Consumer Complaints

Vehicles / Volvo / 960
Id Vehicle Make Vehicle Model Model Year Complaint Summary
007124165 VOLVO 960 1995 SRS LIGHT IS ON AND DOESN'T TURN OFF. IT IS PART OF A RECALL. *TR UPDATED 01-14-08. *KB
006094724 VOLVO 960 1996 At 110k i noticed coolant level dropping faster than usual, and coolant on garage floor. dealer removed side engine cover and showed me a line of
006094131 VOLVO 960 1997 Customer 1997 volvo 960 engine failed due to timing belt pulley failure. **cc the entire engine had to be replaced because a head bolt had seized in
006084751 VOLVO 960 1996 For the past year my car has been reeking of gasoline fumes, normally in the morning when cold starting, but would occur periodically throughout the
006079915 VOLVO 960 1992 1992 volvo 960 series stalled while driving at high speeds. the power windows and locks also ceased functioning when the vehicle stalled. *kb the
006078528 VOLVO 960 1992 1992 960 stalls while driving. *ts the dealer attempted to remedy the problem. the vehicle continued to stall while driving at high speeds. the
006078527 VOLVO 960 1992 1992 960 stalls while driving. *ts the dealer attempted to remedy the problem. the vehicle continued to stall while driving at high speeds. the
006077323 VOLVO 960 1994 My daughter was driving our 1994 volvo 960 on august 12,2006 on a congested 4 lane road. she moved the drivers seat forward with the electric powered
006066888 VOLVO 960 1995 FUEL RAIL LEAKING GASOLINE ON ENGINE. SMELL INSIDE CABIN MAKING ME SICK. GARAGE SMELLED AS WELL. AFTER DRIVING, THE SMELL WOULD GO AWAY. *JB
006066887 VOLVO 960 1995 FUEL RAIL LEAKING GASOLINE ON ENGINE. SMELL INSIDE CABIN MAKING ME SICK. GARAGE SMELLED AS WELL. AFTER DRIVING, THE SMELL WOULD GO AWAY. *JB
005048585 VOLVO 960 1996 The fuel rail began leaking from plug in front end of rail. i was able to smell the leak in the passenger compartment and was able to avoid a fire or
005045187 VOLVO 960 1995 Dt: the contact's daughter started the vehicle and it accelerated from zero to 40 mph without depressing the accelerator. the first time the
005042137 VOLVO 960 1993 Dt: contact owns a 1993 volvo station wagon 960. while driving on the highway heard a loud noise, most of the lights on dashboard lit up. vehicle
005042136 VOLVO 960 1993 Dt: contact owns a 1993 volvo station wagon 960. while driving on the highway heard a loud noise, most of the lights on dashboard lit up. vehicle
005035246 VOLVO 960 1996 Dt: the consumer stated that 1996 volvo 960 vehicle was involved in a crash. while traveling at 40 mph. upon impact, frontal and side airbags did
005035245 VOLVO 960 1996 Dt: the consumer stated that 1996 volvo 960 vehicle was involved in a crash. while traveling at 40 mph. upon impact, frontal and side airbags did
005032328 VOLVO 960 1996 As of july 29, 2005, my 1996 volvo 960 started losing speed and the engine stalls without warning! thus far, no injuries have been sustained. the car
005030175 VOLVO 960 1996 1996 volvo 960 sedan - fuel rail leakage problem, front of fuel rail developed a leak at a factory plug (metal). fuel was pouring out between metal
005022684 VOLVO 960 1996 dt: consumer states while driving his vehicle the fan relay switch melted, causing the vehicle to start smoking. after stopping the vehicle and
005016439 VOLVO 960 1996 FUEL SMELL. *AK
004313885 VOLVO 960 1997 Driver side seat belt will not retract out of the retractor. this c leaves the driver without any restraint if involved in a crash. dealer was
