VehicleVerdict

Volvo 262 years to avoid

Across 1975–1978, no single 262 year stands out as one to avoid by our thresholds. The 1978 drew the most complaints; 1978 the fewest.

0

Total complaints

5

Recall campaigns

1975–1978

Years covered

0

Years to avoid

Complaints by model year

Volvo 262 NHTSA complaints by model year1 complaints1975: 0 complaints1976: 0 complaints1978: 0 complaints
Volvo 262 NHTSA complaints by model year. Red bars are years to avoid.

Every 262 year

YearComplaintsRecalls
197801
197604
197501

Common questions

What is the best year for the Volvo 262?

By complaint volume, 1978 has the cleanest NHTSA record among 262 years with enough data to compare.

How many recalls does the Volvo 262 have?

Across all model years, the 262 has 5 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.