Recalls (2)
NHTSA lists 2 recall campaigns for the 1991 Volvo 940. Check whether yours was repaired with NHTSA's free VIN lookup ↗
Only NHTSA and your automaker know whether your specific car was repaired. PlainVIN shows every recall campaign listed for a model year, with the official text and how many cars have been fixed so far.
Check on NHTSA ↗INTERIOR SYSTEMS:ACTIVE SEAT AND SHOULDER BELTS AN
- Summary
- SAFETY BELTS ARE DESIGNED TO BE ROUTED UNDER A DIAGONAL CROSS BRACE DURING FASTENING. THE INSTRUCTIONAL LABELS FOR THE BELT ROUTING ARE INADEQUATE, AND CAN RESULT IN INADVERTENT RELEASE OF THE BELT BUCKLE.
- Consequence
- CONSEQUENCE OF DEFECT: SAFETY BELT MISUSE COULD CAUSE THE SEAT OCCUPANT TO FACE GREATER RISK OF INJURY IN A SUDDEN STOP OR VEHICLE ACCIDENT IF AN INADVERTENT RELEASE OF THE SAFETY BELT OCCURRED.
- Remedy
- INSTALL LABELS TO INSTRUCT THE USER IN PROPER SAFETY BELT ROUTING; ALSO REPLACE SAFETY BELT BUCKLES.
FUEL:FUEL PUMP
- Summary
- IF CONDITIONS OF HIGH AMBIENT TEMPERATURE, OVERFILLING OF THE FUEL TANK, AND INSUFFICIENT TORQUE ON THE SENDING UNIT LOCK RING EXIST SIMULTANEOUSLY, FUEL SEEPAGE MAY OCCUR FROM THE TOP OF THE TANK.
- Consequence
- FUEL SEEPAGE COULD RESULT IN FIRE IN THE PRESENCE OF ANIGNITION SOURCE.
- Remedy
- RETORQUE SENDING UNIT LOCK RING; REPLACE LOCK RING GASKET IF FUEL SEEPAGE IS DETECTED. NOTE: THE ONLY 940 MODEL SUBJECT TO THIS RECALL IS THE 940SE.
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Owner complaints (11)
11 complaints filed with NHTSA (owner reports, not verified findings). The air bags is mentioned most often.
As reported by owners in their complaints. These are reports, not NHTSA findings.
Most-reported components
| Component | Complaints | % of 11 |
|---|---|---|
| Air bags | 3 | 27.3% |
| Seats | 3 | 27.3% |
| Fuel system | 2 | 18.2% |
| Electrical system | 1 | 9.1% |
| Structure | 1 | 9.1% |
| Vehicle speed control | 1 | 9.1% |
How 1991 compares with other 940 years
Best and worst 940 years →| Model year | Complaints | Recall campaigns |
|---|---|---|
| 1990 | 1 | 0 |
| 1991 | 11 | 2 |
| 1992 | 16 | 0 |
| 1993 | 23 | 1 |
| 1994 | 41 | 0 |
| 1995 | 27 | 0 |
| 1997 | 1 | 0 |
| 1998 | 2 | 0 |
Counts are owner reports, not failure rates. Higher sales years tend to draw more reports. Owners are still filing reports for recent model years, so these counts will grow. Source: NHTSA ODI, retrieved Oct 6, 2026.
Fuel economy: up to 18 mpg combined
- EPA annual fuel cost
- $3,700
- CO₂ tailpipe
- 494 g/mi
- EPA class
- Midsize Cars
What it costs you to run
Miles ÷ 18 mpg × $4.354 (EIA US average regular, week of Oct 5, 2026, all taxes included). Source: EPA · EIA.
EPA label estimates from lab tests; your mileage will vary.
Specs by configuration
| Engine · transmission | Drive | City / Hwy / Comb | EPA $/yr | CO₂ g/mi |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2.3 L 4-cyl · 4-speed automatic | Rear-Wheel Drive | 16 / 22 / 18 | $3,700 | 494 |
| 2.3 L 4-cyl · 4-speed automatic | Rear-Wheel Drive | 17 / 20 / 18 | $3,700 | 494 |
| 2.3 L 4-cyl · 4-speed automatic | Rear-Wheel Drive | 17 / 20 / 18 | $3,700 | 494 |
| 2.3 L 4-cyl · 4-speed automatic | Rear-Wheel Drive | 16 / 22 / 18 | $3,700 | 494 |
| 2.3 L 4-cyl · 4-speed automatic | Rear-Wheel Drive | 17 / 20 / 18 | $3,700 | 494 |
| 2.3 L 4-cyl · 4-speed automatic | Rear-Wheel Drive | 17 / 20 / 18 | $3,700 | 494 |
Source: EPA fuel economy data, retrieved Oct 6, 2026. Configurations are listed when EPA and NHTSA records match.
Looking at a 1991 940 for sale?
Print a one-page buyer's checklist: each recall campaign with a box to tick when the seller shows proof of repair, the top complaint areas to inspect, crash stars, MPG, and a link back to this page.
Where to next
1991 Volvo 940 FAQ
How many recalls does the 1991 Volvo 940 have?
NHTSA lists 2 recall campaigns: 91V075000 (seat belt), 91V010000 (fuel pump). Use NHTSA's VIN lookup to see whether a specific car was repaired.
What are the most common 1991 Volvo 940 problems?
Owners filed 11 complaints with NHTSA. Air bags (3), Seats (3), Fuel system (2) are mentioned most. These are owner reports, not verified findings.
What mpg does the 1991 Volvo 940 get?
EPA rates the 2.3 L 4-cyl · 4-speed automatic version at 16 city, 22 highway and 18 combined mpg. Other configurations are listed in the fuel economy section.
How does the 1991 940 compare with other years?
Among the 1990–1998 Volvo 940 model years at least five years old, the 1990 drew the fewest complaints (1) and the 1994 the most (41). The 1991 drew 11. Counts are owner reports, not failure rates.
How this page was madeSources, processing, limits, review and changes
Data sources
- NHTSA recalls by vehicle
Retrieved Oct 6, 2026 - US DOT recall completion rates (data.transportation.gov)
Retrieved Oct 6, 2026 - NHTSA ODI owner complaints
Retrieved Oct 6, 2026 - NHTSA NCAP 5-Star Safety Ratings
Retrieved Oct 6, 2026 - EPA fuel economy data (licence confirmation pending)
Retrieved Oct 6, 2026 - EIA weekly retail gasoline prices
Weekly, all taxes included
Processing
- Complaints are counted per component. One complaint can list several, so component totals add up to more than the total.
- Fuel cost = miles per year ÷ EPA combined mpg × EIA weekly price for your region.
Limitations
- Complaint counts are owner reports, not verified findings or failure rates. There is no sales denominator.
- Recall campaigns are listed for the model year. Only NHTSA and the automaker know whether a specific car was repaired.
- Recent model years are still collecting reports.
Review
Data compiled automatically from the official files listed here.
Changelog
- 2026-10-06 Data refreshed from the official files.