1992 Volvo 240Volvo 240 1992

Vehicle Details: Fuel Economy, Emissions, Crash Tests, Investigations, Consumer Complaints, Service Bulletins

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Below you will find all available information on the 1992 Volvo 240, manufacturered by Volvo Car Usa, Llc.
The vehicle is described as a Rear-Wheel Drive Compact Cars 4-door sedan, hardtop.

ManufacturerKnown WMI(s)Fuel Type
VolvoYV1 YV1 Regular
City MPGHighway MPGCO2 emissions
18 - 19 MPG23 - 26 MPG403.95 - 444.35 g/mile
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Sub-models: - 240 Wagon - 240 Series -

Frequently Asked Questions
  • What is the MPG of a 1992 Volvo 240?
     - The 1992 Volvo 240 has an EPA estimated city efficiency of 18 - 19 MPG and an estimated highway efficiency of 23 - 26 MPG.
  • What is the fuse box diagram for the 1992 Volvo 240?
     - Fuse box diagrams for the 1992 Volvo 240 can be found here
  • What is the annual fuel cost for the 1992 Volvo 240?
     - EPA estimated annual fuel cost for the 1992 Volvo 240 is $2700.
  • Where is the 1992 Volvo 240 produced?
     - The 1992 Volvo 240 is produced in Rockleigh New Jersey, United States (usa).
  • How much does the 1992 Volvo 240 weigh?
     - The 1992 Volvo 240 is listed to weigh 1590 lbs.
NHTSA Mandated Recalls

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NHTSA Submitted Mechanical & Emissions Details

  • Automatic 4-spd Rear-Wheel Drive 240

    Description Data
    Engine cylinders4
    Engine displacement in liters2.3
    Engine descriptor; see fueleconomy.gov details(FFS)
    TransmissionAutomatic 4-spd
    You save/spend over 5 years compared to an average car ($). savings are positive; a greater amount spent yields a negative number. for dual fuel vehicles, this is the cost savings for gasoline-3750
    Description Data
    Annual petroleum consumption in barrels for fuel type 114.8755
    City mpg for fuel type 1,18
    Combined mpg for fuel type 1,20
    Engine cylinders4
    Engine displacement in liters2.3
    Drive axle typeRear-Wheel Drive
    EPA model type index60030
    Engine descriptor; see fueleconomy.gov details(FFS)
    Annual fuel cost for fuel type 1 ($)2700
    Fuel type with fuel type 1 and fuel type 2 (if applicable)Regular
    Fuel type 1. for single fuel vehicles, this will be the only fuel. for dual fuel vehicles, this will be the conventional fuel.Regular Gasoline
    Highway mpg for fuel type 1,23
    Vehicle record id8982
    4 door luggage volume (cubic feet)14
    Model name (carline)240
    Has my mpg data; see yourmpgvehicle and yourmpgdrivervehicleY
    If true, this vehicle operates on a blend of gasoline and electricity in charge depleting modefalse
    4-door passenger volume (cubic feet)90
    TransmissionAutomatic 4-spd
    Unadjusted city mpg for fuel type 122.0
    Unadjusted highway mpg for fuel type 132.0
    EPA vehicle size classCompact Cars
    You save/spend over 5 years compared to an average car ($). savings are positive; a greater amount spent yields a negative number. for dual fuel vehicles, this is the cost savings for gasoline-3750
    Date the vehicle record was created (iso 8601 format)Tue Jan 01 00:00:00 EST 2013
    Date the vehicle record was last modified (iso 8601 format)Tue Jan 01 00:00:00 EST 2013

