |
| Aug 6, 1973 | Volvo 142, 144, 145 (1973): Fuel system, gasolineNo. 73V163000 | Other or not stated | 12,000 |
| Dec 8, 1972 | Volvo 142, 144, 145, 165 (1973): SteeringNo. 72V300000 | Other or not stated | 10,500 |
| Aug 24, 1971 | Volvo 142, 1800 (1971): Vehicle speed controlNo. 71V145000 | Other or not stated | 4,403 |
| Aug 18, 1971 | Volvo 142, 144, 145, 164 (1971): Seat beltsNo. 71V138000 | Other or not stated | 7,400 |
| May 6, 1970 | Volvo 142, 144, 145 (1970): Engine and engine coolingNo. 70V044000 | Other or not stated | 17,000 |
| Apr 8, 1970 | Volvo 142, 144, 145 (1970): SuspensionNo. 70V035000 | Other or not stated | 431 |
| Sep 30, 1969 | Volvo 142, 144, 145, 164 and 1 more (1969): Vehicle speed controlNo. 69V133000 | Other or not stated | 16,000 |
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Questions and answers
Is the 1975 Volvo 142 recalled?
Yes: 1 recall covers the 1975 Volvo 142. Check the recall pages below for what is wrong and the free fix; a dealer can tell if a single vehicle still needs the repair.
How many recalls does the Volvo 142 have?
10 recalls cover the Volvo 142, for 242,220 vehicles as reported. The most common problem is vehicle speed control (3 recalls).
A recall means the maker found a safety problem and offers a free fix; it does not mean every unit has the problem. Units affected are as reported by the company. Popular models sell more and so have more recalls and complaints. Official public data, updated daily. Models are written as published, so a few versions of one model can be listed under slightly different names.