1993 Volvo 940
YV1944742P1128071
Vehicle record for the 1993 Volvo 940 (VIN YV1944742P1128071). Gray, sedan, diesel. Registered in Odesa. 1 NHTSA recall campaign for this model year. Free specifications, registration region and recall data.
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History reports cover US-titled vehicles only. This car is registered in Ukraine, so title, salvage and odometer records from the US national title database (NMVTIS) don't apply to it. The registration record, specifications and recall data on this page are free.
At a glance
Vehicle identity & specifications
MPG & running costs
U.S. EPA fuel-economy estimates for the 1993 Volvo 940.
Source: U.S. EPA / DOE fueleconomy.gov. The EPA lists 2 versions of this model year; combined is shown as a range and the other figures are averages. Actual mileage varies with trim and driving conditions.
Estimated 5-year cost to own
A rough guide to what running a 1993 Volvo 940 costs over five years and 75,000 miles.
How this is estimated: fuel is the U.S. EPA annual cost at 15,000 miles a year. There aren't enough comparable listings to estimate depreciation for this model, so it is left out. Not included: insurance, maintenance, repairs, taxes, registration and finance costs. Treat it as a comparison guide, not a quote.
Safety recall campaigns 1
VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL
PLASTIC HOOD INSULATION CLIP(S) WAS(WERE) INADVERTENTLY DROPPED INTO THE HOSE BETWEEN THE CHARGE AIR COOLER AND THE THROTTLE HOUSING WHICH CAN INTERFERE WITH THE THROTTLE OPERATION.
Remedy: CHECK FOR INSULATION CLIPS IN THE HOSE BETWEEN THE CHARGE AIR COOLER AND THE THROTTLE HOUSING, AND REMOVE IF FOUND.
NHTSA Campaign #93V074000 · 28/04/1993Note: recall data comes from the U.S. NHTSA and covers the US-market version of this model. A car registered in Ukraine may have different campaigns — check with the manufacturer's local importer.
These are NHTSA recall campaigns for this model year, last checked 8 Oct 2026. They don't show whether this particular car has had the repair done — check this VIN on NHTSA.gov or ask a franchised dealer. Recall repairs are free.
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Common problems & what to inspect
Based on all 25 owner complaints filed with NHTSA for the 1993 Volvo 940, here are the most-reported problem areas — and what to check before you buy.
💥 10 involved a crash 🔥 2 involved a fire 🚑 4 reported injuries
🔍 Confirm the airbag light turns on then off at startup — if it stays lit there's a fault (costly, and a safety risk). Check for signs of prior deployment.
🔍 Test cruise control and throttle response, and watch for any hesitation or unintended acceleration.
🔍 Check tread depth, the DOT age date, and that all four tires match with even wear. Look for bulges or cracks.
🔍 Brakes should feel firm and quiet — no grinding, pulsing or pulling. Check for an ABS light and uneven pad/rotor wear.
🔍 Have a trusted mechanic inspect this system as part of a pre-purchase inspection.
🔍 Sniff for fuel odor, check for leaks, hard starts or stalling, and confirm the fuel gauge reads correctly.
Pre-purchase checklist
- Match the VIN on the dash, door jamb and title — they must be identical.
- Cold-start the engine; listen for knocks and check for blue or white exhaust smoke.
- Test-drive through all gears at low and highway speed — no slipping, shudder or pulling.
- Confirm every warning light clears at startup (none should stay on).
- Check fluids — oil, coolant, transmission — for level, color and leaks.
- Look underneath for rust, fresh undercoating or signs of collision repair.
- Always get an independent pre-purchase inspection from a trusted mechanic.
Owner complaints 25
Complaints filed with NHTSA by owners of the 1993 Volvo 940.
TIRES
TL*THE CONTACT OWNS A 1993 VOLVO 940. THE VEHICLE HAS DUNLOP TIRES, SIZE P205/60R15. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE VALVE STEMS ON THREE OUT OF THE FOUR TIRES WERE BAD AND CAUSED THE TIRES TO FLATTEN. HE STATED THAT THE TIRES HAD ONLY BEEN ON THE ROAD FOR SIX MONTHS, WHEN DURING THE COURSE OF ONE WEEK, THE VALVE STEM FAILED ON THREE DIFFERENT TIRES. THE TIR…
NHTSA ODI #10199382TIRES
IN JANUARY 2002 WE PURCHASED A SET OF 4 DUNLOP WINTER SPORT M2 SNOW TIRES 205/55R16 FOR A VOLVO 940 TURBO SEDAN. WE HAVE HAD 3 SIDEWALL FAILURES OF THESE SNOW TIRES RUNNING ONLY 5700 MILES, WITH 2 ACTIVE BLOWOUTS & 1 LARGE SIDEWALL BLISTER. TIRES WERE USED ONLY IN WINTER. THERE IS HARDLY ANY WEAR ON THE TREADS. THE FIRST TIRE FAILED 13APR02 AT 3000 MI (DOT…
NHTSA ODI #10145136FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE
WHILE PUMPING FUEL INTO VEHICLE, FUEL WOULD SPILL FROM TOP OF FUEL TANK AND PUDDLE UNDER VEHICLE. FUEL TANK AND HOSES/FITTINGS WERE INSPECTED BY AN INDEPENDANT GARAGE. INVESTIGATION REVEALED A 3 INCH SPLIT TO FUEL OVERFLOW HOSE ON MAIN HOSE CONNECTING FUEL FILLER TO FUEL TANK MAIN HOSE REPLACED. DT
NHTSA ODI #769816UNKNOWN OR OTHER
INSULATION IS DETERIORATING AND BLOWS THROUGH THE VENTS WHEN IN USE. INSULATION HAS OIL MIXED IN IT AND GETS ON INDIVIDUAL'S HAIR AND CLOTHING IF THEY ARE SITTING IN THE FRONT OF THE VENTS. OWNER HAS CONTACTED DEALERSHIP INFORMED CONSUMER THAT NOTHING CAN BE DONE ABOUT INSULATION. PLEASE DESCRIBE DETAILS. *AK
NHTSA ODI #8018545ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
THE CAR WAS STATIONED IN MY HOUSE DRIVE-WAY AND WAS DESTROYED BY AN SPONTANEOUS COMBUSTION. IT WAS A TOTAL LOSS. *AK
Fire · NHTSA ODI #758460AIR BAGS
VOLVO DEALER REPRESENTED STATED SRS CRASH SENSOR WAS NOT UNDER ANY WARRANTY. *AK
NHTSA ODI #749531TIRES
A GOODYEAR EAGLE GTR4 TIRE (P185 65 R15) EXPERIENCED TREAD SEPARATION, WHEN THE TIRE SEPARATED, DAMAGE WAS CAUSED TO THE VEHICLE. *SLC
NHTSA ODI #558126VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL
CAR STOPPED AT TRAFFIC LIGHT. DEPRESSED GAS PEDAL TO MOVE FORWARD. CAR ACCELERATED AT FULL SPEED WITH GAS PEDAL FULLY DEPRESSED. TURNED OFF ENGINE IGNITION, GAS PEDAL REMAINED FULLY DEPRESSED. CAR TOWED TO VOLVO DEALER FOR DIAGNOSES AND REPAIR.*AK
NHTSA ODI #736186+ 17 more complaints on record.
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