Air Brake Related Problems of the 1996 Volvo 850

Table 1 shows three common air brake related problems of the 1996 Volvo 850. The number one most common problem is related to the air brake antilock control unit/module (four problems). The second most common problem is related to the air brake antilock (four problems).

Table 1. Air Brake related problems of Volvo 850


Recently reported Air Brake problems of the 1996 Volvo 850

The Air Brake Antilock Control Unit/module problem

Abs control unit failure on 96 Volvo 850 with just over 60,000 miles on it. Abs light comes on due to failure in unit. Failure is a result of cracks that develop in circuit board. Abs fails & is no longer operable leading to hazardous braking condition.   Read details...

The Air Brake Antilock problem

The abs control module has failed causing both the abs and traction control system to be intermittently inoperable. Based on my own research, this is a common problem that Volvo north America claims they are not aware of. Multiple websites have postings from owners with this problem.   Read details...

The Air Brake Abs Warning Light problem

Abs computer failure, abs and traction control light on, abs fails to function at all. TSB on wire crimp done allready. Please do something about this, there are hundreds if not thousands of cases of failed abs ecu modules, some are replaced under warranty and dont even get reported.   Read details...


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