We don't have a lot of complaints on file for the Volvo 850 (although feel free to add yours here) -- probably because it's so old, no one bothers to post complaints anymore.
The 1995 Volvo 850 has the most complaints, & the most-reported problem is also with the 1995 850 for engine failure.
Worst Reported Problems with the 850
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Latest Owner Complaints About the 850
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engine failure -- 1995 850:
I had to buy a new (used) engine after the first one failed. Apparently the engine was not receiving oil, because some other part broke. I cannot complain too much about the manufacturer, because the vehicle had around 150,000 miles on it, and it was an 11 year old car. The service was terrible, ... Read more »
This problem has been reported 1 times by other 1995 850 owners.
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ac/heater fan died -- 1995 850:
The fan broke after the engine failed for no good reason. Read more »
This problem has been reported 1 times by other 1995 850 owners.
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evaporator failure -- 1996 850:
Volvo has known about the air conditioner defect in 850's for years. Conveniently they don't tell you about it until it fails, at which time you are out of warranty. The evaporator leaks. It needs to be replaced and it's a major repair job, involving tearing out the entire dashboard to replace ... Read more »
This problem has been reported 1 times by other 1996 850 owners.