1992 Volvo 960 series stalled while driving at high speeds. The power windows and locks also ceased functioning when the vehicle stalled. *Kb the vehicle jerked prior to stalling. The vehicle battery would go dead if parked one day. The vehicle was taken to the dealer twice but they were unable to correct the problem. *Nm
Vehicle safety record
1992 Volvo 960 Problems, complaints & recalls
Owners have filed 21 complaints about the 1992 Volvo 960 with NHTSA, most often about the engine & cooling (14) and the electrical system (5). Those complaints describe 2 fires and 1 injury. There are no recalls for it. For comparison, the 1993 has 7.
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CAbout as many problems as a typical 960 year, for its age
#107 most complained-about 1992 vehicle
- Complaints
- 21
- Recalls
- 0
- Crashes
- 0
- Fires
- 2
- Injuries
- 1
- Deaths
- 0
Most common 1992 Volvo 960 problems
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No recalls for the 1992 Volvo 960
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21 complaints about the 1992 Volvo 960
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1992 960 Stalls while driving. *Ts the dealer attempted to remedy the problem. The vehicle continued to stall while driving at high speeds. The vehicle would make a jerking motion before shutting off. The vehicle would also stall while parking. The power windows and door locks malfunctioned. The battery died if the vehicle was parked for 1 day. The vehicle was taken to the dealer and it was determined that there was an electrical drain on the circuit for the power windows and shiftlock circuit. *Nm
Problem consisted of tread separation despite proper inflation of 40 psi and maintaining 50 mph maximum speed limit. In contacting local firestone / bridgestone dealer to claim a replacement by manufacturer warranty for this vehicle safety item, I was informed that the official decision from 'headquarters' was that my warranty claim would not be honored due to the tire being "in a hot trunk for ten years". If this is the official stance of firestone / bridgestone they should provide a written notice to all...
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affected early model volvo owners with this spare tire that their tires have a 'shelf life' and need to be discarded after a period of time despite no outward signs to the contrary. This spare tire has seen limited use as can be seen by the depth of the tread and is not showing any signs of 'dry rot'. In fact, it appears to have been coated with a preservative that has left the tire's exterior flexible and free of any cracks or outward signs of aging. For your reference, the entire dot code on the tire's side wall is wf p7 b2e t441 and there is a notation that the tire was made in spain. I can also provide nhtsa with photos of the tire in question via e-mail or ship you the actual tire for your indepth examination if provided a fed-ex or ups account number and a shipping address. Please feel free to contact me if I can provide you with any additonal information or answer any questions you may have. I will be e-mailing the nhtsa webmaster a transcript of the e-mail communication that has been circulated between firestone / bridgestone, volvo customer service and i.
Timing belt failed, dealer replaced the timing belt, drive belt, camshaft sensor and had to rebuild the cylinder head with new valves. *Slc *mj *dt ph (daughter lucy picardi on behalf of mother) *jb *cb
The aluminum alloy in the block failed resulting in a line of pinholes in the side of the block which caused low coolant in the radiator, the leak caused the vehicle to loose a gallon of coolant every ten miles causing the radiator to boil rendering the car undriveable, oil was also leaking from block parallel to those bleeding coolant. Nlm
Engine block began leaking first coolant and then oil directly through the side of the block just below the exhaust manifold. Despite efforts to plug the leak, it became so large, a gallon every 10 miltes, that the engine became unusable. We had to replac. *Ak
While driving the vehicle suddenly swerved and resulted in collision with the road barrier. *Mjs
The timing belt on this vehicle was replaced at 60000 miles service. The service invoice states "replace timing belt and install damper. R/r timing belt and damper as per bulletin" now less than 30,000 miles later the timing belt has broken with estimated repair cost of $ 3000. What is the bulletin they refer to??? Is there an implied warranty for this product replaced per the bulletin??? What is the problem that necessitated the bulletin in the first place??? Note that service bulletin 2003 regarding this vehicle...
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refers to engine replacements on this vehicle and calls for replacement with a 1995 engine incorporating a wider timing belt...... Is there a problem with the factory timing belt or assembly that would cause repeated failures??? Also...The exhaust pipe repeatedly comes apart at the catalytic converter. A friend has the same model volvo...Same exhaust pipe problem. *Ak
07/11/99 Driving the volvo +/-40 mph - not under load - & engine quit - metal on metal noise - pulled off roadway & called a wrecker. Timing belt had broken 1,250 miles short of next change. Called volvo of north america - they stated it was a matter btwn me & dealer who last changed the timing belt. This dealer (sonny king volvo, birminghan, al) is now out of business - but work order showed no evidence that the timing belt was replaced - even though the charge for service was exactly what the service manager...
