Consumer Complaints

Vehicles / Volvo / 960 / 1996
Id Vehicle Make Vehicle Model Model Year Complaint Summary
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
000059053 VOLVO 960 1996 VOLVO CAR IS NOT RELIABLE ANYMORE. NO SAFETY DEFECT LISTED WITHIN SUMMARY. *AK
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
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
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
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
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.
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.
0000055287 VOLVO 960 1996 ALTERNATOR FAILED TWO TIMES.
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.
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
001164993 VOLVO 960 1996 Consumer was traveling about 40mph on higway in rush hour traffic and engine check light came on dashboard panel. she pulled over to the
001164992 VOLVO 960 1996 Consumer was traveling about 40mph on higway in rush hour traffic and engine check light came on dashboard panel. she pulled over to the
001164983 VOLVO 960 1996 Consumer was traveling about 40mph on higway in rush hour traffic and engine check light came on dashboard panel. she pulled over to the
001164982 VOLVO 960 1996 Consumer was traveling about 40mph on higway in rush hour traffic and engine check light came on dashboard panel. she pulled over to the
001150936 VOLVO 960 1996 Upon starting up vehicle engine would not start. a neighbor started yelling for her husband to get out of vehicle. vehicle had caught on fire,
001150935 VOLVO 960 1996 Upon starting up vehicle engine would not start. a neighbor started yelling for her husband to get out of vehicle. vehicle had caught on fire,
996135054 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
000130488 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
000130487 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
000130485 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
000130484 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
0000126311 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
998118038 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
000114457 VOLVO 960 1996 While driving on highway at 55mph on cruise control, came to a sharp curve and applied brakes. trying to reduce speed, vehicle lurched forward/faster
000114456 VOLVO 960 1996 While driving on highway at 55mph on cruise control, came to a sharp curve and applied brakes. trying to reduce speed, vehicle lurched forward/faster
000114455 VOLVO 960 1996 While driving on highway at 55mph on cruise control, came to a sharp curve and applied brakes. trying to reduce speed, vehicle lurched forward/faster
001076414 VOLVO 960 1996 The rear passenger doors stick and cannot be opened from the inside. when handle is pulled from outside, door panel separates from door frame. this
0000069648 VOLVO 960 1996 ENGINE STALLED.
0000062938 VOLVO 960 1996 VEHICLE EXPERIENCING SOME ELECTRICAL PROBLEMS. NLM
0000151746 VOLVO 960 1996 CONSUMER STATES THAT THE FRONT BRAKES PADS AND ROTORS ARE PREMATURELY WEARING, CAUSE UNKNOWN. PLEASE GIVE ANY FURTHER DETAILS. MJS
0000151726 VOLVO 960 1996 CONSUMER STATES THAT THE FRONT BRAKES PADS AND ROTORS ARE PREMATURELY WEARING, CAUSE UNKNOWN. PLEASE GIVE ANY FURTHER DETAILS. MJS
996135072 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
996135071 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
998131409 VOLVO 960 1996 While driving at 30 mph heard a loud noise coming from vehicle, and felt something coming from the left side. also, noticed the bumper was hanging
998125202 VOLVO 960 1996 Approaching an intersection and collided into another vehicle the right side of the front of the vehicle was hit, and the air bags did not deploy. *
997121906 VOLVO 960 1996 HIT A TREE HEAD-ON, AND THE AIR BAGS DID NOT DEPLOY AND THERE WAS NO INJURIES. *AK
996111956 VOLVO 960 1996 OWNER SAID THAT THE CAR ACCELERATED WHILE HIS FOOT WAS ON THE BRAKE. *AK
0000109366 VOLVO 960 1996 Upon starting, then placing into drive gear, suddenly vehicle accelerated full throttle out of control, abs would't allow to brake, then suddenly
996106501 VOLVO 960 1996 VEHICLE WAS STRUCK HEAD-ON AND THE AIR BAG DID NOT DEPLOY. EXPLAINE IN MORE DETAILS. *AK
996104286 VOLVO 960 1996 CONSUMER WAS DRIVING 30 MPH WHEN SHE WAS INVOLVED IN AN ACCIDENT IN WHICH THE AIR BAGS DID NOT DEPLOY. *AK
996104274 VOLVO 960 1996 CONSUMER WAS DRIVING 30 MPH WHEN SHE WAS INVOLVED IN AN ACCIDENT IN WHICH THE AIR BAGS DID NOT DEPLOY. *AK
999090012 VOLVO 960 1996 I am the owner of a 1996 volvo 960. i am writing because of a terrifying experience i had with 3 friends while driving on a trip from new york to
