Alternator/generator/regulator Problems of Volvo 960

Volvo 960 owners have reported 4 problems related to alternator/generator/regulator (under the electrical system category). The most recently reported issues are listed below.

1 Alternator/generator/regulator problem of the 1996 Volvo 960

Failure Date: 09/02/1998

Consumer had to replace the alternator 2 times. The vehicle has 19,000 miles. The warranty was up this year. No remedy for the problem from the dealer & no satisfaction from the manufacturer.

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2 Alternator/generator/regulator problem of the 1996 Volvo 960

Failure Date: 07/12/1996

When driving at 50 mph the vehicle started to stall and the alternator went out. Also, the consumer was having problems with the brakes. When applying the brakes, the brakes didn't stop the vehicle, causing consumer to run into an enbankment.

3 Alternator/generator/regulator problem of the 1996 Volvo 960

Failure Date: 05/27/1996

Pnp switch failed resulting in vehicle not to start.

4 Alternator/generator/regulator problem of the 1996 Volvo 960

Alternator failed two times.


Other Common Electrical System related problems of Volvo 960

Problem Category Number of Problems
Alternator/generator/regulator problems
4
Electrical System problems
2
Ignition Coils Failure problems
2
Underhood Wiring problems
1
Battery problems
1
Ignition problems
1
Dash Wiring problems
1


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