NHTSA — Unknown Or Other Problems

10.0

really awful
Crashes / Fires:
0 / 0
Injuries / Deaths:
0 / 0
Average Mileage:
0 miles

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1996 Volvo 850 miscellaneous problems

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1996 Volvo 850 Owner Comments

problem #2

Feb 152003

850

  • Manual transmission
  • 0 miles

A D V E R T I S E M E N T S

1996 Volvo 850's are plagued with rear main seal failures which cause oil to leak onto clutches as well as on to the exhaust systems, creating the potential for fires. 1996 Volvo 850's are also plagued with ABS control module failures in that the ABS and traction control systems fail to operate at times. This is due to a defective computer module. Volvo 850's are also plagued with poor drivers side wiper designs that result in a large portion of the windshield not being swept by the wiper, washer nozzles return valves also fail frequently, preventing washer fluid from recahing the windshield.

- Ellington, CT, USA

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problem #1

Nov 012000

(reported on)

850

  • miles
We have contacted Volvo directly on informing them of problems and concerns with our car. Their response has been inadequate. We would be more than happy to forward this correspondance to you. No safety defect listed within summary.

- Bristol, RI, USA

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