1995 Volvo 850
Not enough comparison years on file yet for a fair verdict.
This verdict reflects complaint volume compared to this model's typical year. Recalls and safety issues below apply regardless of the verdict — always check them.
COMPLAINTS PER YEAR
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| Year | Complaints |
|---|---|
| 1993 | 73 |
| 1994 | 83 |
| 1995 | 111 |
| 1996 | 192 |
| 1997 | 107 |
| 1998 | 0 |
| 1999 | 2 |
| 2000 | 1 |
KNOWN PROBLEM AREAS
6% of complaints: power train — 7 distinct reports on file.
6% of complaints: air bags — 7 distinct reports on file.
CRASH INJURYShow complaint excerpts
PASSENGERS AIRBAG DID NOT DEPLOY DURING FRONTAL IMPACT; DRIVER HIT ANOTHER VEHICLE AT STANDSTILL; AIR BAGS DEPLOYED AFTER IMPACT. TT
NHTSA ODI report, 19950829
DRIVERS AIRBAG DID NOT DEPLOY DURING FRONTAL IMPACT; DRIVER HIT ANOTHER VEHICLE AT STANDSTILL; AIR BAGS DEPLOYED AFTER IMPACT. TT
NHTSA ODI report, 19950829
WHILE SITTING STILL, ANOTHER VEHICLE STRUCK HIM HEAD ON. NO AIR BAG DEPLOYMENT. PLEASE DESCRIBE DETAILS. TT
NHTSA ODI report, 19950808
5% of complaints: tires — 5 distinct reports on file.
5% of complaints: tires — 5 distinct reports on file.
CRASH4% of complaints: seats — 4 distinct reports on file.
FIREShow complaint excerpts
CONSUMER'S HEATED SEAT CAUGHT ON FIRE. THE SEATS FABRIC CONTAINED THE FIRE. *AK *NM
NHTSA ODI report, 20040211
CONSUMER STATES WHILE DRIVING 30 MPH THE DRIVERS SEAT STARTED GETTING HOT. THE SEAT HEATER BURNED THROUGH THE SEAT. THE DEALER WAS NOTIFIED. PLEASE PROVIDE MORE INFORMATION. MR
NHTSA ODI report, 20021015
SAFETY TIMELINE
SOME OF THE JACKS SUPPLIED WITH THE VEHICLES DO NOT HAVE THE NECESSARY LOAD CAPACITY.
Remedy: DEALERS WILL INSPECT AND REPLACE SUSPECT JACKS WITH A JACK MEETING THE LOAD REQUIREMENTS FOR THESE CARS.
Campaign 95V050000 — check if this car was fixed
ENGINE BLOCK HEATERS INSTALLED AS ACCESSORIES. THE BLOCK HEATER CONTACT SURFACE DOES NOT MATCH CORRECTLY WITH THE ENGINE BLOCK AS INTENDED. THE BLOCK HEATER COULD COME LOOSE FROM THE ENGINE BLOCK, A
Remedy: DEALERS WILL INSPECT THE BLOCK HEATER AND SECURE THE BOLTS USED TO INSTALL THE HEATER. IN SOME CASES, THE SURFACE TOLERANCES MAY BE SO INAPPROPRIATE THAT THE HEATER WOULD NEED TO BE REPLACED WITH A H
Campaign 96E025000 — check if this car was fixed
INADVERTENT SIDE AIR BAG DEPLOYMENT
FUEL TANK LEAKS
FUEL TANK LEAKS
ON CERTAIN PASSENGER VEHICLES, AFTER PROLONGED EXPOSURE TO HEAT, THE FUEL TANK MAY SEEP OR LEAK FUEL AT THE POINTS WHERE THE HEAT SHIELD IS ATTACHED.
Remedy: VOLVO WILL INSPECT THE FUEL TANK AND REPLACE IT IF ANY EVIDENCE OF FUEL SEEPAGE OR LEAKAGE IS FOUND. ALL VEHICLES WILL RECEIVE NEW REINFORCEMENT BUSHINGS AT THE HEAT SHIELD ATTACHMENT POINTS TO PRE
Campaign 04V368000 — check if this car was fixed
BUY-SMART CHECKLIST
1995 Volvo 850 — pre-purchase inspection
- Test/inspect for power train issues (7 reports on file for this year).
- Test/inspect for air bags issues (7 reports on file for this year).
- Test/inspect for tires issues (5 reports on file for this year).
- Verify recall 95V050000 (equipment) has been completed.
- Verify recall 96E025000 (engine and engine cooling) has been completed.
- Verify recall 04V368000 (fuel system, gasoline) has been completed.
FAQ
Is the 1995 Volvo 850 reliable?
There isn't enough NHTSA complaint data on file yet to give this model year a verdict.
What are the most common problems with the 1995 Volvo 850?
The most-reported component is power train:automatic transmission, accounting for 6% of complaints on file.
How many recalls does the 1995 Volvo 850 have?
3 recalls on file for this model year.
Data updated 2026-07-11 · Complaints are unverified owner reports filed with NHTSA, not independently verified defects. Methodology.