Consumer Complaints

Vehicles / Volvo / 850 / 1996
Id Vehicle Make Vehicle Model Model Year Complaint Summary
007113937 VOLVO 850 1996 Heat generated in the engine compartment causes abs control module and traction control module to fail in my '96 volvo 850r. as of today, there's 3
007113936 VOLVO 850 1996 Heat generated in the engine compartment causes abs control module and traction control module to fail in my '96 volvo 850r. as of today, there's 3
007104987 VOLVO 850 1996 Customer states that she began to detect creaking sounds every time she opened and closed the front door on the driver' side**cc the consumer was
007104986 VOLVO 850 1996 Customer states that she began to detect creaking sounds every time she opened and closed the front door on the driver' side**cc the consumer was
006075378 VOLVO 850 1996 DT*: THE CONTACT STATED WITHOUT WARNING, THE SPEEDOMETER BECAME INOPERABLE. THE DEALERSHIP DETERMINED THE SPEEDOMETER NEEDED TO BE REPLACED. *AK
006067242 VOLVO 850 1996 Dt*: the contact stated the driver side seat belt will not come out of the retractor. the vehicle was taken to the dealership, where it was
006067238 VOLVO 850 1996 Dt*: the contact stated the driver side seat belt will not come out of the retractor. the vehicle was taken to the dealership, where it was
005036634 VOLVO 850 1996 > my family received a notice from volvo cars of north america, via us mail, dated february 2005 > notice explains that: "in certain cases,
005029935 VOLVO 850 1996 At 49,706 miles the dealer replaced the air conditioner evaporator under warrenty. approximately 32,000 miles later it had to be replaced again at a
005028317 VOLVO 850 1996 Dt: caller received a recall letter but the consumer feels the dealer did not repair the problem. the manufacturers recall #140 and the nhtsa recall
005027056 VOLVO 850 1996 Suddenly, headlights and dash lights fail to operate when switch is in either headlight "on" position. when set in parking light position, dash and
005025509 VOLVO 850 1996 Abs control unit failure on 96 volvo 850 with just over 60,000 miles on it. abs light comes on due to failure in unit. failure is a result of cracks
004015071 VOLVO 850 1996 Vehicle was parked in the garage, once the consumer tried to start it, it would not start. the automobile club came and jumped the vehicle.
004009623 VOLVO 850 1996 I own two vovo 850s. one is a 1993 volvo 850 glt and the other is a 1996 volvo 850 turbo wagon. the air conditioner in both cars developed leaks in
004008266 VOLVO 850 1996 After starting the vehicle the abs warning light illuminated and stayed on until the vehicle was shut off. dealership was notified, but did not
004299549 VOLVO 850 1996 While driving abs light appeared on the dashboard and remained on. consumer was able to maintain control of the vehicle and drove it to the dealer
004288831 VOLVO 850 1996 While applying the brakes the abs brake light appeared on the dashboard, and remained on. following that the brake pedal went to the floor. this
004286870 VOLVO 850 1996 Rear middle seat belt will not extend, result in inoperable seat belts. *ak the seat belt for the integrated child seat would not extend to allow
004285369 VOLVO 850 1996 I own a 1996 volvo 850 glt station wagon with 72,500 miles. the fuel tank cracked and developed a leak from the foward heat shield mount on the gas
0000281862 VOLVO 850 1996 A FIRE STARTED UNDER THE HOOD WHILE DRIVING AT 25 MPH. *AK
003280921 VOLVO 850 1996 1996 volvo 850 turbo evaporator on air conditioner unit failed at about 60,000 miles. car was purchased used in 2000 with only 34,000 miles on it.
003275488 VOLVO 850 1996 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
003275487 VOLVO 850 1996 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
003273922 VOLVO 850 1996 EXHAUST: CATALYTIC CONVERTEWR FAILED/PLUGGED UP. TRANSMISSION: SHIFT LOCK RELEASE BUTTON ON SHIFTER LOCKED UP.
003273921 VOLVO 850 1996 EXHAUST: CATALYTIC CONVERTEWR FAILED/PLUGGED UP. TRANSMISSION: SHIFT LOCK RELEASE BUTTON ON SHIFTER LOCKED UP.
