1988 Volvo 245 recalls & complaints
4 owner complaints on file. Recall list must be checked by VIN (see below).
0recalls
0high risk
0stop-driving
4complaints
Source: NHTSA, updated daily. Last checked 2026-10-20. Recalls apply to specific VINs — run your VIN to confirm.
Recalls: check by VIN
NHTSA files recalls for the Volvo 245 under individual trim or body names rather than "245", so we can't match them automatically. Enter your 17-digit VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls for the definitive list. The owner complaints below are matched correctly.
Useful for owners
- OBD2 code reader — see what the car's computer is reporting
- Compact car fire extinguisher
- 1988 Volvo 245 owner's manual
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Owner complaints filed with NHTSA
4complaints
0crashes
1fires
0injuries
0deaths
Most complained-about parts: Engine (3), Seats (1).
Complaints are unverified reports from owners. A pattern (many complaints about the same part) matters more than any single one.
Read recent complaints (4)
06/03/1998 · Engine
WATER PUMP FAILED CAUSING LEAKAGE INTO VEHICLE, DRIVE BELTS FAILED.
06/03/1998 · Engine
TEMPERATURE GAUGE FAILED.
06/03/1998 · Seats · fire
ELECTRICAL HEATING WIRES IN THE SEAT FAILED RESULTING IN A VEHICLE FIRE.
06/03/1998 · Engine
WATER PUMP FAILED CAUSING LEAKAGE INTO VEHICLE, DRIVE BELTS FAILED.