VehicleVerdict

Volvo 142 years to avoid

Across 1969–1974, no single 142 year stands out as one to avoid by our thresholds. The 1974 drew the most complaints; 1974 the fewest.

0

Total complaints

10

Recall campaigns

1969–1974

Years covered

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Years to avoid

Complaints by model year

Volvo 142 NHTSA complaints by model year1 complaints1969: 0 complaints1970: 0 complaints1971: 0 complaints1973: 0 complaints1974: 0 complaints
Volvo 142 NHTSA complaints by model year. Red bars are years to avoid.

Every 142 year

YearComplaintsRecalls
197403
197303
197102
197002
196901

Common questions

What is the best year for the Volvo 142?

By complaint volume, 1974 has the cleanest NHTSA record among 142 years with enough data to compare.

How many recalls does the Volvo 142 have?

Across all model years, the 142 has 10 distinct NHTSA recall campaigns and 0 consumer complaints on file.

Based on NHTSA ODI data through June 2026. Complaints are consumer-reported and unverified. Updated July 5, 2026.

Compiled by Sharon Ben-Moshe, Founder.