5
recalls
The Volvo 262 has 5 recalls covering 259,640 vehicles as reported; model year 1976 is covered by the most (4).
Updated Oct 11, 2026 · recalls to Oct 6, 2026
Recalls
5
Most for 1976: 4
Units affected
260K
As reported
Overall stars
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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 262 by component
- Fuel system, gasoline2 · 118K units
- Power train1 · 28K units
- Steering1 · 57K units
- Suspension1 · 57K units
Volvo 262 recalls
Newest first
| Date | Recall | Hazard | Units |
|---|---|---|---|
| Feb 13, 1979 | Volvo 242, 244, 245, 262 and 2 more (1975-1977): Fuel system, gasolineNo. 79V048000 | Other or not stated | 61,000 |
| Jan 18, 1979 | Volvo 242, 244, 245, 262 and 2 more (1975-1976): Fuel system, gasolineNo. 79V028000 | Other or not stated | 57,000 |
| Mar 24, 1978 | Volvo 242, 244, 245, 262 and 2 more (1977-1978): Power trainNo. 78V062000 | Other or not stated | 28,000 |
| Jul 15, 1976 | Volvo 242, 244, 245, 262 and 2 more (1975-1976): SteeringNo. 76V107000 | Other or not stated | 56,820 |
| Jul 15, 1976 | Volvo 242, 244, 245, 262 and 2 more (1975-1976): SuspensionNo. 76V106000 | Other or not stated | 56,820 |
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Questions and answers
Is the 1978 Volvo 262 recalled?
Yes: 1 recall covers the 1978 Volvo 262. 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 262 have?
5 recalls cover the Volvo 262, for 259,640 vehicles as reported. The most common problem is fuel system, gasoline (2 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.