1992 Volvo 960 problems
The Volvo 900 Series is a range of executive cars produced by the Swedish manufacturer Volvo Cars from 1990 to 1998. The 900 Series was introduced in 1990 to replace the 700 Series from which it derived. Prior to the end of its production, the 960 was renamed as the Volvo S90 (saloon) and Volvo V90 (estate), and the 940 was renamed 940 Classic, becoming the last rear-wheel-drive cars from Volvo, until the 2023 Volvo XC40.
Visible differences between the 700 and the 900 Series included redesigned rear styling of the saloon models (late 700 estates and early 900 estates are visually identical). The 960 was introduced in 1991 along with a new family of modular engines, and then was substantially revised for the 1995 model year, improving the handling. The range was augmented by the new Volvo 850 in 1991. The last of the 900s was sold in 1998. Some 900 Series were built as chassis for ambulances and hearses after the main production run had been completed.
Volvo 940
Introduced in September 1990, the 940 was essentially a cosmetic reskin of the 740 aside from the completely redesigned rear from the C pillar back on the sedan. The new, taller trunk did diminish rearward vision but provided a larger opening to a larger boot than on the 700-series. The dashboard and seats were all new, offering a bit more headroom and the option of an integrated child booster seat in the rear. All drivetrains, and most options available in the 940 had been available in the 740, with the exception of the 780 Coupé. The 940 was more closely related to the 740 than the 760, sharing similar drivetrain choices and sheet metal from the A-pillar forward. In contrast, the 960 was an evolution of the 760. The 760 / 960 front sheet metal, independent rear suspension, dashboard, and other interior features were all exclusive to the two upscale models. The 940 estate, introduced in May 1991, was almost identical to its 740 estate predecessor.
The engines options were carried over from the 740, with 8-valve 2-litre (B200) and 2.3-litre (B230) four cylinder gasoline engines, either naturally aspirated or turbocharged, as well as the familiar 2.4-litre Volkswagen six-cylinder diesel and turbodiesels being fitted. There were also 16-valve versions of the gasoline engines fitted on some 1991 and 1992 models (B204, B234, naturally aspirated). The 2-litre 16-valve engine was fitted to the 940 base model in Italy at the time of introduction, to mark it being a step up from the 740. After the 740 was discontinued, the eight-valve engine found its way into the 940 as well. The 2.3-litre turbocharged version produces 165 PS (121 kW); Volvo sold a chip tuning kit called Turbo+ which boosted the power to 190 PS (140 kW).
In 1994, gasoline engine range was limited to 2.3 engines in Britain, but the 2.0-litre engines remained available in markets with tight tax limits, such as Italy, Belgium, and Portugal. A low-pressure turbocharged version of the B230, the B230FK, debuted in 1994 – maximum power was only up slightly over the B230FB, from 131 to 135 PS (96 to 99 kW), but torque increased throughout the range and there was virtually no turbo lag due to the small size of the charger. The 155 PS (114 kW) turbocharged 2.0 was first presented in February 1991. Originally intended for Italy and other markets with significant taxation thresholds at two litres, it was later also installed in the British-market 940 SE. The most commonly found engines on 940s were the naturally aspirated B230FB with 131 PS (96 kW) (all markets but US), B230FD with 115 PS (85 kW) (mainly for the US market), the turbocharged B230FK and FT, and the D24TIC diesel engine with 116 PS (85 kW). The share of sales for the turbodiesel were much lower for the 900-series than in earlier years.
Engines were fitted with either a 5-speed (M47) or 4-speed+overdrive (M46) manual gearbox or an automatic transmission, either Aisin-Warner AW70/71/72 (3-speed+overdrive) or ZF 4HP22 (4-speed) for some B230FB (or E) and diesel engines. In 1995, the manual gearbox was replaced with a full 5-speed (M90), and the ZF was abandoned for gasoline engines and fitted only on diesels.
The SE emblem denoted very different trim and engine levels in different countries. In Sweden, the 940 SE was an ordinary non-turbo 940 with some optional extras as standard, most notably painted mirrors and bumpers. In the UK it was a high trim level available with all engines (from 2.0 to 2.3 turbo). In Australia, the 940 SE was a high trim level with only the 2.3 Turbo B230FT with some extras as standard and featured, rather unusually, full painted bumpers. In Thailand the 940 SE was a Turbo (LPT) model with leather seats, ABS brakes and SRS Airbag. In the US, the 940 SE utilised the body from the 960 (different dashboard, firewall, hood, recessed windscreen wipers etc) with the four-cylinder B230FT engine, the 940 SE badge presumably chosen by Volvo in order to maintain the link between name and number of cylinders.
From MY 1993 on, in Italy all 940 estates were badged "Polar" (engine B200F) or "Super Polar" (engine B200FT). Towards the end of the model cycle, certain countries (as Sweden, Germany and Switzerland) received a well equipped, limited series badged "Classic". Production of the 940 series extended from 1990 to 1998 with a total of 246,704 units of sedan and 231,677 units of estate. The Volvo 940 is among the last in the long-running line of rear-wheel drive cars from Volvo.
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Common 1992 Volvo 960 problems
Based on the information from the sources provided, here are some common problems with the Volvo 960 1992 based on complaints from owners:
- Overheating Issues:
- Some 960s have experienced overheating problems, often due to a stuck thermostat.
