Volvo 850 wipers problems

Filed Jan 14, 2011 · Electrical, Locks · 150,805 miles · PA

Tl* the contact owns a 1996 volvo 850. The contact stated that when traveling over different deviations on the road, the rear end of the vehicle would fish tail. In addition, the vehicle would sporadically stall without warning. The contact would have to receive a jump start in order to restart the vehicle each time the vehicle stalled. The dealer was notified who was unable to duplicate the failure. The contact tried contacting the manufacturer via web mail but to no avail. The vehicle was not repaired or diagnosed. The current mileage was 151,805 and the failure mileage was approximately 150,805. Updated 03/02/11 *bf the consumer stated the trunk lid latch was faulty. The windshield wiper arm flew off while driving in the rain. Updated 04/29/11

Filed Dec 28, 2006 · Visibility · PA

Drivers side wiper does not clear windshield. They say to tighten nut but it no longer works. I would have to replace total assembly. I was told this is a persistent problem with the 850. Shouldn't this be fixed by volvo?

Filed Oct 4, 2005 · Brakes, Electrical · 133,000 miles · MD

. I have spent $2200 in the last 3 months while herb gordon tries to figure out the problem with the brakes. They have replaced the brake master cylinder, cleaned and resealed the brake calipers and now as a last resort are replacing the internal ABS system, which finally fixed the problem. Ignition switch replaced, the windshield wiper bolts came loose causing the windshield wipers to stop in the middle of driving on a highway in the rain, air sensors and oxygen sensors seem to need replacing at least twice a year.

Filed Oct 3, 2005 · Visibility · 200,000 miles · MD

Driver side windshield wiper blades no longer contacts glass because motor spindle axis has become misaligned forcing wiper arm up. Suspect that mounting plate or bracket for motor has become distorted/bent. I bent arm for temporary fix. Other owners of volvo 850 have reported similar problems (www.brickboard).

Filed Jan 21, 2004 · Steering, Visibility · 39,000 miles · NJ

Windshield wipers quit working while in use. The arm fell off. Windshield wiper motor was replaced. Also, the power steering rack needed to be replaced because steering fluid was leaking.

Filed Jan 15, 2004 · Brakes · CT

1996 volvo 850's are plagued with rear main seal failures which cause oil to leak onto clutches as well as on to the exhaust systems, creating the potential for fires. 1996 volvo 850's are also plagued with ABS control module failures in that the ABS and traction control systems fail to operate at times. This is due to a defective computer module. Volvo 850's are also plagued with poor drivers side wiper designs that result in a large portion of the windshield not being swept by the wiper, washer nozzles return valves also fail frequently, preventing washer fluid from recahing the windshield.

Filed Aug 5, 2002 · Visibility · VA

The nut that locks down the wiper on the driver's side comes loose over and over constituting a very hazardous situation. I have tightened it nearly to the point of bending the wiper asssembly. Thnx.

Filed Feb 20, 2001 · Brakes, Electrical · OH

Left front caliper broke in january 1999, roght front caliper broke at this time. Parts were on back order. Consumer was told it would take 3 months to get vehicle repaired. *ak consumer has had many problems with vehicle, instrument lights were replaced, dash bulb lights and other bulbs replaced. Headlight wiper and windshield wiper blades replaced. Consumer smelled an odor in the air conditioner and later the air conditioner was not cooling properly, dealer replaced the temperature sensor, evaporator, receiver, and dryer. Battery failed and was replaced, consumer had a recall on the central electrical relay and when returning to vehicle that was shut off the phone and radio were on. Coolant light illuminated 4 times, finally dealer replaced the coolant filler cap, engine light keeps illuminated, dealer has replaced the pnp switch, oxygen sensor, air pump, and check valve, the air pump and check valve were replaced twice, the timing belt has also been replaced. Abs sensor cable has been replaced, calipers have been replaced 3 times, front brake pads, rotors, and front disc brakes have been replaced.

Filed Mar 15, 2000 · Visibility · CA

During inclement weather the consumer windshield wiper failed causing poor visibility, when taken to the garage the service manager removed and replaced the fuse and it has work ever since. Nlm

Filed Jan 20, 2000 · Visibility · CT

Windshield wipers experience a problem with a bolt attached to the arm of the motor would not stay tightened, and causes the wipers to become inoperate and lead to a vehicle collison due to poor visibility. Vehicle been in/out of dealer shop on three occasions, and the bolt still loosened.