0000270922 VOLVO 850 1996 Consumer own a 1996 volvo 850 and it experienced a substantial gas leak from he gas storage tank itself. mr. john abbott answered by phone. *ph *
004270037 VOLVO 850 1996 I'm reporting the fuel tank on our 1996 volvo 850, vin no. [xxx], calif. lic. [xxx], mileage 93238. the fuel tank started leaking around march 27,
004268145 VOLVO 850 1996 Steady gas leak from gasoline fuel storage tank on 1996 volvo 850 sedan. leak from tank itself confirmed by independent garage who regularly serviced
004265675 VOLVO 850 1996 CAR VIBRATES AND A LOUD RESONANCE IS HEARD WHEN THE BRAKES ARE APPLIED AT 30 MPH OR BELOW. *NM
004265118 VOLVO 850 1996 GAS TANK LEAKS. *AK
004257885 VOLVO 850 1996 Rear main seal failure, which appears to be a common occurrence with this particular vehicle, presents fire hazard and calls durability reputation of
003252224 VOLVO 850 1996 Seat heaters were replaced due to recall, but heaters malfunctioned after replacement. dealer won't take responsibility. *la the consumer received
003251842 VOLVO 850 1996 1996 volvo 850 wagon tailgate hydraulic hinge jack. jack repeatedly failed to hold up the tailgate when tempersture drops below 52 degree, or while
003251052 VOLVO 850 1996 Hairline crack in circuit board on vehicle computer makes abs and tracs braking system inoperative. this is an intermittent problem and goes off if
999247738 VOLVO 850 1996 THE DASHBOARD IS SEPARATING FROM THE FRAME. CONSUMER IS CONCERNED THAT THE AIR BAG WILL DEPLOY INADVERTENTLY.*AK
000246495 VOLVO 850 1996 BAD ABS MODULE. *LA
003241803 VOLVO 850 1996 DRIVER'S SIDE DOOR HINGE MADE NOISES. TOOK VEHICLE TO SHOP & WAS INFORMED THAT HINGES WOULD NEED TO BE WELDED BACK ON. *LA
003238713 VOLVO 850 1996 Fuel system, gasoline storage smell of fuel fumes present at all times while operating vehicle when filling tank, fuel leaks from top of fuel tank
0000237778 VOLVO 850 1996 Consumer noticed an odd smell inside of vehicle while traveling. consumer pulled vehicle over and noticed smoke coming from under hood and a fire.
003237775 VOLVO 850 1996 THE FUEL TANK SPLIT AT THE SEAM OVER THE EXHAUST PIPE. MANUFACTURER AND THE DEALER HAVE BEEN NOTIFIED OF THE PROBLEM. *AK
003236165 VOLVO 850 1996 The abs and tracs off idiot lamps turn on and off intermittently in my 850. i can be driving around on dry pavement with very little throttle input,
000228102 VOLVO 850 1996 1996 850 volvo wagon abs brake failure. the abs brake computer periodically turns itself off (the abs dash light comes on). this wouldn't be too bad
003227376 VOLVO 850 1996 Abs computer failure, abs and traction control light on, abs fails to function at all. tsb on wire crimp done allready. please do something about this
003227375 VOLVO 850 1996 Abs computer failure, abs and traction control light on, abs fails to function at all. tsb on wire crimp done allready. please do something about this
003217757 VOLVO 850 1996 Intermittent and ongoing problem when applying brakes. the pedal would go to the floor, causing pulsation, and extended stopping distance. vehicle
0000213078 VOLVO 850 1996 The consumer received a recall notice #02v314000 , electrical seat heater, in march of 2003. the consumer has made several appointments to have to
003211389 VOLVO 850 1996 I own a 1996 volvo 850 turbo. abs module failed to work. there are similar problems reported by other owners. the failure rate appears to be high for
0000209816 VOLVO 850 1996 ABS AND "TRAC OFF" LIGHTS CAME ON INTERMITTENTLY DUE TO A DEFECTIVE ABS CONTROL UNIT.*AK *JB *TS
003208204 VOLVO 850 1996 Rear main seal failure causing oil to leak over underside of car, including exhaust, potentially causing fire. numerous other owners have reported the
003207956 VOLVO 850 1996 I noticed an odd noise which sounded like something rolling around in the back of the car, but nothing was. at time of state inspection, i alerted
003207955 VOLVO 850 1996 I noticed an odd noise which sounded like something rolling around in the back of the car, but nothing was. at time of state inspection, i alerted
002205321 VOLVO 850 1996 This isn't safety related, but emission's problem. started latter part of nov.,2002. tech hasn't been able to make satisfactory repair to date. auto
003204779 VOLVO 850 1996 Mechanic informed owner that ac evaporator needs to be replaced and that r7r requires removal of dash. estimated cost is $2,000. ac only used
