Table 1 shows five common steering related problems of the 1997 Volvo 850. The number one most common problem is related to the hydraulic power assist steering system (two problems). The second most common problem is related to the power steering fluid (one problem).
| Problem Category | Number of Problems |
|---|---|
| Hydraulic Power Assist Steering System problems | |
| Power Steering Fluid problems | |
| Steering problems | |
| Power Steering Pump problems | |
| Steering Rack problems |
While driving in hard rain consumer saw dash lights light up and the steering control failed and car cut off. After about thrity seconds the car restarted. Read details...
Windshield wipers quit working while in use. The arm fell off. Windshield wiper motor was replaced. Also, the power steering rack needed to be replaced because steering fluid was leaking. Read details...
During the rain the steering wheel locks up. Read details...