2002 Volvo 740 Problems, Complaints & Recalls

Source: NHTSA · Updated May 15, 2002 · 1 owner complaints analyzed

Compared with other 740 years
Not enough data 3rd of 4 for complaints
Safety recalls
None on file
NHTSA crash rating
Not rated

Owners have filed 1 complaint with NHTSA about the 2002 Volvo 740. That ranks 3rd out of 4 740 model years for complaints. The most reported problem area is power train (1 complaints, 100%). There are no safety recalls on file for this model year.

Complaints are unverified owner reports and are not adjusted for sales volume.

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Most common 2002 Volvo 740 problems

Complaints grouped by the part of the car owners reported, with the median mileage when the problem happened.

Power Train1
Problem areaComplaintsShareMedian milesOwners mention mostTypical repair cost
Power Train1100%———

One complaint can list several problem areas, so shares can add up to more than 100%.

2002 Volvo 740 recalls (0)

No safety recalls are on file for the 2002 Volvo 740.

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Recent owner reports

Short excerpts of the latest complaints filed with NHTSA, with personal details removed. Full reports can be searched on NHTSA.gov.

No traction in wet conditions; traction control comes on often when raining even at low speeds in straight line. *ak

Power Train · received May 14, 2002 · NHTSA complaint 761889

Other Volvo 740 years

← 2000 740

YearComplaintsRecalls
200210
2000 74020
1998 74020
1995 74010

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Frequently asked questions

What are the most common problems with the 2002 Volvo 740?

Owners most often report power train problems. The top one, power train, accounts for 1 complaint.

Was there a recall on the 2002 Volvo 740?

No safety recalls are on file for this model year.

Was the 2002 Volvo 740 a good year?

Complaint data can't fully answer that, because counts aren't adjusted for sales. Compared with other 740 model years, the 2002 has too little data to compare. Always get a pre-purchase inspection and check the VIN for open recalls.