VehicleVerdict

Volvo 244 years to avoid

Across 1975–1993, no single 244 year stands out as one to avoid by our thresholds. The 1992 drew the most complaints; 1987 the fewest.

9

Total complaints

12

Recall campaigns

1975–1993

Years covered

0

Years to avoid

Complaints by model year

Volvo 244 NHTSA complaints by model year2 complaints1975: 0 complaints1976: 0 complaints1977: 1 complaints1978: 0 complaints1980: 2 complaints1983: 1 complaints1986: 0 complaints1987: 0 complaints1991: 2 complaints1992: 2 complaints1993: 1 complaints
Volvo 244 NHTSA complaints by model year. Red bars are years to avoid.

Every 244 year

YearComplaintsRecalls
199310
199221
199120
198701
198601
198310
198020
197801
197712
197605
197509

Common questions

What is the best year for the Volvo 244?

By complaint volume, 1987 has the cleanest NHTSA record among 244 years with enough data to compare.

How many recalls does the Volvo 244 have?

Across all model years, the 244 has 12 distinct NHTSA recall campaigns and 9 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.