Engine Exhaust System problems of the 1997 Volvo 850

Two problems related to engine exhaust system have been reported for the 1997 Volvo 850. The most recently reported issues are listed below.

1 Engine Exhaust System problem

Failure Date: 10/28/2001

Exhaust fumes leaking into vehicle. Vehicle been to dealer shop, and at independent repair shop on one occasion each. But, problem still reoccurring. Feel free to provide any further information concerning this matter.

2 Engine Exhaust System problem

Failure Date: 08/14/2000

Air pump was initially replaced under warranty on 02/18/1999 (mileage 47462) and failed again 14 mos. Latter (the car is now out of warranty). The estimated cost to repair is $400. The abs control module was initially replaced 07/13/1998 (mileage 33659) and has failed just this week (08/15). Don't have an estimate of the repair cost, but believe it will be $300-400. These 2 failures don't speak very well for the quality of the parts used by Volvo.


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