- The problem
- The threaded insert which attaches the safety belt catch to the front seat was incorrectly manufactured.
- The risk
- This condition can reduce restraining capability ofthe safety belt in severe collisions.
- The fix
- Dealers will replace the threaded insert in the affected front seats.
Vehicle safety record
1995 Volvo 855 Problems, complaints & recalls
No owner complaints about the 1995 Volvo 855 have been filed with NHTSA. It is covered by 2 recalls, the latest in May 1995 for the power adjust.
NHTSA data checked
CAbout as many problems as a typical 855 year, for its age
- Complaints
- 0
- Recalls
- 2
- Crashes
- 0
- Fires
- 0
- Injuries
- 0
- Deaths
- 0
1995 Volvo 855 recalls 2
Recall repairs are free. Your dealer fixes them whether or not you bought the car there - check your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls to see if yours is done. What to do
- The problem
- Some of the jacks supplied with the vehicles do not have the necessary load capacity.
- The risk
- A raised vehicle can fall off the jack increasing the likelihood for personal injury or property damage.
- The fix
- Dealers will inspect and replace suspect jacks with a jack meeting the load requirements for these cars.
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Volvo 855: every year compared
All 855 years1995 Volvo 855 vs rivals
| Vehicle | Complaints | Recalls | Grade | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1995 Volvo 855 | 0 | 2 | C | |
| 1995 Volvo 850 | 129 | 3 | D | Compare |
| 1995 Volvo 960 | 57 | 1 | F | Compare |
| 1995 Volvo 940 | 27 | 0 | F | Compare |
| 1995 Volvo 964 | 1 | 2 | F | Compare |
| 1995 Volvo 965 | 1 | 2 | F | Compare |
| 1995 Volvo 900 | 1 | 0 | - | Compare |
| 1995 Volvo Heavy Truck | 1 | 0 | C | Compare |
| 1995 Volvo 740 | 1 | 0 | A | Compare |
More sales usually means more complaints, so compare similar vehicles of the same year. The grade compares each vehicle with its own model's other years.
Questions about the 1995 Volvo 855
Does the 1995 Volvo 855 have any recalls?
Yes - NHTSA lists 2 recalls for the 1995 Volvo 855: power adjust (May 1995); accessory scissor / screw / bottle jack / lift (March 1995). Recall repairs are free at any authorized dealer. Enter your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls to see whether yours has been fixed.
How many complaints has the 1995 Volvo 855 had?
None have been filed with NHTSA so far.
Is the 1995 Volvo 855 a reliable vehicle?
Its Safety Index is 50 out of 100 (grade C: about as many problems as a typical Volvo 855 year, for its age). The index weighs complaints, crashes, fires, injuries, deaths and recalls against how long the vehicle has been on the road, compared with the same model's other years. It is not a measure of every repair - read the complaints and owner experiences, and have any used vehicle inspected before you buy.
What should I do if my 1995 Volvo 855 has a problem?
If it is a safety problem, stop driving it if it is unsafe and contact your dealer. Report it to NHTSA at nhtsa.gov/report-a-safety-problem - enough reports start investigations and recalls - and share your experience here so other owners know what to look for.
Source: U.S. National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) complaints and recalls, checked . Complaints are owners' own reports and are not verified. How we use the data