004313485 VOLVO 960 1993 THE DRIVER'S SEAT BELT FAILED TO RETRACT TO NORMAL ITS POSITION WHICH MADE THE SEAT BELT LOOSE. *JB
004301973 VOLVO 960 1995 WHILE DRIVING 70 MPH ENGINE FAILED . AS A RESULT, POWER STEERING AND POWER BRAKES BECAME INOPERATIVE. NO IMPACT REPORTED. *AK
003299967 VOLVO 960 1996 The power steering pipe made noise. *nm there was a noise during parking maneuvers or traveling at extremely low speeds coming form the front of
003299966 VOLVO 960 1996 The power steering pipe made noise. *nm there was a noise during parking maneuvers or traveling at extremely low speeds coming form the front of
003299965 VOLVO 960 1996 The power steering pipe made noise. *nm there was a noise during parking maneuvers or traveling at extremely low speeds coming form the front of
004294570 VOLVO 960 1995 THE TIMING CHAIN BROKE WHILE DRIVING 30 MPH, WHICH CAUSED LOST OF POWER AND CONTROL. PLEASE PROVIDE ANY FURTHER INFORMATION. *JB
004286224 VOLVO 960 1995 While releasing the brake pedal vehicle accelerated, and collided with a tree and a vehicle. then, vehicle was towed to the dealer for inspection.
004273108 VOLVO 960 1996 Twice, in my 1996 volvo 960, i experienced sudden acceleration. in both circumstances i was on a highway and it was late at night. i was unable to
004268222 VOLVO 960 1997 Check engine light came on then low coolant light. suddenly lost power due to engine failure. it seized up due to overheating. temperature gauge never
003244208 VOLVO 960 1996 DASH LIGHTS GO OFF AND ON WHEN THE HEADLIGHTS ARE ON. *AK
003241954 VOLVO 960 1996 Odometer fraud from dealership - vehicle was sold with an odometer reading of 21,812. a few weeks after the purchase the car had problems and was
003236779 VOLVO 960 1996 While turning steering wheel to the left or right driver would hear loud noise coming from steering column. *ak the power steering pipe
003234948 VOLVO 960 1996 When making a right turn vehicle makes a loud noise. dealer has attempted to repair vehicle, but the problem continues; dealer cannot determine the
003234947 VOLVO 960 1996 When making a right turn vehicle makes a loud noise. dealer has attempted to repair vehicle, but the problem continues; dealer cannot determine the
003234946 VOLVO 960 1996 When making a right turn vehicle makes a loud noise. dealer has attempted to repair vehicle, but the problem continues; dealer cannot determine the
0000232781 VOLVO 960 1996 Problems with seals on rack and pinion system.*mr consumer thought the power steering fluid that was added during the oil change, wasn't acceptable
0000232780 VOLVO 960 1996 Problems with seals on rack and pinion system.*mr consumer thought the power steering fluid that was added during the oil change, wasn't acceptable
003232554 VOLVO 960 1995 While driving the vehicle at 30 mph and with no warning the vehicle accelerated which caused the consumer to lose control of vehicle. dealer had been
003215821 VOLVO 960 1994 THE CONSUMER DISCOVERED COOLANT LEAKED FROM THE RADIATOR. *JB
003215479 VOLVO 960 1994 WHILE DRIVING THE VEHICLES GEARS BECAME STUCK AFTER SHIFTING. *NLM
0000204302 VOLVO 960 1995 THE VEHICLE STALLED WITHOUT WARNING. *NLM
003198511 VOLVO 960 1995 The fuel rail on my 1995 volvo 960 leaks. it leaks at the plug on the end of the rail. it leaks a steady stream of gas that pours over my engine.
001158201 VOLVO 960 1997 Consumer was involved in a collision, and airbags did not deploy. vehicle hit a tree, and had frontal impact. consumer sustained injuries.
