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1996 Volvo 850 repairs by problem area
Engine (40%)
Transmission and Drivetrain (6%)
Brakes and Traction Control (9%)
Suspension and Steering (17%)
Electrical and Air Conditioning (18%)
Paint, Rust, Leaks, Rattles, and Trim (1%)
Other (9%)
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Chart based on 139 repairs.
1996 Volvo 850 suspension repair cost distribution
$2500+ (4%)
$1000 - $2499 (4%)
$500 - $999 (24%)
$100 - $499 (36%)
< $100 (32%)
Chart based on 25 repair trips. The repair cost chart excludes repairs made under warranty, do-it-yourself repairs, and repair trips that include maintenance.
1996 Volvo 850 4-door
turbocharged 5-cylinder automatic 2WD
| 177000 mi US $50 |
Front sway bar end links replaced. |
| 206000 mi US $400 |
replaced end links, shocks. |
| 201500 mi C $700 |
seized upper strut bearings both sides front |
| 103000 mi US $40 |
Replaced struts, strut bearings and spring seats |
| 118300 mi US $300 |
Replaced front hub/bearing assembly with Timken because of noise Replaced control arms tie rod ends and stabliser links with Mayle parts |
| 224000 mi US $735 |
Replaced left front bearing. |
| 141000 mi US $700 |
Power steering pump wore out. |
| 150000 mi US $550 |
Replaced suspension parts on front end. |
| 227000 mi US $650 |
Lower control arm and half shaft replacement. |
1996 Volvo 850 4-door
5-cylinder manual 2WD
| 157480 mi | Anti-roll bar drop links worn out. Diagnosed by a mechanic, but parts on order to self-fit. |
| 184760 mi | Rear outer suspension bush (R/H side) failed. |
| 104160 mi C $300 |
Left & right sway bar end links replaced,rear coil spring bump stop clip replaced. |
1996 Volvo 850 4-door
5-cylinder automatic 2WD
| 212700 mi US $3100 |
suspension repair |
| 179000 mi US $400 |
Replaced control arms. |
| 178000 mi US $163 |
Broken linkage - both sides replaced. |
1996 Volvo 850 4-door
4-cylinder manual 2WD
| 201000 mi £150 |
Wishbone, suspension arm had to be replaced. |
| 203000 mi £60 |
Replaced Front sway bar links. Got noticed by MOT technician. Car was tested OK, but advice was given for replacement. |
| 211000 mi £150 |
Replaced wishbone on driver's side (RH). |
| 219000 mi £158 |
Replaced rear-shocks and spings. Have put non self leveling in this time. |
| 224000 mi £45 |
Rear arm bush broke, replaced. |
1996 Volvo 850 4-door
4-cylinder automatic 2WD
| 186200 mi US $1300 |
Steering |
| 189000 mi | Shocks need to be replaced. |
| 185000 mi | Needed new shocks when sold. |
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