  • Manual 5-spd Rear-Wheel Drive 240

    Description Data
    Engine cylinders4
    Engine displacement in liters2.3
    Engine descriptor; see fueleconomy.gov details(FFS)
    TransmissionManual 5-spd
    You save/spend over 5 years compared to an average car ($). savings are positive; a greater amount spent yields a negative number. for dual fuel vehicles, this is the cost savings for gasoline-3000
    Transmission descriptor; for information see the fueleconomy.gov detailsSIL
    Description Data
    Annual petroleum consumption in barrels for fuel type 114.1671
    City mpg for fuel type 1,19
    Combined mpg for fuel type 1,21
    Engine cylinders4
    Engine displacement in liters2.3
    Drive axle typeRear-Wheel Drive
    EPA model type index60030
    Engine descriptor; see fueleconomy.gov details(FFS)
    Annual fuel cost for fuel type 1 ($)2550
    Fuel type with fuel type 1 and fuel type 2 (if applicable)Regular
    Fuel type 1. for single fuel vehicles, this will be the only fuel. for dual fuel vehicles, this will be the conventional fuel.Regular Gasoline
    Highway mpg for fuel type 1,26
    Vehicle record id8983
    4 door luggage volume (cubic feet)14
    Model name (carline)240
    Has my mpg data; see yourmpgvehicle and yourmpgdrivervehicleN
    If true, this vehicle operates on a blend of gasoline and electricity in charge depleting modefalse
    4-door passenger volume (cubic feet)90
    TransmissionManual 5-spd
    Unadjusted city mpg for fuel type 123.3333
    Unadjusted highway mpg for fuel type 136.0
    EPA vehicle size classCompact Cars
    You save/spend over 5 years compared to an average car ($). savings are positive; a greater amount spent yields a negative number. for dual fuel vehicles, this is the cost savings for gasoline-3000
    Transmission descriptor; for information see the fueleconomy.gov detailsSIL
    Date the vehicle record was created (iso 8601 format)Tue Jan 01 00:00:00 EST 2013
    Date the vehicle record was last modified (iso 8601 format)Tue Jan 01 00:00:00 EST 2013

  • Automatic 4-spd Rear-Wheel Drive 240 Wagon

    Description Data
    Engine cylinders4
    Engine displacement in liters2.3
    Engine descriptor; see fueleconomy.gov details(FFS)
    TransmissionAutomatic 4-spd
    You save/spend over 5 years compared to an average car ($). savings are positive; a greater amount spent yields a negative number. for dual fuel vehicles, this is the cost savings for gasoline-3750
    Description Data
    Annual petroleum consumption in barrels for fuel type 114.8755
    City mpg for fuel type 1,18
    Combined mpg for fuel type 1,20
    Engine cylinders4
    Engine displacement in liters2.3
    Drive axle typeRear-Wheel Drive
    EPA model type index60030
    Engine descriptor; see fueleconomy.gov details(FFS)
    Annual fuel cost for fuel type 1 ($)2700
    Fuel type with fuel type 1 and fuel type 2 (if applicable)Regular
    Fuel type 1. for single fuel vehicles, this will be the only fuel. for dual fuel vehicles, this will be the conventional fuel.Regular Gasoline
    Highway mpg for fuel type 1,23
    Hatchback luggage volume (cubic feet)42
    Hatchback passenger volume (cubic feet)91
    Vehicle record id9181
    Model name (carline)240 Wagon
    Has my mpg data; see yourmpgvehicle and yourmpgdrivervehicleY
    If true, this vehicle operates on a blend of gasoline and electricity in charge depleting modefalse
    TransmissionAutomatic 4-spd
    Unadjusted city mpg for fuel type 122.0
    Unadjusted highway mpg for fuel type 132.0
    EPA vehicle size classMidsize-Large Station Wagons
    You save/spend over 5 years compared to an average car ($). savings are positive; a greater amount spent yields a negative number. for dual fuel vehicles, this is the cost savings for gasoline-3750
    Date the vehicle record was created (iso 8601 format)Tue Jan 01 00:00:00 EST 2013
    Date the vehicle record was last modified (iso 8601 format)Tue Jan 01 00:00:00 EST 2013

