Model year guide

1982 Volvo 240

Recalls, most-reported problems, crash-test ratings, fuel economy and what a 1982 Volvo 240 is worth — from official NHTSA and EPA data. 3 on record.

1982 Volvo 240 — representative photo
Representative photo

1982 Volvo 240 at a glance

Safety recallsNone
Owner complaints2

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

1982 Volvo 240 recalls 0

No NHTSA safety-recall campaigns are on record for the 1982 Volvo 240.

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.

1982 Volvo 240 common problems

The most-reported problem areas across all 2 owner complaints filed with NHTSA — and what to check before you buy.

Structure
Inspect for rust, fresh undercoating, mismatched paint, uneven panel gaps and any sign of prior collision or frame repair.
Tires
Check tread depth, the DOT age date, and that all four tires match with even wear. Look for bulges or cracks.

1982 Volvo 240 vehicles on record

1982 Volvo 240 1982 Volvo 240YV1244811C1704475 1982 Volvo 240 1982 Volvo 240YV1244772C2730163 1982 Volvo 240 1982 Volvo 240YV1244772C2750604

Other Volvo 240 model years

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1982 Volvo 240 — frequently asked questions

Does the 1982 Volvo 240 have any safety recalls?

NHTSA lists no safety-recall campaigns for the 1982 Volvo 240. 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.

What are the most common problems with the 1982 Volvo 240?

Across all 2 owner complaints filed with NHTSA, the most-reported problem areas are structure, tires.

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