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1997 Volvo 850 repairs by problem area
Engine (56%)
Transmission and Drivetrain (7%)
Brakes and Traction Control (2%)
Suspension and Steering (12%)
Electrical and Air Conditioning (12%)
Paint, Rust, Leaks, Rattles, and Trim (5%)
Other (5%)
Chart based on 41 repairs.
1997 Volvo 850 engine repair cost distribution
$2500+ (0%)
$1000 - $2499 (10%)
$500 - $999 (24%)
$100 - $499 (29%)
< $100 (38%)
Chart based on 21 repair trips. The repair cost chart excludes repairs made under warranty, do-it-yourself repairs, and repair trips that include maintenance.
1997 Volvo 850
Engine not specified
| 208000 mi US $90 |
Spark Plug wire broken at cap. |
| 150000 mi US $815 |
The crank case vent system was restricted. The turbo failed. |
| 216000 mi US $414 |
Evaporative Emission leak that required dropping fuel tank to access leaking hose. |
| 175000 mi US $300 |
Upper and lower radiator hoses, oil cooler o-rings |
1997 Volvo 850 4-door
turbocharged 5-cylinder automatic 2WD
| 147000 mi US $300 |
Replaced thermostat. Replaced timing belt at the same time (preventative maint). |
| 151000 mi US $200 |
Fuel Pump Replaced. Intermitent failure over a two week period and difficult to diagnose. When working- it would lead you to believe the problem was in the fuel filter, sensors, switchers, or electronic-ignition. |
| 164000 mi US $2000 |
Fuel pump failed |
| 164000 mi US $700 |
Coolant to turbo leak |
| 140000 mi US $60 |
Replaced front o2 sensor. |
| 130000 mi US $60 |
Coolant temperature sensor. Wiring to sensor failed at solder joint, sensor end. |
| 130300 mi US $15 |
Worn idle hose. |
| 131000 mi US $20 |
Odometer gear failure. |
| 132000 mi US $48 |
Coolant expansion tank cap failed. Got OEM replacement from dealer. |
| 132000 mi | fuel pump crapped out. Replaced fuel filter and fuel pump relay as well. Oil cooler lines leaking. Replaced on advice of mechanic. O rings rolled on oil cooler lines during insertion by mechanic. Great loss of oil. New o rings and same lines re-attached. |
| 135000 mi US $800 |
Fuel pump incorrectly installed Oct 2010. Gas overflowed from top of tank on every fill up. Fuel pump damaged by fuel sitting on top of Housing where wires feed in. |
1997 Volvo 850 4-door
5-cylinder automatic 2WD
| 132680 mi A $700 |
Exhaust pipe broken and was re-welded leaking radiator replaced |
| 139280 mi A $1705 |
Fuel pump relay replaced |
| 155000 mi US $900 |
Engine rear main seal of left fron axle replaced. |
| 288000 mi US $300 |
muffler and tail pipe replacement due to rust/noise. |
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