  • Manual 5-spd Rear-Wheel Drive 240 Wagon

    Description Data
    Engine cylinders4
    Engine displacement in liters2.3
    Engine descriptor; see fueleconomy.gov details(FFS)
    TransmissionManual 5-spd
    You save/spend over 5 years compared to an average car ($). savings are positive; a greater amount spent yields a negative number. for dual fuel vehicles, this is the cost savings for gasoline-2500
    Transmission descriptor; for information see the fueleconomy.gov detailsSIL
    Description Data
    Annual petroleum consumption in barrels for fuel type 113.5232
    City mpg for fuel type 1,19
    Combined mpg for fuel type 1,22
    Engine cylinders4
    Engine displacement in liters2.3
    Drive axle typeRear-Wheel Drive
    EPA model type index60030
    Engine descriptor; see fueleconomy.gov details(FFS)
    Annual fuel cost for fuel type 1 ($)2450
    Fuel type with fuel type 1 and fuel type 2 (if applicable)Regular
    Fuel type 1. for single fuel vehicles, this will be the only fuel. for dual fuel vehicles, this will be the conventional fuel.Regular Gasoline
    Highway mpg for fuel type 1,26
    Hatchback luggage volume (cubic feet)42
    Hatchback passenger volume (cubic feet)91
    Vehicle record id9182
    Model name (carline)240 Wagon
    Has my mpg data; see yourmpgvehicle and yourmpgdrivervehicleY
    If true, this vehicle operates on a blend of gasoline and electricity in charge depleting modefalse
    TransmissionManual 5-spd
    Unadjusted city mpg for fuel type 124.0
    Unadjusted highway mpg for fuel type 136.0
    EPA vehicle size classMidsize-Large Station Wagons
    You save/spend over 5 years compared to an average car ($). savings are positive; a greater amount spent yields a negative number. for dual fuel vehicles, this is the cost savings for gasoline-2500
    Transmission descriptor; for information see the fueleconomy.gov detailsSIL
    Date the vehicle record was created (iso 8601 format)Tue Jan 01 00:00:00 EST 2013
    Date the vehicle record was last modified (iso 8601 format)Tue Jan 01 00:00:00 EST 2013
Bulletins

Bulletins are notices put out by manufacturers in conjunction with the NHTSA to notify the public of manufacturing issues or changes.

