1996 Volvo 850 power train problems
15 owner complaints filed with NHTSA name the power train on the 1996 Volvo 850 — 8% of all complaints for this model year.
What owners report
“The abs/tracs system is not working properly. Warning lights indicating that this system is not working properly has been on for many months. The dealer has indicated that the abs/tracs system needs to be replaced at a repair bill of $750.00. This is a major problem with the volvos and I believe…”
filed Sep 12, 2002
“While traveling 15-20mph front axle broke away from the vehicle. Dealer was contacted, and informed consumer that a technical service bulletins tp6001201section and 79606470-77,front end steering 850-992, had been issued for that problem. But, refused to remedy problem at no cost. Please provide…”
filed Jun 28, 2001
Verbatim excerpts from complaints filed with NHTSA. Reports are not independently verified.
Power Train problems in other 850 years
| Year | Reports | Share |
|---|---|---|
| 1997 850 | 6 | 6% |
| 1995 850 | 13 | 12% |
| 1994 850 | 7 | 8% |
| 1993 850 | 28 | 38% |
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.