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Expensive Volvo 850 repairs by problem area
Engine (47%)
Transmission and Drivetrain (6%)
Brakes and Traction Control (13%)
Suspension and Steering (13%)
Electrical and Air Conditioning (13%)
Paint, Rust, Leaks, Rattles, and Trim (3%)
Other (6%)
Chart based on 32 repairs.
Volvo 850 repair cost distribution
$2500+ (25%)
$1000 - $2499 (75%)
$500 - $999 (0%)
$100 - $499 (0%)
< $100 (0%)
Chart based on 12 repair trips. The repair cost chart excludes repairs made under warranty, do-it-yourself repairs, and repair trips that include maintenance.
1997 Volvo 850 4-door
turbocharged 5-cylinder automatic 2WD
| 164000 mi US $2000 |
Fuel pump failed |
| 164000 mi US $700 |
Coolant to turbo leak |
| 167000 mi US $100 |
Bottom skid plate bolt underneath engine, passenger side, came loose due to thread corrosion. Took the car to an independent Volvo mechanic who replaced the bolt and inspected/tightened other undercarriage parts. Cost (parts & labor): $60 |
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 Wiper motor replaced |
| 162000 mi US $1750 |
Replaced ABS/Traction controller removed dash cluster, replaced odometer gear and bulbs. Check for real mileage: 2/8/10 160,724 actual miles. Read and reset ABS codes. Installed used header. Replaced exhaust and flange gaskets. Cruise Control fixed: Repaired broken vacuum hose and 6 tie straps. Check Rear Washer - Replaced rear washer filter, unclogged and aimed sprayer, replaced delivery valve. |
| 165000 mi US $1875 |
The transmission gave out, and was replaced with a used transmission from a 98 V70. |
1996 Volvo 850 4-door
turbocharged 6-cylinder automatic 2WD
| 149000 mi US $1250 |
Dashboard lights were completely out. Dealer eventually discovered a malfunctioning wire; but did not replace the bulbs until the 2nd trip. |
1996 Volvo 850 4-door
turbocharged 5-cylinder automatic 2WD
| 172000 mi US $2000 |
Front cam seals and rear main seals, $765. PCV system replaced, $485. Exhaust cam replaced, $300. |
1996 Volvo 850 4-door
turbocharged 4-cylinder automatic 2WD
| 177320 mi C $50000 |
CRANK SEAL - LEAK |
1996 Volvo 850 4-door
5-cylinder manual 2WD
| 98000 mi US $1495 |
Catalytic converter cracked, noisy exhaust and O2 sensor code on check engine light. Converter replaced with aftermarket unit. Replaced rear brake pads and rotors and fixed seized calipers. |
| 98000 mi US $380 |
Heavy black smoke from exhaust. Shop diagnosed faulty air mass meter and replaced. |
| 96100 mi C $1000 |
Cracked exhaust manifold. Replaced. |
| 98580 mi C $350 |
Radio antenna wouldn't go up so reception bad. Replaced whole antenna assembly |
| 107880 mi C $500 |
Leak in the exhaust system fixed just before we sold it. |
1996 Volvo 850 4-door
4-cylinder automatic 2WD
| 186200 mi US $1300 |
Muffler Steering |
1995 Volvo 850 4-door
turbocharged 5-cylinder automatic 2WD
| 192000 mi US $1000 |
Car failed safety inspection due to front suspension (loose), failing driver's side windshield wiper mount, and hole in exhaust system. Didn't repair -donated and bought another Volvo. |
1995 Volvo 850 4-door
5-cylinder manual 2WD
| 196000 mi US $1000 |
Busted fuel lines were replaced, $731 Parking brake repaired. |
1995 Volvo 850 4-door
5-cylinder automatic 2WD
| 212700 mi US $3100 |
Oil leak, exhaust system, suspension repair |
| 138880 mi C $1500 |
Replaced rear axle |
| 201000 mi US $759 |
EGR valve plugged, replaced with OEM unit. Then had the trans flushed as PM |
| 208000 mi US $2500 |
Front engine mount broken, valve stem leaking in front tire. Hood latch and cable replaced. ECT Sensor replaced. Thermostat replaced, Radiator flushed. Replaced suspension spring seats, bump stops and bellows, Alignment, 210K Service. |
| 210000 mi US $350 |
An other "hydralic" front engine mount |
| 210000 mi US $311 |
fuel door would not release with actuator. had to replace |
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