003199171 VOLVO 850 1996 1996 VOLVO 850 - DRIVERS SIDE SEAT, HOLE BURNED IN SEAT DUE TO HEATED SEAT FAILURE.
002198046 VOLVO 850 1996 Consumer stated vehicle's fuel tank has a leak and if filled over 12 gallons it will leak fuel, which can result in a fire. dealer notified. ts *tt
001193569 VOLVO 850 1996 ABS/TRACS MODULE DEFECTIVE
002187416 VOLVO 850 1996 Consumer states that air conditioner evaporator was replaced and the odometer is not working properly. dealer has been notified. please provide
001140995 VOLVO 850 1996 Whil driving driver's seat caught on fire due to seat heater. dealer has seen vehicle, and said it was not a manufacturer's defect.*ak although
999137357 VOLVO 850 1996 Left front caliper broke in january 1999, roght front caliper broke at this time. parts were on back order. consumer was told it would take 3 months
999137352 VOLVO 850 1996 Left front caliper broke in january 1999, roght front caliper broke at this time. parts were on back order. consumer was told it would take 3 months
000122566 VOLVO 850 1996 Casing to the fuel tank was installed improperly and caused fuel leakage. dealer and manufacturer has been notified.*ak although its a defect
001106013 VOLVO 850 1996 The vehicle was involved in a major accident involving direct impact to the drivers side, the drivers door-side air bag failed to deploy. consumer
999105070 VOLVO 850 1996 POWER STEERING RACK FAILED AND WAS REPLACED AT 51000 MILES, 30000 MILES LATER, STEERING RACK CRACKED AND IS LEAKING POWER STEERING FLUID. *SLC
002099930 VOLVO 850 1996 NO SUMMARY LISTED FOR ABOVE VEHICLE. *AK
001099669 VOLVO 850 1996 NO SUMMARY LISTED FOR ABOVE VEHICLE. *AK
001098738 VOLVO 850 1996 After starting the engine, i switched the seat heater on and drove away. within 2 minutes of driving, a sharp pain developed in my right buttock.
999095685 VOLVO 850 1996 Failure of module disenabled the abs. sporatic failure first occurred at 32000 mi, but complete failure occurred at 52,000 miles. car repairman
002093090 VOLVO 850 1996 The failure of this component, which in searching the web is very common on the 1996 model, results in false triggering of the abs system, which
001074617 VOLVO 850 1996 A crack developed on the "high strength steel safety cage" adjacent to the area where the driver's door stop is welded to it. i have requested that
0000061667 VOLVO 850 1996 Abs warning light came on. i took the car into dealer and was told that control unit needed to be replaced. it seemed strange to me, so i asked
000057259 VOLVO 850 1996 NO SUMMARY LISTED FOR ABOVE VEHICLE. *AK
000057258 VOLVO 850 1996 NO SUMMARY LISTED FOR ABOVE VEHICLE. *AK
0000053468 VOLVO 850 1996 Brakes fail at low speeds; pedal goes all the way to the floor without stopping car. this is accompanied by a groaning sound. persistent problem,
0000048603 VOLVO 850 1996 TIRES HAVE 12,000 MILES - ONE TIRE HAS A LARGE BUBBLE ON THE SIDEWALL( DOT NUMBER: 27682 TIRE SIZE: P195/60R15 )
0000048602 VOLVO 850 1996 TIRES HAVE 12,000 MILES - ONE TIRE HAS A LARGE BUBBLE ON THE SIDEWALL( DOT NUMBER: 27682 TIRE SIZE: P195/60R15 )
000048420 VOLVO 850 1996 The low profile tire / alloy wheel combination on the front of the car is very susceptible to damage from road hazards (pot holes). two separate
000048419 VOLVO 850 1996 The low profile tire / alloy wheel combination on the front of the car is very susceptible to damage from road hazards (pot holes). two separate
000044420 VOLVO 850 1996 Under normal driving conditions started smelling fuel inside the car. it was determined to be a leak in the fuel tank. it was leaking from the seam
995042017 VOLVO 850 1996 The seat belts are very tight and designed improperly. they allow no movement and you have to remove the belt to adjust anything on the dash. the
999031663 VOLVO 850 1996 Volvo's manual transmission does not in anyway provide for safety, there is no way of preventing the car from coming out of gear when not placed on a