001157890 VOLVO 960 1997 Consumer had an accident during rain storm and air bags did not deploy. hit tree with frontal impact. contacted volvo, and volvo replied that
000131037 VOLVO 960 1997 While driving at any speed vehicle will not stop. had to pull emergency brake to stop vehicle. dealer did not help consumer. please add
000130486 VOLVO 960 1996 Thermostat was sticking, causing vehicle to overheat, when consumer got vehicle back, he had to take it back because the coolant cap and reservoir
0000126304 VOLVO 960 1996 Over a period of 4 years vehicle cut off while driving at any speed. dealership has changed various components. vehicle will operate safely for a
0000121346 VOLVO 960 1995 When sitting in traffic for around about a half hour to an hour vehicle started smoking. smoke was coming from engine compartment. cooling fan
998118031 VOLVO 960 1996 Consumer had to replace the alternator 2 times. the vehicle has 19,000 miles. the warranty was up this year. no remedy for the problem from the
000113416 VOLVO 960 1993 Consumer smelled gasoline coming from under fuel injection rack. consumer took vehicle to a mechanic. mechanic lifted up the hood, and noticed
0000109210 VOLVO 960 1997 VEHICLE REAR ENDED A TRUCK AT 50MPH, AND NEITHER DRIVER'S SIDE NOR PASSENGER'S SIDE AIRBAG DEPLOYED. VEHICLE WAS TOTALED. *AK
002103479 VOLVO 960 1994 NO SUMMARY. DT
0000100326 VOLVO 960 1992 Problem consisted of tread separation despite proper inflation of 40 psi and maintaining 50 mph maximum speed limit. in contacting local firestone
002087653 VOLVO 960 1995 The fuel rail has a manufacturing hole at its front end, which is permanently plugged before installation. in recent weeks, this plug began leaking
001077970 VOLVO 960 1995 While driving the vehicle the check engine light came on. the vehicle continued to function normally and was driven home and parked. on a later trip
001077969 VOLVO 960 1995 While driving the vehicle the check engine light came on. the vehicle continued to function normally and was driven home and parked. on a later trip
001077067 VOLVO 960 1995 5/14 - vehicle stalls as crossing intersection, check engine light now on. able to restart vehicle and had 2 more stalls before arriving at dealer
000074032 VOLVO 960 1997 Volvo dealer, under warranty replaced all 4 disc brake rotors & pads due to warping of rotors & resulting vibration when slowing down from 65
998064770 VOLVO 960 1995 NO SUMMARY LISTED FOR
998064769 VOLVO 960 1995 NO SUMMARY LISTED FOR
000060826 VOLVO 960 1995 FUEL RAIL END CAP SEAL HAS FAILED AFTER ONLY 77,000 MILES. *AK
000059053 VOLVO 960 1996 VOLVO CAR IS NOT RELIABLE ANYMORE. NO SAFETY DEFECT LISTED WITHIN SUMMARY. *AK
998058309 VOLVO 960 1992 Engine block began leaking first coolant and then oil directly through the side of the block just below the exhaust manifold. despite efforts to plug
999037215 VOLVO 960 1992 07/11/99 driving the volvo +/-40 mph - not under load - & engine quit - metal on metal noise - pulled off roadway & called a wrecker. timing
000034157 VOLVO 960 1995 The car was parked for 8 hrs when the fire started in the location of the battery/fuel pump. car was engulfed in flames and car was totaled.
