Table 1 shows seven common power train related problems of the 1996 Volvo 850. The number one most common problem is related to the automatic transmission (six problems). The second most common problem is related to the transmission gear slipping (three problems).
Consumer states the vehicle was in park ( the key will not got out the ignition. Mr Read details...
Automatic transmission slipped out of park position, rolled down incline, & hit a tree. Volvo admits shift interlock is damaged, but claims damage due to misuse. My insurance agent indicted Volvo claims part was replaced by prior owner due to a recall. Read details...
Exhaust: catalytic convertewr failed/plugged up. Transmission: shift lock release button on shifter locked up. Read details...