999031662 VOLVO 850 1996 Volvo's manual transmission does not in anyway provide for safety, there is no way of preventing the car from coming out of gear when not placed on a
0000029788 VOLVO 850 1996 NEUTRAL AND GEARS WAS MINIMAL, CAR ROLLED- MIRROR TRAPPED MY 17 YEAR OLD DAUGHTER - SHE WAS KILLED. *AK
0000027003 VOLVO 850 1996 The abs electronic control unit failed. the dealer stated that the problem was common with this model due to a known design flaw. the consumer is
001026285 VOLVO 850 1996 When going to get air conditioning system recharged, consumer was informed that he needed an evaporator, accumultor, temp sensor, evac and recharge,
0000004413 VOLVO 850 1996 Since the vehicle was purchased owners have experienced problems with the exhaust smell/fumes entering the vehicle, not able to remedy fume smell. *
996192592 VOLVO 850 1996 AUTO-TRAN: WHILE PARKED, TRANSMISSION SLIPPED OUT OF PARK, ROLLED DOWN INCLINE, HIT A HOUSE. NOTE: LEASED VEHICLE. *AK
0000181608 VOLVO 850 1996 While driving 25-30 mph and without warning involved in a side swiped collision. upon impact, air bags not to deploy consumer sustained major body
999140619 VOLVO 850 1996 Css tech. reports rear lap and shoulder belts have a switchable retractor plate. however, plate does not switch and lock in place when applied.
999137354 VOLVO 850 1996 Left front caliper broke in january 1999, roght front caliper broke at this time. parts were on back order. consumer was told it would take 3 months
999137353 VOLVO 850 1996 Left front caliper broke in january 1999, roght front caliper broke at this time. parts were on back order. consumer was told it would take 3 months
999137351 VOLVO 850 1996 Left front caliper broke in january 1999, roght front caliper broke at this time. parts were on back order. consumer was told it would take 3 months
998124989 VOLVO 850 1996 While driving applied the brakes and the vehicle will not stop. driver pumped on the brakes and then the vehicle stopped. took vehicle to dealer
0000116139 VOLVO 850 1996 During regular driving driver has tire blow outs. this has occurred three times. owner notes of possible design flaw with the low profile tires on
996115591 VOLVO 850 1996 Brake problems; intermittently when applying the brakes on any road conditions the pedal goes to the floor and the vehicle requires extended
0000115489 VOLVO 850 1996 Vehicle stalls on freeway and on streets at any time. owner took vehicle to dealers and problem could not be duplicated. owner is very concerned for
996104973 VOLVO 850 1996 While driving 50 mph, applied brakes, received no apparent braking action; swerved out of right lane into exit lane, pumped several times still no
996104183 VOLVO 850 1996 CONSUMER STATES THAT ABOUT (10) GALLONS OF GAS HAD LEAKED OUT FROM GAS TANK ONTO THE GARAGE FLOOR. *AK
996103866 VOLVO 850 1996 Driving at speed 15mph, right rear tire exploded, causing loss of control of vehicle, impact media strip, at 12:00 position, dual airbags did not
999089440 VOLVO 850 1996 Automatic transmission slipped out of park position, rolled down incline, & hit a tree. volvo admits shift interlock is damaged, but claims
0000089011 VOLVO 850 1996 I reported this incident over the phone on august 4. i have not received a written report. please call me at work to let me know the status of my
998087044 VOLVO 850 1996 We purchased this car used. the previous owner had the right rear seat belt replaced, stating that it would fail to latch at times. we personally
998086466 VOLVO 850 1996 EARLY FAILURE OF PREMIUM TIRE MARKETED AS HIGHLY DURABLE. NO SAFETY DEFECT.AK( DOT NUMBER: TIRE SIZE: 205/50 )
998079329 VOLVO 850 1996 VEHICLE WILL NOT SHIFT FROM PARK WITHOUT SHIFT LOCK. TSB ISSUED ON PART, AND PART WAS REDESIGNED. HOWEVER PROBLEM KEEPS OCCURRING. *AK
