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.
- 1985 Volvo 7441 complaints
- 1986 Volvo 7441 complaints
- 1987 Volvo 7441 complaints
- 1988 Volvo 7440 complaints
- 1985 Volvo 7450 complaints
- 1986 Volvo 7450 complaints
- 1987 Volvo 7450 complaints
- 1988 Volvo 7450 complaints
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.