Table 1 shows four common steering related problems of the 1996 Volvo 960. The number one most common problem is related to the power steering hose, piping, and connections (two problems). The second most common problem is related to the steering column (one problem).
| Problem Category | Number of Problems |
|---|---|
| Power Steering Hose, Piping, And Connections problems | |
| Steering Column problems | |
| Power Steering Fluid problems | |
| Steering Rack And Pinion problems |
The power steering pipe made noise. There was a noise during parking maneuvers or traveling at extremely low speeds coming form the front of the vehicle. The a/c would not cool and the brakes pulsated. (in re to odi# 10038186) Read details...
While turning steering wheel to the left or right driver would hear loud noise coming from steering column. The power steering pipe failed and caused a loud knocking sound in the front end. A service bulletin was issued for this problem in 1998. Read details...
Problems with seals on rack and pinion system. Consumer thought the power steering fluid that was added during the oil change, wasn't acceptable to the seals in the rack and pinion. Read details...