Model year guide

1986 Volvo 240 GL

Recalls, most-reported problems, crash-test ratings, fuel economy and what a 1986 Volvo 240 GL is worth — from official NHTSA and EPA data. 2 on record.

1986 Volvo 240 GL — representative photo
Representative photo

1986 Volvo 240 GL at a glance

Safety recallsNone

Included: that car's specs and build sheet, model-year recall campaigns and a fair price.

1986 Volvo 240 GL recalls 0

No NHTSA safety-recall campaigns are on record for the 1986 Volvo 240 GL.

Source: U.S. NHTSA, checked 4 Nov 2026. A campaign covers the model year; to see whether a particular car still needs the repair, check its VIN on NHTSA.gov or ask a franchised dealer.

Dimensions & weight

Length
189.8–190.6 in
Width
67.3 in
Height
56.3–57.5 in
Wheelbase
104.3 in
Curb weight
2,956–3,049 lb

Manufacturer-reported figures for the 1986 Volvo 240 GL — ranges cover the 2 body / drivetrain versions on record. Source: Transport Canada vehicle specifications via NHTSA.

1986 Volvo 240 GL vehicles on record

1986 Volvo 240 GL 1986 Volvo 240 GLYV1245773G1694812 1986 Volvo 240 GL 1986 Volvo 240 GLYV1245813G1704113

Other Volvo 240 GL model years

1991 1990 1987 1982

1986 Volvo 240 GL — frequently asked questions

Does the 1986 Volvo 240 GL have any safety recalls?

NHTSA lists no safety-recall campaigns for the 1986 Volvo 240 GL. Whether an individual car still needs a recall repair depends on its VIN — check it on NHTSA.gov or ask a franchised dealer. Recall repairs are done at no charge.

Sources: NHTSA (recalls, complaints, crash tests), U.S. EPA (fuel economy). Vehicle data only — CarLogs never shows owner information.