996069675 VOLVO 850 1996 EVAPORATOR PUMP FAN RELAY FOR MANIFOLD FAILED.
996069155 VOLVO 850 1996 BATTERY FAILED.
997068806 VOLVO 850 1996 AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION WOULD NOT GET OUT OF PARK DUE TO COMPUTER CHIP FAILURE.
0000068430 VOLVO 850 1996 ABS SENSOR FAILED.
997068383 VOLVO 850 1996 CRUISE CONTROL FAILED.
0000068333 VOLVO 850 1996 ANTILOCK BRAKE SYSTEM FAILED.
996067614 VOLVO 850 1996 PROBLEM WITH REAR WINDSHIELD.
998051989 VOLVO 850 1996 Both airbag's deployed after running over a manhole that had it's cover missing, breaking the front windshield, and injured the driver's right wrist.
996032571 VOLVO 850 1996 ANTI-LOCK BRAKE FAILURE. *AK
000228587 VOLVO 850 1996 1996 850 volvo wagon abs brake failure. the abs brake computer periodically turns itself off (the abs dash light comes on). this wouldn't be too bad
003227863 VOLVO 850 1996 The entire alternator wiring harness was melted and destroyed before the fuseable link opened the circuit. this clearly is not an acceptable
003227862 VOLVO 850 1996 The entire alternator wiring harness was melted and destroyed before the fuseable link opened the circuit. this clearly is not an acceptable
003227861 VOLVO 850 1996 The entire alternator wiring harness was melted and destroyed before the fuseable link opened the circuit. this clearly is not an acceptable
003227860 VOLVO 850 1996 The entire alternator wiring harness was melted and destroyed before the fuseable link opened the circuit. this clearly is not an acceptable
003226992 VOLVO 850 1996 Consumer states that when trying to apply the anti lock brakes. brakes will lock up, causing the vehicle to have extended stopping distance. dealer
003226507 VOLVO 850 1996 Consumer states that when trying to apply the anti lock brakes. brakes will lock up, causing the vehicle to have extended stopping distance. dealer
003218721 VOLVO 850 1996 WHILE DRIVING AT ANY SPEED SMELLED STRONG CHEMICAL FUMES IN PASSENGER COMPARTMEN DUE TO A DEFECT IN THE FUEL TANK. DEALER NOTIFIED. *AK
003218498 VOLVO 850 1996 AFTER RECALL REPAIRS ON THE SEAT HEATER IT NO LONGER WORK SPROPERLY. DEALER WILL BE NOTIFIED. *AK
003218016 VOLVO 850 1996 AFTER RECALL REPAIRS ON THE SEAT HEATER IT NO LONGER WORK SPROPERLY. DEALER WILL BE NOTIFIED. *AK
003217798 VOLVO 850 1996 THE FUEL TANK LEAKED FUEL WHERE IT WAS BOLTED TO THE TANK. *AK *CB *NLM
003217746 VOLVO 850 1996 WHEN FILLING FUEL TANK AT GAS STATION, JUST AS TANK IS NEARLY FULL, SEVERAL OUNCES OF FUEL LEAK FROM TOP OF TANK, DRIPPING UNDERNEATH CAR. *JB
003217316 VOLVO 850 1996 THE FUEL TANK LEAKED FUEL WHERE IT WAS BOLTED TO THE TANK. *AK *CB *NLM
003217264 VOLVO 850 1996 WHEN FILLING FUEL TANK AT GAS STATION, JUST AS TANK IS NEARLY FULL, SEVERAL OUNCES OF FUEL LEAK FROM TOP OF TANK, DRIPPING UNDERNEATH CAR. *JB
003215914 VOLVO 850 1996 On the night of may 13, 2003 a few hours after parking the car (1996 volvo 850) in the garage the smell of gas became so strong it was overwhelming.