  • TJ 35503 - VISIBILITY:SUN/MOON ROOF ASSEMBLY: Panoramic sunroof, sealing strip has a gap
  • Service Manager - ELECTRICAL SYSTEM: Shipping and handling of volvo lithium-ion 48v mild hybrid battery to global battery solutions (gbs)
  • 356EN01 - EQUIPMENT: Vida qr scanner mobile app
  • ST-001-2020-09-1 - EQUIPMENT: Mandatory tool list bulletin: volvo mandatory special tools are necessary for technicians to properly diagnose and repair volvo cars. They are used in development of volvo labor operations and repair methods, and promote safety and quality
  • ST-001-2020-06-2 - EQUIPMENT ADAPTIVE/MOBILITY: Mandatory tool list bulletin: volvo mandatory special tools are necessary for technicians to properly diagnose and repair volvo cars. They are used in development of volvo labor operations and repair methods, and promote safety and quality
  • ST-001-2020-01-2 - EQUIPMENT: Mandatory tool list bulletin: volvo mandatory special tools are necessary for technicians to properly diagnose and repair volvo cars. They are used in development of volvo labor operations and repair methods, and promote safety and quality
  • TJ31946.1.2-2019 - ELECTRICAL SYSTEM: This is a technical journal: swapping control modules from vehicle to vehicle for diagnostics should be avoided. Swapping control modules may result in consequential damage to the swapped control module and in certain cases several other co
  • TJ31946.1.1-2019 - ELECTRICAL SYSTEM: This is a technical journal: swapping control modules from vehicle to vehicle for diagnostics should be avoided. Swapping control modules may result in consequential damage to the swapped control module and in certain cases several other co
  • SMB00-006-2019-1 - ELECTRICAL SYSTEM: Software installation policy changes.
  • SMB00-438-2019-1 - EQUIPMENT: This is a service manager bulletin: technician skillset requirments
  • ST-001-2019-10-1 - EQUIPMENT: Mandatory tool list bulletin: volvo mandatory special tools are necessary for technicians to properly diagnose and repair volvo cars. They are used in development of volvo labor operations and repair methods, and promote safety and quality
  • SMB00-325-2017-1 - EQUIPMENT: Service manager bulletin title : service action notification re - mails group : no : issuing department : car market : product safety & compliance united states and canada 00 325 reference bulletins : date : smb00 - 323 and smb00 - 323a yea
  • SMB00-006-2017-0 - ELECTRICAL SYSTEM: Software installation policy changes.
  • SMB00-071-2017-0 - ELECTRICAL SYSTEM: Descripition of goodwill policy and guidelines.
  • ST-160-2017-02-2 - EQUIPMENT: Dice tool bulletin explaining the offer.
  • SMB00-003-2017-0 - EQUIPMENT: This is a service manager bulletin: service scheduling system enhancements. Improving service action/recall scheduling.
  • SMB00-199-2017-0 - EQUIPMENT: This is a service manager bulletin: the online bookstore, www.Volvotechinfo.Com, serves volvo retailers, employees, independent repairers and customers throughout the united states and canada by providing easy order-access to service, parts
  • ST-001-2017-02-2 - EQUIPMENT: Mandatory special tool list
  • PB77-017-2016-12 - WHEELS: This is a parts bulletin: wheel cross reference, used to assist in identifying the correct spare replacement wheel, by stamping, name and size.
  • PB77-017-2016-12 - EQUIPMENT:OTHER:OWNERS/SERVICE/OTHER MANUAL : This is a parts bulletin: wheel cross reference, used to assist in identifying the correct spare replacement wheel, by stamping, name and size.
  • TJ19245.1.10-201 - STEERING: Volvo cars service and parts business technical journal title : vehicle type and platform identification ref no : issuing department : car market : united states and canada tj 19245 technical service partner : issue date : 3 us 7510 volvo c
  • ST-111A-2017-02- - ELECTRICAL SYSTEM: Midtronics psc-550s and psc-700 vehicle power supply information
  • SMB00 438 2019-0 - EQUIPMENT:OTHER:OWNERS/SERVICE/OTHER MANUAL : This is a service manager bulletin: technician skillset requirments
  • SMB00 108 2019-0 - EQUIPMENT:OTHER:OWNERS/SERVICE/OTHER MANUAL : Retailers should only use a volvo part number on claims for items purchased directly from volvo. Failure to follow this policy will result in claim adjustments. Warranty reimbursement rates and quantity limits for the parts listed, with the
  • SMB00 108C 2019- - EQUIPMENT:OTHER:OWNERS/SERVICE/OTHER MANUAL : Retailers should only use a volvo part number on claims for items purchased directly from volvo. Failure to follow this policy will result in claim adjustments. Warranty reimbursement rates and quantity limits for the parts listed, with the
  • SMB00 006 2019-0 - ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:SOFTWARE: Software installation policy changes.
  • SMB00-071-2018-0 - EQUIPMENT:OTHER:OWNERS/SERVICE/OTHER MANUAL : Description of goodwill policy and guidelines.
  • SPJ34864 2 0-201 - ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:SOFTWARE: This is a service product journal: information notice. We process the personal data that you provide in connection with the creation of your vida account. The purpose of our processing is to administer your vida account (from registration t
  • PB77-006-2019-05 - WHEELS: Winter wheel applications including rim sizes, steel wheel parts numbers and wheel cover part numbers
  • SMB00-006C-2018- - ELECTRICAL SYSTEM: Software installation policy changes - canada
  • SMB00-006-2018-0 - ELECTRICAL SYSTEM: Software installation policy changes.
  • SMB88-001A-2018- - SEAT BELTS: This bulletin is a service manager bulletin. Seat belt extender.
  • ST-001-2019-03-0 - EQUIPMENT: Mandatory tool list bulletin: volvo mandatory special tools are necessary for technicians to properly diagnose and repair volvo cars. They are used in development of volvo labor operations and repair methods, and promote safety and quality
