Recall 78V062000: 1977–1978 Volvo 244 and 2 other models
- Report received
- Mar 24, 1978
- Manufacturer
- Volvo of america corp.
- Potentially affected
- 28,000vehicles
- Model years
- 1977–1978
Check your own vehicle. A recall applies only to vehicles within the affected build range. Enter your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls. Recall repairs are free at a franchised dealer.
What NHTSA recorded
The rear wheel bearings on the involved vehicles, may have received an inadequate amount of lubrication. This condition would initially cause the roller bearings to develop a rumbling noise.
Remedy
The dealer will either lubricate the bearings or replace them with new bearings and seals with lubrication at no charge to owner.
Affected model years
Pages for each model year show complaints, parts, mileage and other recalls.
- 1977 Volvo 2420 complaints
- 1978 Volvo 2420 complaints
- 1977 Volvo 2441 complaints
- 1978 Volvo 2440 complaints
- 1977 Volvo 2450 complaints
- 1978 Volvo 2450 complaints
About this data. Data from NHTSA (ODI) complaints, recalls, TSBs and investigations, updated Oct 27, 2026. Complaints are unverified consumer reports and may be duplicated or inaccurate.