996069985 VOLVO 960 1996 MICHELIN (195/65/R15) TIRE FAILED.
996069797 VOLVO 960 1996 REMOTE CONTROL ENTRY SYSTEM FAILS INTERMITTANTLY TO UNLOCK DOORS.
996069789 VOLVO 960 1996 SPOILER FAILED RESULTING IN IT FALLING OFF.
0000069655 VOLVO 960 1996 GAS TANK FAILED.
0000069657 VOLVO 960 1996 ENGINE STALLED.
0000069647 VOLVO 960 1996 DOOR LOCKS FAILED.
996069442 VOLVO 960 1996 PNP SWITCH FAILED RESULTING IN VEHICLE NOT TO START.
996069434 VOLVO 960 1996 PNP SWITCH FAILED RESULTING IN VEHICLE NOT TO START.
996068868 VOLVO 960 1996 SECONDARY AIR VALVE FAILED.
996067355 VOLVO 960 1996 LEFT REAR OUTSIDE DOOR SEAL FAILED.
996067347 VOLVO 960 1996 LEFT REAR OUTSIDE DOOR SEAL FAILED.
996067284 VOLVO 960 1996 FRONT STABILIZER BAR IS LOOSE.
996067160 VOLVO 960 1996 REAR TIRE BLEW OUT.
0000062949 VOLVO 960 1996 BRAKES FAILED AND ROTORS WARPED. NLM
997062950 VOLVO 960 1996 RIGHT REAR INSIDE DOOR HANDLE BROKEN. NLM
999062948 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,
0000062944 VOLVO 960 1996 THROTTLE PLATE WAS STICKING CAUSING ROUGH IDLE. NLM
997062945 VOLVO 960 1996 RIGHT SIDE HEADLIGHT WIPER MOTOR INOPERATIVE. NLM
0000062941 VOLVO 960 1996 BRAKES FAILED AND ROTORS WARPED. NLM
0000055901 VOLVO 960 1996 WHILE BRAKING THE PEDAL ON OCCASIONS WILL HIT THE ACCELERATOR PEDAL DUE TO DESIGN.
0000055902 VOLVO 960 1996 ABS LIGHT ILLUMINATING WHEN NO PROBLEM FOUND IN SYSTEM.
0000055893 VOLVO 960 1996 WHILE BRAKING THE PEDAL ON OCCASIONS WILL HIT THE ACCELERATOR PEDAL DUE TO DESIGN.
0000055296 VOLVO 960 1996 ALTERNATOR FAILED TWO TIMES.
0000055288 VOLVO 960 1996 ANTI LOCK BRAKES FAILED RESULTING IN VEHICLE COLLISION.
0000044348 VOLVO 960 1996 INTERMITTENT FAILURE OF THE ABS INDICATOR LIGHT TO PERFORM ACCURATELY. *AK
0000044340 VOLVO 960 1996 INTERMITTENT FAILURE OF THE ABS INDICATOR LIGHT TO PERFORM ACCURATELY. *AK
0000031192 VOLVO 960 1996 Fast idle doing cold start; upon putting foot on brake to shift gears, brake pedal drops, allowing right tip of driver's foot to hit accelerator and
0000031184 VOLVO 960 1996 Fast idle doing cold start; upon putting foot on brake to shift gears, brake pedal drops, allowing right tip of driver's foot to hit accelerator and
0000030995 VOLVO 960 1996 FRONT BRAKE ROTORS WARP TOO QUICKLY, CAUSING HEAVY VIBRATION UPON BRAKING. *AK
0000030987 VOLVO 960 1996 FRONT BRAKE ROTORS WARP TOO QUICKLY, CAUSING HEAVY VIBRATION UPON BRAKING. *AK
996021402 VOLVO 960 1996 WINDSHIELD WIPERS ON HEADLIGHTS MELTED THE BUMPER, CAUSING BUMPER TO FALL OFF.
996021394 VOLVO 960 1996 WINDSHIELD WIPERS ON HEADLIGHTS MELTED THE BUMPER, CAUSING BUMPER TO FALL OFF.
996019650 VOLVO 960 1996 ABS BRAKES FAILED, CAUSING VEHICLE TO ROLLOVER. *AK

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