2
recalls
The Volvo 744 has 2 recalls covering 119,314 vehicles as reported; model year 1988 is covered by the most (2).
Updated Oct 11, 2026 · recalls to Oct 6, 2026
Recalls
2
Most for 1988: 2
Units affected
119K
As reported
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Complaints, 12 mo
0
To Sep 2026
Do-not-drive
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None
By model year
Which model years are covered by the most recalls, and which get the most complaints
Recalls by model year
How many recalls cover each model year. Hover a year for the count.
Parts recalled
Recalls of the Volvo 744 by component
- Electrical system1 · 49K units
- Power train1 · 70K units
Volvo 744 recalls
Newest first
| Date | Recall | Hazard | Units |
|---|---|---|---|
| May 14, 1996 | Volvo 744, 745 (1988-1989): Electrical systemNo. 96V085000 | Poisoning | 49,397 |
| Oct 18, 1988 | Volvo 704, 744, 745 (1985-1988): Power trainNo. 88V166000 | Other or not stated | 69,917 |
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Questions and answers
Is the 1989 Volvo 744 recalled?
Yes: 1 recall covers the 1989 Volvo 744. 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 744 have?
2 recalls cover the Volvo 744, for 119,314 vehicles as reported. The most common problem is electrical system (1 recalls).
What do owners complain about most on the Volvo 744?
Electrical system: named in 2 of the 5 safety complaints about the Volvo 744, then unknown or other (2). One complaint can name several components.
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.