Air Conditioner problems of the 1996 Volvo 960

Three problems related to air conditioner have been reported for the 1996 Volvo 960. The most recently reported issues are listed below.

1 Air Conditioner problem

Failure Date: 08/21/2003

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).

2 Air Conditioner problem

Failure Date: 08/21/2003

When making a right turn vehicle makes a loud noise. Dealer has attempted to repair vehicle, but the problem continues; dealer cannot determine the cause of the problem. 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. The consumer is requesting that the repairs be made free of charge since many unnecessary repairs were made to the vehicle to alleviate the noise prior to the warranty expiring. The a/c was not cooling. The rear brake rotors wore below specs. The dealer replaced the rotors and the pads.

3 Air Conditioner problem

Failure Date: 10/15/1996

Secondary air valve failed.




Fuel Economy of 960 Vehicles
960 Service Bulletins
960 Safety Recalls
960 Defect Investigations