Suspension Problems of Volvo 850

Volvo 850 owners have reported 6 suspension related problems since 1996. Table 1 shows the 5 most common suspension problems. The number one most common problem is related to the vehicle's rear suspension (2 problems). The second most common problem is related to the vehicle's front suspension (1 problem). For details of each of the problem category, use the links in the table.

Table 1. Suspension related problems of Volvo 850


Recently reported Suspension problems of Volvo 850

The Rear Suspension problem

The contact owns a 1996 Volvo 850. The contact stated that when traveling over different deviations on the road, the rear end of the vehicle would fish tail. In addition, the vehicle would sporadically stall without warning.   Read details...

The Front Suspension problem

Owner states that his vehicle drifts to the left while driving and that dealers have replaced rack & pinion but problem still exists. Owner is very concerned about this problem.   Read details...

The Front Suspension Control Arm problem

The contact owns a 1997 Volvo 850 wagon. The vehicle was taken to a service station for tire repair and the following failures were discovered: both rear brakes and calipers were seized and completely inoperable, the emergency brake was also inoperable, and both front inner and outer tie rods   Read details...

The Suspension problem

: the contact stated the vehicle vibrated and the steering was erratic. The contact noticed unusual hydroplaning in small puddles of water on the highway. The contact noticed chunks on the outside rim of the passenger side tire. A local repair shop determined there was unusual wear on the tires.   Read details...

The Front Suspension Wheel Bearing problem

Consumer states vehicle has experienced numerous tire blowouts, consumer has replaced a set of tires each year, (no other tire info given)consumer states the wheel beraing had to be replaced   Read details...




Fuel Economy of 850 Vehicles
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