1996 Volvo 850 engine and engine cooling problems
21 owner complaints filed with NHTSA name the engine and engine cooling on the 1996 Volvo 850 — 11% of all complaints for this model year.
What owners report
“Tl*the contact owns a 1996 volvo 850 glt. While parked in the contact's driveway, the vehicle burst into flames unexpectedly. The fire department was called to the scene and a report was filed. The report indicated that the fire originated from the engine compartment. The vehicle was completely…”
filed Apr 6, 2009
“Consumer has issues about 1996 volvo 850 engine. *nj the consumer stated that carbon monoxide seeped into the vehicle and white smoke emitted from the tailpipe. The vehicle consumed an excessive amount of oil. A mechanic informed the consumer the vehicle needed serious engine work. The consumer was…”
filed Dec 3, 2008
Verbatim excerpts from complaints filed with NHTSA. Reports are not independently verified.
Engine and Engine Cooling problems in other 850 years
| Year | Reports | Share |
|---|---|---|
| 1997 850 | 6 | 6% |
| 1995 850 | 8 | 7% |
| 1994 850 | 10 | 12% |
| 1993 850 | 7 | 10% |
Other reported problem areas on the 1996 Volvo 850
Counts are unique NHTSA complaints naming this component group. Complaints are unverified owner reports; mileage is computed only from complaints that included a usable odometer reading.