Model year guide

1992 Volvo 240

Recalls, most-reported problems, crash-test ratings, fuel economy and what a 1992 Volvo 240 is worth — from official NHTSA and EPA data. 4 on record.

1992 Volvo 240 — representative photo
Representative photo

1992 Volvo 240 at a glance

Safety recallsNone
Combined20–21 mpg

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

1992 Volvo 240 recalls 0

No NHTSA safety-recall campaigns are on record for the 1992 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.

1992 Volvo 240 MPG & running costs

Combined20–21 mpg
City19 mpg
Highway25 mpg
Est. annual fuel cost$3,275
EPA size classCompact Cars
TransmissionAutomatic 4-spd or Manual 5-spd
Passenger volume90 cu ft
Cargo volume14 cu ft
5-yr fuel cost vs average new car$4,375 more

Source: U.S. EPA / DOE fueleconomy.gov. The EPA lists 2 versions of this model year; combined is shown as a range and the other figures are averages.

Estimated 5-year cost to own

A rough guide to what running a 1992 Volvo 240 costs over five years and 75,000 miles.

Fuel (5 yrs)$16,375
Fuel only$16,375
Per mile$0.22

How this is estimated: fuel is the U.S. EPA annual cost at 15,000 miles a year. There aren't enough comparable listings to estimate depreciation for this model, so it is left out. Not included: insurance, maintenance, repairs, taxes, registration and finance costs. Treat it as a comparison guide, not a quote.

Dimensions & weight

Length
189.8–190.6 in
Width
67.3 in
Height
56.3–57.5 in
Wheelbase
104.3 in
Curb weight
2,919–2,954 lb

Manufacturer-reported figures for the 1992 Volvo 240 — ranges cover the 2 body / drivetrain versions on record. Source: Transport Canada vehicle specifications via NHTSA.

Investigations & service bulletins

NHTSA defect investigations 1

INADVERT. AIR BAG DEPLOYS Closed

NHTSA #EA94015 · Air Bags · opened Apr 1994 · closed Oct 1994

An investigation means NHTSA is examining a possible defect — it is not a recall, and many close without one.

Manufacturer service bulletins 65

Technical notes the manufacturer sent to dealers about known issues and fixes. Useful to mention to a mechanic — they are not recalls and repairs may not be covered. Showing the 10 most recent of 65.

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Bulletin Service Manager · Electrical System, Equipment · Feb 2022

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Bulletin ST-001-2020-09-1 · Equipment, Equipment Adaptive/mobility · Sep 2020

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Bulletin ST-001-2020-06-2 · Equipment Adaptive/mobility · Jul 2020

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Bulletin ST-001-2020-01-2 · Equipment · Jan 2020

This is a Technical Journal: Swapping control modules from vehicle to vehicle for diagnostics should be avoided. Swapping control modules may result in consequential damage to the swapped control module and in certain cases several other control modules in the…

Bulletin TJ31946.1.2-2019 · Electrical System · Nov 2019

This is a Technical Journal: Swapping control modules from vehicle to vehicle for diagnostics should be avoided. Swapping control modules may result in consequential damage to the swapped control module and in certain cases several other control modules in the…

Bulletin TJ31946.1.1-2019 · Electrical System · Nov 2019

This is a Service Manager Bulletin: Technician Skillset Requirments

Bulletin SMB00-438-2019-1 · Equipment · Nov 2019

Software Installation Policy changes.

Bulletin SMB00-006-2019-1 · Electrical System · Nov 2019

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Bulletin ST-001-2019-10-1 · Equipment · Oct 2019

Source: NHTSA Office of Defects Investigation, listed for the 240DL. Model-year data, not specific to one car.

About the Volvo 240

The Volvo 200 Series was a range of mid-size cars manufactured by Swedish automaker Volvo Cars from 1974 to 1993. Designed by Jan Wilsgaard, the series was developed from the Volvo 140 Series and incorporated safety innovations from Volvo's VESC experimental safety vehicle program.

From Wikipedia, licensed CC BY-SA 4.0. Describes the model line in general, not this model year specifically.

1992 Volvo 240 vehicles on record

Other Volvo 240 model years

1992 Volvo 240 — frequently asked questions

Does the 1992 Volvo 240 have any safety recalls?

NHTSA lists no safety-recall campaigns for the 1992 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 gas mileage does the 1992 Volvo 240 get?

The 1992 Volvo 240 has U.S. EPA estimates of 20–21 mpg combined, depending on engine and trim (2 versions).

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