We found the following complaints for VOLVO 240 (1985)
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Poor wire insulation for engine wire harness crumbles away.
Following multiple breakdowns failed insulation on exposed electrical wires in close proximity to the fuel injection system and alternator were found. I believe this to be a dangerous situation which could lead to fire and have taken the car off the road pending repair. I searched google for volvo bad wiring and came up with many hits. This appears to be a safety related design fault related to the type of wire used only in certain years in the early 1980's. Earlier and later cars seem to be ok. It seems the wire is not heat resistent.
Radiator failure.
Turbo-charger failure.
Transmission failure.
Replaced brake pad.
Replaced brake rotor.
While backing out, with foot applied to brake, without pressing gas, suddenly engine surged then accelerated out of control, hitting a house, in reverse.
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