There have been 4 safety recalls for the Volvo 965. The most recent recalls are shown below. Table 1 and Table 2 show the historical recalls and the recall statistics by the model year of the Volvo 965.
This condition could prevent the throttle from returning to idle position increasing the potential for a vehicle accident.
| Recalled Vehicles: 1996 Volvo 854, 1997 Volvo 854, 1996 Volvo 855, 1997 Volvo 855, 1996 Volvo 964, 1997 Volvo 964, 1996 Volvo 965, 1997 Volvo 965 |
| Component: VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL |
| Recall Summary: The screws which attach the throttle plate to its axle (shaft) can loosen allowing the throttle plate to come in contact with the throttle housing. ... Details of this recall 🔎 |
This condition can reduce the restraining capabilities of the safety belt in the event of an accident.
| Recalled Vehicles: 1992 Volvo 745, 1993 Volvo 745, 1992 Volvo 944, 1993 Volvo 944, 1992 Volvo 945, 1993 Volvo 945, 1992 Volvo 964, 1993 Volvo 964, 1992 Volvo 965, 1993 Volvo 965 |
| Component: SEAT BELTS:FRONT:ANCHORAGE |
| Recall Summary: The safety belt webbing guide (b-pillar "d" ring) can break under heavy loads. ... Details of this recall 🔎 |
If an owner installs a spare tire and adjusts its pressure to 40 psi, there is a risk of tire failure, especially if the vehicle is driven for a long period of time.
| Recalled Vehicles: 1995 Volvo 964, 1995 Volvo 965 |
| Component: EQUIPMENT:OTHER:LABELS |
| Recall Summary: The tire label contains size and pressure information concerning the spare tire. The listed size (155r15) and pressure (40 psi) are incorrect. The correct size and pressure for the spare tire are t125/90r15 and 60 psi. ... Details of this recall 🔎 |
This would result in reduced accident/injury protection for the driver in the event of a collision.
| Recalled Vehicles: 1995 Volvo 960, 1995 Volvo 964, 1995 Volvo 965 |
| Component: AIR BAGS:FRONTAL |
| Recall Summary: The driver's side air bag module may not properly deploy. ... Details of this recall 🔎 |
| Date | Component | Vehicle Affected |
|---|---|---|
| Oct. 11, 1996 | Vehicle Speed Control | 12,530 |
| May. 25, 1995 | Seat Belts:front:anchorage | 11,562 |
| May. 9, 1995 | Equipment:other:labels | 5,199 |
| Nov. 1, 1994 | Air Bags:frontal | 132 |
| Model | # Recalls |
|---|---|
| 1997 Volvo 965 | 1 |
| 1996 Volvo 965 | 1 |
| 1995 Volvo 965 | 2 |
| 1993 Volvo 965 | 1 |
| 1992 Volvo 965 | 1 |