0000027364 VOLVO 960 1997 The center steering wheel cover has a sticky residue when touched and is difficult to wash off. the consumers eyes become irritated and skin is itchy
901023067 VOLVO 960 1992 Timing belt failed, dealer replaced the timing belt, drive belt, camshaft sensor and had to rebuild the cylinder head with new valves. *slc *mj *
001022787 VOLVO 960 1994 The yokohama tire on the left front wheel experienced tread separation while the consumer was traveling, resulting in major damage to the under
001022784 VOLVO 960 1994 The yokohama tire on the left front wheel experienced tread separation while the consumer was traveling, resulting in major damage to the under
998015231 VOLVO 960 9999 THE INTAKE MANIFOLD FAILURE CAUSED THE VEHICLE TO IDLE HIGH. NLM
998015230 VOLVO 960 9999 THE SENDING UNIT FAILED CAUSING THE FUEL GAUGE NOT TO READ PROPERLY. NLM
997015225 VOLVO 960 9999 THE BUMPER COVER WAS LOOSE. NLM
998015222 VOLVO 960 9999 THE REAR HATCH TRIM IS SEPARATING BELOW THE GLASS. NLM
997015220 VOLVO 960 9999 THE LOWER CONTROL ARM BUSHING FAILED CAUSING NOISE IN THE FRONT END OF THE VEHICLE WHILE MAKING TURNS. NLM
998015219 VOLVO 960 9999 THE CENTER ARM REST WILL NOT CLOSE DUE TO FAULTY CLIP, THE ARMREST MATERIAL IS ALSO COMING APART. NLM
998015218 VOLVO 960 9999 THE DIVERTER VALVE FAILED CAUSING THE ENGINE LIGHT TO ILLUMINATE. NLM
0000010466 VOLVO 960 1992 The aluminum alloy in the block failed resulting in a line of pinholes in the side of the block which caused low coolant in the radiator, the leak
996005647 VOLVO 960 1995 The air guide, spoiler and sensor are not designed or mounted correctly to withstand limited driving on major highways, the air guide and spoiler have
999004988 VOLVO 960 1992 WHILE DRIVING THE VEHICLE SUDDENLY SWERVED AND RESULTED IN COLLISION WITH THE ROAD BARRIER. *MJS
000001015 VOLVO 960 1995 FUEL INJECTOR FAILED AND FUEL LEAKED INTO EXHAUST SYSTEM. YH
992178454 VOLVO 960 1992 VEHICLE STALLS /VIBRATES IN TRAFFIC WITHOUT ANY PRIOR WARNING. *AK
994165364 VOLVO 960 1994 Vehicle involved in frontal collision, impact 12:00 speed 12, passenger's air bag deployed, passenger deployed metal casing with bag hitting
999154447 VOLVO 960 1996 Hesitation commences intermittently between 2-8 seconds while traveling between 20-40 mp. vehicle been in / out of dealer shop on four occasions, and
998138397 VOLVO 960 1994 When trying to use the horn, it failed to work properly. also, transmission had developed a crack, and the oil line to transmission had a hole in it.
998138396 VOLVO 960 1994 When trying to use the horn, it failed to work properly. also, transmission had developed a crack, and the oil line to transmission had a hole in it.
996135055 VOLVO 960 1996 When driving at 50 mph the vehicle started to stall and the alternator went out. also, the consumer was having problems with the brakes. when
998132522 VOLVO 960 1997 The consumer has been experiencing problems with fuel injection system while driving. consumer previously taken vehicle into the repair shop four
998131185 VOLVO 960 1995 While driving a rumbling and pulsating noise appeared when pressing on the brakes, and brakes didn't seem to function. dealer contacted ,and stated
