1996 Volvo 960 electrical problems

Filed Aug 24, 2009 · Electrical · 177,000 miles · GA

I live in ga and last friday I was coming home from work in the rain, I hit a big puddle and my car stalled out then came back on after I cleared the puddle, I checked underneath when I got home and there was nothing loose that I could see. This was the first time this has ever happened to me. My car is a 1996 volvo 960 with 177,000 miles on it, it runs good but does have other electrical issues too.

Filed Jun 2, 2005 · Electrical · WA

Dt: consumer states while driving his vehicle the fan relay switch melted, causing the vehicle to start smoking. After stopping the vehicle and disconnection of the battery the smoke ended after about 20 minutes.

Filed Nov 4, 2003 · Electrical · 55,000 miles · IL

Dash lights go off and on when the headlights are on.

Filed Jul 2, 2001 · Electrical, Engine · OH · fire

Upon starting up vehicle engine would not start. A neighbor started yelling for her husband to get out of vehicle. Vehicle had caught on fire, and flames were coming from below the vehicle while engine attempted to start, even though the key was removed from ignition. No determination has been made as to cause of this fire. Insurance company was going to have vehicle removed. *ak area of fire origin was in the engine are, possible engine failure.

Filed Nov 15, 2000 · Body, Brakes · CA

Thermostat was sticking, causing vehicle to overheat, when consumer got vehicle back, he had to take it back because the coolant cap and reservoir were not holding pressure. Radiator neck was broken. Ignition coils had hair line fractures. Inside door handle was loose and needed replaced. Brake pads and rotors were replaced. Battery failed.

Filed Sep 27, 2000 · Electrical · CA

Over a period of 4 years vehicle cut off while driving at any speed. Dealership has changed various components. Vehicle will operate safely for a while, but problem comes right back. Please list any further information.

Filed Jul 5, 2000 · Electrical · CA

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. *ak

Filed Oct 21, 1999 · Acceleration, Body · NY

Throttle plate was sticking causing rough idle. Nlm

Filed Dec 15, 1998 · Brakes, Electrical · VA

Anti lock brakes failed resulting in vehicle collision.

Filed Dec 10, 1998 · Brakes, Electrical · VA · crash

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.