  • SMB00-006C-2018- - EQUIPMENT:OTHER:OWNERS/SERVICE/OTHER MANUAL : Software installation policy changes - canada
  • SMB88-001A-2018- - SEAT BELTS: This bulletin is a service manager bulletin. Seat belt extender.
  • ST-002-2018-08-1 - EQUIPMENT: This is a service manager bulletin. This bulletin is a list of equipment recommended by volvo to it's dealer or any shop maintaining or repairing volvo's. The equipment can be provided by volvo's equipment supplier
  • ST-227-2018-08-1 - TIRES: Road force wheel balancing is the proper tool for diagnosing and repairing such issues and all of our retailers need to be prepared for these issues.
  • TJ34013-1-2-2018 - EQUIPMENT: This is a technical journal: vehicle key not found
  • SMB00-006C-2018- - EQUIPMENT:OTHER:OWNERS/SERVICE/OTHER MANUAL : Software installation policy changes - canada
  • PB77-006-2019-02 - WHEELS: Winter wheel applications including rim sizes, steel wheel parts numbers and wheel cover part numbers
  • PB00-013-2019-02 - EQUIPMENT:OTHER:OWNERS/SERVICE/OTHER MANUAL : This is a parts bulletin: hazmat return transportation documentation and requirements
  • TJ28941-4-0-2019 - EQUIPMENT ADAPTIVE/MOBILITY: This is a technical journal: when sensitive information, like vehicle speed, brake usage, etc. (customer behavoiur information) of a car is required from volvo car corporation from external sources, either of these two documents should be f
  • SMB00-437-2019-0 - EQUIPMENT: This is a service manager bulletin: volvo special tool warranty coverage and claims process
  • ST-001-2018-11-2 - EQUIPMENT ADAPTIVE/MOBILITY: Mandatory tool list bulletin: volvo mandatory special tools are necessary for technicians to properly diagnose and repair volvo cars. They are used in development of volvo labor operations and repair methods, and promote safety and quality
  • SMB88-001A-2018- - SEAT BELTS: This bulletin is a service manager bulletin. Seat belt extender.
  • SMB00-071 - EQUIPMENT: Description of goodwill policy and guidelines.
  • ST002 - EQUIPMENT: This is a service manager bulletin. This bulletin is a list of equipment recommended by volvo to it's dealer or any shop maintaining or repairing volvo's. The equipment can be provided by volvo's equipment supplier
  • TJ19245114 - EQUIPMENT: Volvo cars service and parts business technical journal title : vehicle type and platform identification ref no : issuing department : car market : united states and canada tj 19245 technical service partner : issue date : 3 us 7510 volvo c
  • PB77-017.1 - WHEELS: This is a parts bulletin: wheel cross reference, used to assist in identifying the correct spare replacement wheel, by stamping, name and size.
  • PB77-006 - WHEELS: Winter wheel applications including rim sizes, steel wheel parts numbers and wheel cover part numbers
  • PB77-017 - WHEELS: This is a parts bulletin: wheel cross reference, used to assist in identifying the correct spare replacement wheel, by stamping, name and size.
  • SMB88-001A - SEAT BELTS: This bulletin is a service manager bulletin. Seat belt extender.
  • ST-111A - ELECTRICAL SYSTEM: Midtronics psc-550s and psc-700 vehicle power supply information
  • ST-111A - EQUIPMENT: Midtronics psc-550s and psc-700 vehicle power supply information
  • TJ19245114 - STRUCTURE: Volvo cars service and parts business technical journal title : vehicle type and platform identification ref no : issuing department : car market : united states and canada tj 19245 technical service partner : issue date : 3 us 7510 volvo c
  • SMB00-325-2017-0 - EQUIPMENT:OTHER:OWNERS/SERVICE/OTHER MANUAL : Service manager bulletin title : service action notification re - mails group : no : issuing department : car market : product safety & compliance united states and canada 00 325 reference bulletins : date : smb00 - 323 and smb00 - 323a yea
  • ST-001-2017-10-0 - EQUIPMENT:OTHER:OWNERS/SERVICE/OTHER MANUAL : Mandatory tool list bulletin: volvo mandatory special tools are necessary for technicians to properly diagnose and repair volvo cars. They are used in development of volvo labor operations and repair methods, and promote safety and quality
  • ST-001-2017-10-0 - BACK OVER PREVENTION: WARNINGS: Mandatory tool list bulletin: volvo mandatory special tools are necessary for technicians to properly diagnose and repair volvo cars. They are used in development of volvo labor operations and repair methods, and promote safety and quality
  • SMB00-325-2017-1 - AIR BAGS: Service manager bulletin title : service action notification re - mails group : no : issuing department : car market : product safety & compliance united states and canada 00 325 reference bulletins : date : smb00 - 323 and smb00 - 323a yea
  • SPJ3176020 - EQUIPMENT: This document is a service product journal: memory used for vida is not fully optimized and below examples of symptoms might therefore occur. Vida will run slow after some time. Vida might freeze. Certain operations might stop working. In
  • PB77-017-2017-06 - WHEELS: This is a parts bulletin: wheel cross reference, used to assist in identifying the correct spare replacement wheel, by stamping, name and size.
  • PB77-006 - WHEELS: Winter wheel applications including rim sizes, steel wheel parts numbers and wheel cover part numbers
  • SMB00-325 - EQUIPMENT: *no description
  • SMB-00-353 - EQUIPMENT:OTHER:OWNERS/SERVICE/OTHER MANUAL : The volvo technical helpdesk (thd) is a central contact point available to authorized volvo dealer technicians to assist with difficult to repair situations. If for some reason our technical experts cannot solve an issue directly, it will b
  • SMB88-001A - SEAT BELTS: Seat belt extender
Known Recall Investigations