998131184 VOLVO 960 1995 While driving a rumbling and pulsating noise appeared when pressing on the brakes, and brakes didn't seem to function. dealer contacted ,and stated
998130539 VOLVO 960 1994 Vehicle was stopped at a stop light, air bags deployed, car rolled into another car. dealer contacted, and is in the process of investigating problem
0000123976 VOLVO 960 1995 AFTER MARKET TIRE P205/55R16 DOT#: Y78KPVB096. TREAD ON THE RIGHT TIRE SEPARATED, RESULTING IN A COLLISION.*AK BRIDGESTONE P205/55/R16 *MW
0000121898 VOLVO 960 1992 THE ENGINE BLOCK IS CRACKED, CAUSING THE VEHICLE TO LEAK OIL AND COOLANT. THE DEALER HAS BEEN NOTIFIED. *AK
997114849 VOLVO 960 1995 Owner has abs brakes; brakes have excessive wear and vehicle pulls to left when brakes are used.vehicle has been in the shop numerous times. also
996111944 VOLVO 960 1996 OWNER SAID THAT THE CAR ACCELERATED WHILE HIS FOOT WAS ON THE BRAKE. *AK
996106489 VOLVO 960 1996 VEHICLE WAS STRUCK HEAD-ON AND THE AIR BAG DID NOT DEPLOY. EXPLAINE IN MORE DETAILS. *AK
996103940 VOLVO 960 1995 WHILE DRIVING, SOMETHING HIT THE UNDERCARRIAGE OF THE VEHICLE AND CAUSED DEPLOYMENT OF THE DRIVER'S AND PASSENGER'S SIDE AIR BAG. *AK *SLC
0000103139 VOLVO 960 1995 WHEN MAKING A TURN, THERE IS A NOISE COMING FROM THE STEERING COLUMN AREA. PLEASE DESCRIBE.*AK
999099116 VOLVO 960 1992 ENGINE BLOCK LEAKS COOLANT TO THE OUTSIDE. AT FAILURE THE ESCAPING COOLANT PRODUCED SMOKE AND ENGINE OVERHEATES. YH
0000098595 VOLVO 960 1990 DOUBLE FAILURE OF SEAT BELTS.
998080385 VOLVO 960 1995 The driver's side seat belt frequently doesn't pull out from its holding assembly. the dealer was contacted 1/4/99. the dealer has told me for 8
997077186 VOLVO 960 1996 Our 960 has had numerous problems. the most important is the warping of the brake rotors. the dealership has attempted to repair the problem three
0000070980 VOLVO 960 1997 AIR CONDITIONER DOES NOT WORK ADEQUATELY FOR REAR SEATS. YH
995070772 VOLVO 960 1995 AUTO KEY ENTRY FAILED.
996069788 VOLVO 960 1996 REMOTE CONTROL ENTRY SYSTEM FAILS INTERMITTANTLY TO UNLOCK DOORS.
0000069649 VOLVO 960 1996 GAS TANK FAILED.
996068919 VOLVO 960 1996 LEFT REAR TAIL LIGHT FAILED.
996068860 VOLVO 960 1996 SECONDARY AIR VALVE FAILED.
996067277 VOLVO 960 1996 FRONT STABILIZER BAR IS LOOSE.
996067276 VOLVO 960 1996 HAZARD LIGHT FLASHES BY IT SELF WHEN DRIVING.
996067054 VOLVO 960 1996 EXCESSIVE FORCE NEEDED TO SHIFT GEARS.
995066106 VOLVO 960 1995 DOOR LATCH FAILED. *DH
994065723 VOLVO 960 1995 CRUISE CONTROL SWITCH UNDER BRAKE PEDAL FAILED. *TT
999062943 VOLVO 960 1996 After reapair of the throttle plate the vehicle experienced sudden acceleration because a rubber piece from the air hose, which lead to the throttle,
997062942 VOLVO 960 1996 RIGHT REAR INSIDE DOOR HANDLE BROKEN. NLM
0000062940 VOLVO 960 1996 BRAKES FAILED AND ROTORS WARPED. NLM
0000062939 VOLVO 960 1996 WINDSHIELD WASHER MOTOR FAILED. NLM
997062937 VOLVO 960 1996 RIGHT SIDE HEADLIGHT WIPER MOTOR INOPERATIVE. NLM
0000055894 VOLVO 960 1996 ABS LIGHT ILLUMINATING WHEN NO PROBLEM FOUND IN SYSTEM.
998055381 VOLVO 960 1994 False deployment of air bag during minor low speed collision which caused no damage to exterior of vehicle, however interior of vehicle damaged badly
