1992 Volvo 740
YV1FW871XN2353728
Vehicle history report for the 1992 Volvo 740 (VIN YV1FW871XN2353728). Wagon, 2.3L 4-cyl, gasoline. Title: Clean. 183,553 mi reported. Registered in Ca. No open recalls. Unlock full title, salvage, lien & accident history.
At a glance
Vehicle identity & specifications
Full vehicle history report
What a full report checks for VIN YV1FW871XN2353728
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Safety recalls None found
No open NHTSA recall campaigns were found for this 1992 volvo 740.
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Common problems & what to inspect
Based on 8 owner complaints filed with NHTSA for the 1992 Volvo 740, here are the most-reported problem areas — and exactly what to check before you buy.
💥 2 involved a crash 🔥 2 involved a fire 🚑 1 reported injury
🔍 Check that every belt latches, retracts and locks under a sharp tug, and that none are frayed.
🔍 Test cruise control and throttle response, and watch for any hesitation or unintended acceleration.
🔍 Drive through every gear: watch for slipping, hard or delayed shifts, and shudder. Check for transmission/driveline leaks and noises.
🔍 Test every electrical feature: windows, locks, infotainment, charging and all lights. Watch for flickering, dead accessories or warning lights.
🔍 Check coolant level and color, look for leaks, and confirm the engine reaches normal temperature without overheating.
🔍 Sniff for fuel odor, check for leaks, hard starts or stalling, and confirm the fuel gauge reads correctly.
Pre-purchase checklist
- Match the VIN on the dash, door jamb and title — they must be identical.
- Cold-start the engine; listen for knocks and check for blue or white exhaust smoke.
- Test-drive through all gears at low and highway speed — no slipping, shudder or pulling.
- Confirm every warning light clears at startup (none should stay on).
- Check fluids — oil, coolant, transmission — for level, color and leaks.
- Look underneath for rust, fresh undercoating or signs of collision repair.
- Always get an independent pre-purchase inspection from a trusted mechanic.
Owner complaints 8
Complaints filed with NHTSA by owners of the 1992 Volvo 740.
SEAT BELTS
NO SUMMARY LISTED FOR ABOVE VEHICLE. *AK
NHTSA ODI #733996POWER TRAIN
GEAR SHIFT ON THE AUTOMATIC SPEED CONTROL CAUGHT ON FIRE. CONSUMER WAS DRIVING VEHICLE AND WITHOUT WARNING THE GEARSHIFT CAUGHT ON FIRE. PLEASE ADDITIONAL INFORMATION. *AK
Fire · NHTSA ODI #867064SEAT BELTS
THE CAR SEAT FELL COMPLETELY OVER ON ITS SIDE, AFTER MAKING A TURN. POSSIBLE DESIGN FLAW OF THE REAR SEAT BELT WHICH DID NOT SECURE PROPERLY. *YC
NHTSA ODI #546562ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
IGNITION KEY CAN BE REMOVED FROM THE IGNITION WHILE CAR IS IN DRIVE. THERE IS NO PARKING LOCK WHICH ALLOWS THE CAR TO BE PARKED WITHOUT PUTTING THE CAR IN PARK, AND ALLOWS THE CAR TO ROLL. DEALER CONTACTED, AND STATED THAT THIS MODEL DOES NOT HAVE A PARKING LOCK. *AK
NHTSA ODI #828947ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
SHORT BLOCK IS DEFECTIVE, HAD TO REPLACE ENGINE. TT
NHTSA ODI #967527VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL
SUDDEN ACCELERATION, CAUSING ACCIDENT. *TW
Crash · NHTSA ODI #481899VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL
SUDDEN ACCELERATION, CAUSING LOSS OF CONTROL/ACCIDENT/INJURY. *AW
Crash · 1 injured · NHTSA ODI #481187FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE
VEHICLE WAS PARKED FOR PERIOD OF 10 MINUTES, GAS TANK CAUGHT FIRE AIR BURNED. TT
Fire · NHTSA ODI #959095