  • Inadvert. air bag deploys investigation # EA94015

    There is no summary currently available

Recall investigations are also available on the Complaints page
Most Recent Consumer Complaints and Accidents
CrashFireTowedInjuredDeathsFailure
Date
NoNoN NoneNone20100826

Tl* the contact owns a 1992 volvo 240. The contact stated that he purchased a plastic fuel line (part number: 3547865) but the component failed. The dealer was notified of the failure advised that he contact the manufacturer. The manufacturer was contacted who advised that they would return his call within the next two days and offered no further assistance. The failure mileage was 215,000. Kmj

NoNoN NoneNone20020914

Consumer states while sitting the car will accelerate without warning.*jb consumer stated that during the first incident, the vehicle climbed over the parking lot bumper resulting in damage to left lower control arm, left lower ball joint, stabilizer bar and both stabilizer links. In the last incident the windshield wiper broke. The dealer could not find the cause for the vehicle's acceleration. *yh

NoNoN NoneNone20010724

While driving, right rear tire exploded. Two holes were in tire along the seam where tread meets the sidewall. Tire melted on rim and a blow torch had to be used to remove tire from rim. Size p195/70r14/90smts. Contacted dealer. *ak *yh

NoNoN NoneNone20001231

Transmission/parking brake are defective. When consumer is in vehicle there is a reminder of vehicle's safety. Dealership is aware of problem.*akconsumer states that the gear shift safety interlock cable is defective causing the key to be removed from the ignition switch without putting the transmission gear lever in park. Consumer stated that the spare tire disintegrated while in the trunk, tire never been used. *tt

NoNoN NoneNone19960514

Windshield wiper motor failed.

NoNoN NoneNone19960316

Bumper collapsed in minor collosion. *sd

CrashNoN NoneNone19951224

Consumer was in an accident 12/26/95 and the air bag didn't deploy. Please describe. Tt

CrashNoN NoneNone19951224

No deployment of drivers air bag in head on collision. *dsh

CrashNoN 1 InjuredNone19950916

Involved in a frontal collision and the drivers side airbag did not deploy. Please describe. Tt

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