1997 Volvo 850
NHTSA has received 142 complaints about the 1997 Volvo 850, and 24% of them involve brakes. Next are electrical system (11%) and seats (8%).
At a glance
- Complaints
- 142 filed with NHTSA
- Most reported
- Brakes 24% of complaints
- Recalls
- 3
- Fuel economy
- 19 to 21 MPG combined
Sources: NHTSA complaints, recalls and 5-Star ratings; U.S. EPA
Problems owners report
NHTSA has received 142 complaints about the 1997 Volvo 850, and 24% of them involve brakes. Next are electrical system (11%) and seats (8%).
Recalls
The 1997 Volvo 850 is affected by 3 safety recall campaigns in NHTSA's records.
Fuel economy
The EPA lists 8 versions of the 1997 Volvo 850. Combined fuel economy ranges from 19 to 21 MPG; the most efficient version is rated 18 city / 26 highway.