Factory specifications, fluid capacities, torque values, EPA fuel economy and the federal safety record for the 1969 164.
The 1969 Volvo 164 is the vehicle examined in this overview, with its body style, platform architecture, and engine specification forming the core of its identity for researcher reference. Notable technical attributes define this particular model year, and its position within the model’s reliability history offers a clear benchmark for understanding its long-term service record.
0–60 mph, quarter-mile, horsepower and torque from independent road tests.
Independent road tests for the 164 of this era, listed by trim and engine — this page spans more than one engine, so no single horsepower figure is shown.
| Year | Trim / engine | 0–60 | ¼ mile | HP | Drivetrain |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1969 | Sedan 3.0L I-6 | 9.50 sec | 17.60 sec | 145 hp | RWD |
| 1969 | Sedan (Euro Spec) 3.0L I-6 | 11.30 sec | 18.50 sec | 145 hp | RWD |
Owner-reported issues, recalls, investigations and service bulletins on record with NHTSA — an unfiltered look at what owners actually experience.
Showing 2 of 3 campaigns on record for this vehicle.
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Showing 2 of 2 bulletins on record with NHTSA.
| Bulletin | Date | Component | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| 356EN01 | 2022-02-09 | Equipment | VIDA QR Scanner Mobile App |
| Service Manager | 2022-02-03 | Electrical System | Shipping and Handling of Volvo Lithium-ion 48V Mild Hybrid Battery to Global Battery… |
The most common OBD-II codes for this vehicle's emissions system. These are standardized SAE J2012 definitions, not vehicle-specific fault reports.
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Cross-vehicle references for the kinds of data on this page.
NHTSA lists 3 recall campaign(s) for this model year. Check your specific vehicle by VIN.