0000055287 VOLVO 960 1996 ALTERNATOR FAILED TWO TIMES.
997050377 VOLVO 960 1997 TIRES BLEW OUT WHEN VEHICLE WENT OVER A POTHOLE/SMALL DITCH IN THE ROAD.
997043351 VOLVO 960 1992 Driver attempted to start vehicle, there was an explosion and smoke poured from from under the hood. upon inspection, found the intact manifold had
997039423 VOLVO 960 1992 TIMING CHAIN BROKE CAUSING ENGINE TO FAIL.
0000032252 VOLVO 960 1997 FLAP IN THROTTLE STUCK IN OPEN POSITION, CAUSING SUDDEN ACCELERATION.
997026002 VOLVO 960 1995 FULE PUMP REPLACED.
996025999 VOLVO 960 1995 FUEL COOLING EXHAUST REPLACED.
996025998 VOLVO 960 1995 ELECTRICAL PROBLEM.
995025993 VOLVO 960 1995 SEAT BELT BUCKLE REPLACED.
995025992 VOLVO 960 1995 VANITY MIRROR SHORTS OUT.
996025989 VOLVO 960 1995 INTERMITTENT STALLING.
996025988 VOLVO 960 1995 AIR CONDITIONER SHORTED OUT.
996025987 VOLVO 960 1995 POWER STEERING RACK REPLACED.
995025986 VOLVO 960 1995 SHIFT LINKAGE ADJUSTED.
995025985 VOLVO 960 1995 GEAR SELECTOR REPLACED.
996025984 VOLVO 960 1995 OIL LEAK.
996025983 VOLVO 960 1995 ANTILOCK BRAKE PROBLEM.
995025317 VOLVO 960 1995 SHORT IN ELECTRICAL WIRING RESULTED IN A FIRE; ALSO ALARM/ EMISSION CONTROL/DEVICES/FUEL SYSTEM FAILURES. *AK
995025316 VOLVO 960 1995 SHORT IN ELECTRICAL WIRING RESULTED IN A FIRE; ALSO ALARM/ EMISSION CONTROL/DEVICES/FUEL SYSTEM FAILURES. *AK
995025315 VOLVO 960 1995 SHORT IN ELECTRICAL WIRING RESULTED IN A FIRE; ALSO ALARM/ EMISSION CONTROL/DEVICES/FUEL SYSTEM FAILURES. *AK
995025314 VOLVO 960 1995 SHORT IN ELECTRICAL WIRING RESULTED IN A FIRE; ALSO ALARM/ EMISSION CONTROL/DEVICES/FUEL SYSTEM FAILURES. *AK
996021653 VOLVO 960 1995 FOUR SETS OF BRAKE ROTORS WARPED.
996021652 VOLVO 960 1995 CHILD SAFETY SEAT CANNOT BE PROPERLY SECURED DUE TO MISSING LOCKING CLIP FOR SEAT BELT.
996020113 VOLVO 960 1996 SEAT BELTS ALL HAVE A BUTTON IN THE MIDDLE OF THE BELT WHICH PREVENTS BUCKLE FROM SLIDING FAR ENOUGH TO SECURE CHILD SAFETY SEAT IN POSITION.
994015262 VOLVO 960 1994 FALSE DEPLOYMENT OF DRIVERS AIR BAG, RESULTING IN WINDSHIELD BREAKING/INJURY. (ATTORNEY FOR CLIENT) *DSH
996015221 VOLVO 960 9999 THE DOOR LOCKS STICK BECAUSE THE ROD HANDLE WAS MISALIGNED. NLM
994002589 VOLVO 960 1994 CRUISE CONTROL ENGAGES WITHOUT ASSISTANCE, CAUSING SUDDEN ACCELERATION, RESULTING IN LOSS OF CONTROL/ACCIDENT. *SKD
994000542 VOLVO 960 1994 RADIATOR PROBLEMS. *SKD
003226725 VOLVO 960 1996 The consumer stated that there was a strong chemical fume smell inside the passenger cabin coming from the engine compartment. the dealer stated
003223822 VOLVO 960 1995 COPNSUMER STATES VEHICLE SHUTS OFF WITHOUT WARNING. DEALER NOTIFIED. *AK

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