0000213560 VOLVO 850 1996 The consumer received a recall notice #02v314000 , electrical seat heater, in march of 2003. the consumer has made several appointments to have to
0000210296 VOLVO 850 1996 ABS AND "TRAC OFF" LIGHTS CAME ON INTERMITTENTLY DUE TO A DEFECTIVE ABS CONTROL UNIT.*AK *JB *TS
003207797 VOLVO 850 1996 While driving and without warning the exterior/interior lights shut off and the consumer was unable to see. as a result the consumer was forced to
003207319 VOLVO 850 1996 While driving and without warning the exterior/interior lights shut off and the consumer was unable to see. as a result the consumer was forced to
003207318 VOLVO 850 1996 While driving and without warning the exterior/interior lights shut off and the consumer was unable to see. as a result the consumer was forced to
003206974 VOLVO 850 1996 THE ABS FAILED, WHICH CAUSED THE VEHICLE TO EXPERIENCE EXTENDED STOPPING DISTANCE. *JB
003206495 VOLVO 850 1996 THE ABS FAILED, WHICH CAUSED THE VEHICLE TO EXPERIENCE EXTENDED STOPPING DISTANCE. *JB
003205814 VOLVO 850 1996 I am the owner and driver of a 1996 volvo 850. on sunday march 16th 2003, the driver and myself were stopped in a drive through restaurant when my
002205800 VOLVO 850 1996 This isn't safety related, but emission's problem. started latter part of nov.,2002. tech hasn't been able to make satisfactory repair to date. auto
003205335 VOLVO 850 1996 I am the owner and driver of a 1996 volvo 850. on sunday march 16th 2003, the driver and myself were stopped in a drive through restaurant when my
003205258 VOLVO 850 1996 Mechanic informed owner that ac evaporator needs to be replaced and that r7r requires removal of dash. estimated cost is $2,000. ac only used
003204287 VOLVO 850 1996 THE VEHICLE CAUGHT ON FIRE UNDER THE HOOD.*JB
003203814 VOLVO 850 1996 THE VEHICLE CAUGHT ON FIRE UNDER THE HOOD.*JB
001194034 VOLVO 850 1996 ABS/TRACS MODULE DEFECTIVE
002189032 VOLVO 850 1996 Upon smelling gas fumes, consumer inspected vehicle and discovered that the fuel tank was leaking near the muffler. discovered fuel puddle while
002189021 VOLVO 850 1996 Upon smelling gas fumes, consumer inspected vehicle and discovered that the fuel tank was leaking near the muffler. discovered fuel puddle while
002187838 VOLVO 850 1996 CONSUMER STATES THE VEHICLE WAS IN PARK ( THE KEY WILL NOT GOT OUT THE IGNITION. MR
002187827 VOLVO 850 1996 CONSUMER STATES THE VEHICLE WAS IN PARK ( THE KEY WILL NOT GOT OUT THE IGNITION. MR
002185604 VOLVO 850 1996 While driving at about 15-20 mph consumer was making a turn when another vehicle hit consumer's vehicle and it flipped a few times. upon impact,
0000181619 VOLVO 850 1996 While driving and without warning involved in a side collision. driver's side seat belt did not restrain driver, driver sustained major body
001170611 VOLVO 850 1996 While driving 40 to 45mph smelled something burning. vehicle started filling with smoke, and consumer saw flames coming from under dash. interior was
001170601 VOLVO 850 1996 While driving 40 to 45mph smelled something burning. vehicle started filling with smoke, and consumer saw flames coming from under dash. interior was
001162315 VOLVO 850 1996 Vehicle 1 noticed smoke and then saw a flame as he pulled out of a parking slot. the determined cause of malfunction was the driver's seat heater.

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