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quoted me for a belt replacement & the rest of the 60,000 mile service. I paid for the maintenance - it was never rendered. Volvo of north america stated "it's a lick on you for not reading your service order." I paid $2,300 for a complete new head & replacement costs. Got the car back in the fall, drove it about 2 weeks and it started spraying oil all over the exhaust system. The local volvo dealer who did the head replacement took the car back - did some repair, at no cost & returned the vehicle within a week. The car never ran correctly and lost coolant everytime it was driven. In november of 1999 - it got so it required more coolant than fuel so I garaged the car until I had time to get it checked out by another volvo shop. Used the vehicle for short (around town) trips - in february - I noticed it was taking on more than a gallon of water to drive 16 miles to work & back - had the volvo trailered back to the volvo shop that changed the head - was informed the aluminum block had cracked and now I need to come up with $7,200 (roughly) for a new block. I can get it down to +/- $4,000 to get a used engine. Volvo of north america again notified and their response to my wife was, "you were lucky to get 100,000 miles out of the car. We don't make that model anymore. This problem is between you and the dealer that changed the head." *Ak
Engine block cracked, causing fuel leakage. Please give any further details.*Ak
After turning the ignition car when up in flames. Volvo claims that the damage was so severe that they could not find a cause. *Ak
After turning the key smoke came up from under the front hood. In spite of taking the key out the engine continued to make noise. Occasionally the engined stopped, but then started again. Eventually the whole engine compartment when up in flames. I want to report this and found out if this is a known problem. Thank you. *Ak
Engine block leaks coolant to the outside. At failure the escaping coolant produced smoke and engine overheates. Yh
The original cylinder block cracked in the same spot as the replacement. Volvo has two service bulletins on replacing defective/damaged cyclinder blocks for this model: 221943 march 97 and 221945 june 97. Volvo is unwilling to take responsibilty for a possible design defect.
Air bag warning light remains illuminated, indicating malfunction within the system. Cause unknown. Dealer cannot identify the problem. Please give any further details. *Ak
#2 Piston broke between oil ring slot and compression ring slot causing engine failure.
TIMING CHAIN BROKE CAUSING ENGINE TO FAIL.
The engine block is cracked, causing the vehicle to leak oil and coolant. The dealer has been notified. *Ak
Consumer was driving and car stopped with no warning, dealer said it was the timming belt . Please describe . *Ak
Vehicle stalls /vibrates in traffic without any prior warning. *Ak
Timing belt broke causing major internal damage to engine; according to manual, timing belt should have been changed at 60,000 miles. Tt
Volvo 960: every year compared
All 960 years1992 Volvo 960 vs rivals
| Vehicle | Complaints | Recalls | Grade | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1992 Volvo 960 | 21 | 0 | C | |
| 1992 Volvo 240DL | 25 | 0 | - | Compare |
| 1992 Volvo 940 | 16 | 0 | C | Compare |
| 1992 Volvo 740 | 8 | 0 | C | Compare |
| 1992 Volvo 944 | 1 | 1 | D | Compare |
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Questions about the 1992 Volvo 960
Does the 1992 Volvo 960 have any recalls?
NHTSA lists no recalls for the 1992 Volvo 960 right now. Recalls can be announced at any time, and this page checks NHTSA every day. You can also check your exact vehicle by VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.
What are the most common problems with the 1992 Volvo 960?
By the complaints owners filed with NHTSA, the most common problem areas are the engine & cooling (14), electrical system (5), airbags (1).
How many complaints has the 1992 Volvo 960 had?
21 complaints have been filed with NHTSA, the first on September 7, 1995 and the latest on September 15, 2006. Of these, 0 describe a crash and 2 a fire, and together they report 1 injury and 0 deaths.
Is the 1992 Volvo 960 a reliable vehicle?
Its Safety Index is 55 out of 100 (grade C: about as many problems as a typical Volvo 960 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.
Which Volvo 960 years have the most complaints?
1996 (60), 1995 (57), 1997 (25). See every Volvo 960 year compared.
What should I do if my 1992 Volvo 960 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