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Recall campaign88V166000

Recall 88V166000: 1985–1988 Volvo 744 and 1 other model

Power train › Driveline › Driveshaft
Report received
Oct 18, 1988
Manufacturer
Volvo of america corp.
Potentially affected
69,917vehicles
Model years
1985–1988

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

Front driveshaft flange bolts may loosen.

Possible consequence

This can result in separation of the driveshaft from thetransmission and damage to the gear selector.

Remedy

Replace the driveshaft flange bolts and nuts; modify the joint between the driveshaft and transmission.

Affected model years

Pages for each model year show complaints, parts, mileage and other recalls.

About this data. Data from NHTSA (ODI) complaints, recalls, TSBs and investigations, updated Oct 28, 2026. Complaints are unverified consumer reports and may be duplicated or inaccurate.