1996 Volvo WIA64TES

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1996 Volvo WIA64TES
RENDERED 2026-08-02T13:23:58.652Z

Only 6 complaints on file — too few 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.

Only 6 complaints on file — too few for a fair verdict. The data below is complete but unranked.

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COMPLAINTS PER YEAR

Complaints per year, Volvo WIA64TES Bar chart of distinct NHTSA complaints filed per model year, 1996 highlighted. 1989: 1 complaints 1989 1993: 1 complaints 1993 1994: 12 complaints 1994 1995: 18 complaints 1995 1996: 6 complaints 1996 1997: 5 complaints 1997
1996: 6 complaints
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YearComplaints
19891
19931
199412
199518
19966
19975

KNOWN PROBLEM AREAS

Only 6 complaints on file for this model year -- too few to rank by share. Raw counts only, below.

SUSPENSION

4 of 6 total reports mention: suspension.

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TIMING GEAR COVER HAD 2 BOLT EYELETS BROKEN OFF AND THE BOLTS WERE SCREWED INTO BLOCK WITH WASHERS TO RAISE BOLT HEADS UP TO THE HEIGHT OF THE COVER, CAUSING AN OIL LEAK AND VEHICLE TO OVERHEAT.

NHTSA ODI report, 20010828

FRONT AXLE SUSPENSION SYSTEM INADEQUATE, FRAME CONTACTS FRONT AXLE ON ROUGH SPOTS ON ROAD SURFACE. MJS

NHTSA ODI report, 19991214

ELECTRICAL SYSTEM

2 of 6 total reports mention: electrical system.

TIRES

1 of 6 total reports mentions: tires.

SUSPENSION

1 of 6 total reports mentions: suspension.

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FIVE SETS OF STEER TIRES HAVE BEEN REPLACED, FINALLY FRONT END COMPLETELY OVERHAULED. *ET

NHTSA ODI report, 20000911

STRUCTURE

1 of 6 total reports mentions: structure.

SAFETY TIMELINE

No recalls on file for this model year.

BUY-SMART CHECKLIST

1996 Volvo WIA64TES — pre-purchase inspection

  • Test/inspect for suspension issues (4 reports on file for this year).
  • Test/inspect for electrical system issues (2 reports on file for this year).
  • Test/inspect for tires issues (1 reports on file for this year).

FAQ

Is the 1996 Volvo WIA64TES 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 1996 Volvo WIA64TES?

The most-reported component is suspension, accounting for 67% of complaints on file.

How many recalls does the 1996 Volvo WIA64TES have?

No recalls are on file for this model year.

Data updated 2026-07-11 · Complaints are unverified owner reports filed with NHTSA, not independently verified defects. Methodology.