One problem related to windshield wiper/washer motor has been reported for the 1997 Volvo 850. The most recently reported issues are listed below.
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.
| Power Window problems | |
| Windshield Wiper/washer problems | |
| Blower problems | |
| Defogger problems | |
| Windshield Wiper/washer Motor problems | |
| Windshield problems |