Table 1 shows four common engine and engine cooling related problems of the 1996 Volvo 960. The number one most common problem is related to the engine cooling system (three problems). The second most common problem is related to the engine stall (two problems).
| Problem Category | Number of Problems |
|---|---|
| Engine Cooling System problems | |
| Engine Stall problems | |
| Engine Failure problems | |
| Radiator problems |
Consumer was traveling about 40mph on higway in rush hour traffic and engine check light came on dashboard panel. She pulled over to the shoulders. Vehicle started overheating. Dealership was aware of problem. Read details...
As of July 29, 2005, my 1996 Volvo 960 started losing speed and the engine stalls without warning! thus far, no injuries have been sustained. The car has been taken off the road. On August 1, 2005, wbal-tv reported the same problems with 1999-2001 Volvos. Read details...
Upon starting up vehicle engine would not start. A neighbor started yelling for her husband to get out of vehicle. Vehicle had caught on fire, and flames were coming from below the vehicle while engine attempted to start, even though the key was removed from ignition. Read details...