- Sudden Idle Surge: ECT Sensor Failure:
- Owners have reported sudden very high idle surges while sitting at idle, which can be attributed to ECT sensor failure.
- Transmission Troubles:
- The Volvo 960 has been known to have a higher rate of transmission troubles, especially related to overheating issues.
- Starting Issues:
- Complaints include starting problems where the car cranks but does not start immediately, requiring the ignition to be left on for a period before starting successfully.
These issues highlight common concerns reported by Volvo 960 owners, ranging from mechanical problems like sway bar bushings to more complex issues such as transmission troubles and starting difficulties. Owners have shared experiences related to these problems, emphasizing the importance of regular maintenance and prompt attention to prevent further complications.
What is the mpg on a 1992 Volvo 960?
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| Fuel Economy | ||
| City 16/Hwy 24/Comb 19 MPG | City 28/Hwy 35/Comb 31 MPG | City 22/Hwy 32/Comb 26 MPG |
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What's the difference between Volvo 940 and a 960?
In general terms, 960 trim is a step up from the equivalent 940; leather is standard on 960 GLEs, but you need to go for the top 940 CD for similar luxury The exceptions are the final 940 versions, which were really given a boost.
How many miles per gallon does a 1996 Volvo 960 get?
It still delivers about 20mpg/City 27mpg/HWY.
What was the last year of the Volvo 960?
VOLVO 960 (1990-1997)
What is the mpg on a 1992 Volvo 960?
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| See Details | See Details | |
| Fuel Economy | ||
| City 16/Hwy 24/Comb 19 MPG | City 28/Hwy 35/Comb 31 MPG | City 22/Hwy 32/Comb 26 MPG |
| Fuel Type |
What's the difference between Volvo 940 and a 960?
In general terms, 960 trim is a step up from the equivalent 940; leather is standard on 960 GLEs, but you need to go for the top 940 CD for similar luxury The exceptions are the final 940 versions, which were really given a boost.
What year was the Volvo 960 made?
Autumn 1990 saw the launch of the Volvo 960, in time for the 1991 model year. The new Volvo 960 succeeded the outgoing Volvo 760, which had been on the market since 1982.
What is the top speed of the 1995 Volvo 960?
VOLVO 960 3.0L 4AT RWD (204 HP)
| PERFORMANCE SPECS | |
|---|---|
| Top Speed: | 130.5 mph (210 km/h) |
| Acceleration 0-62 Mph (0-100 kph): | 9.1 s |
1992 Volvo 960 car problems categorized by type of issue
After analyzing all complaints sent to the NHTSA and researching popular Volvo 960 problems, we found that the most common problems with these 2023 model year vehicles are:
- Engine and engine cooling problems
- Electrical system problems
- Tires problems
- Steering problems
- Air bags problems
The graph below shows statistics for all 1992 Volvo 960 vehicle components and the number of complaints received.
1992 Volvo 960 complaints
The NHTSA has received 22 complaints about various vehicle components related to the 1992 Volvo 960.
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2006-08-28
- VIN: YV1KW9504N0
- Components: ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
- Summary: 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
ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING,ELECTRICAL SYSTEM PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2006-09-01
- VIN: YV1KW9504N0
- Components: ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING,ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
- Summary: 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
TIRES PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2024-11-24
- VIN: YV1KS9502N0
- Components: TIRES
- Summary: 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 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.
ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 1901-01-01
- VIN: YV1KW9509N0
- Components: ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
- Summary: 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
ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2024-11-24
- VIN: YV1KW9501N0
- Components: ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
- Summary: 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 AND ENGINE COOLING PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 1998-11-01
- VIN: YV1KW9501N0
- Components: ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
- Summary: 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
STEERING PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 1999-10-10
- Number Of Injuries: 1
- VIN: YV1KS9503N0
- Components: STEERING
- Summary: WHILE DRIVING THE VEHICLE SUDDENLY SWERVED AND RESULTED IN COLLISION WITH THE ROAD BARRIER. *MJS
ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 1999-11-11
- VIN: YV1KW9501N0
- Components: ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
- Summary: 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 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
ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 1999-11-11
- VIN: YV1KW9501N0
- Components: ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
- Summary: 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 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
ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 1999-11-16
- VIN: YV1KS9501N0
- Components: ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
- Summary: 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 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 AND ENGINE COOLING PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2024-11-24
- Components: ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
- Summary: ENGINE BLOCK CRACKED, CAUSING FUEL LEAKAGE. PLEASE GIVE ANY FURTHER DETAILS.*AK
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2000-02-13
- Fire: 1
- VIN: YV1KS950N00
- Components: ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
- Summary: 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
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2000-02-12
- Fire: 1
- VIN: YV1KS9505N0
- Components: ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
- Summary: 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 AND ENGINE COOLING PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 1999-03-02
- VIN: YV1KW9509N0
- Components: ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
- Summary: ENGINE BLOCK LEAKS COOLANT TO THE OUTSIDE. AT FAILURE THE ESCAPING COOLANT PRODUCED SMOKE AND ENGINE OVERHEATES. YH
ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 1999-04-16
- VIN: YV1KW9513N0
- Components: ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
- Summary: 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 BAGS PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2024-11-24
- VIN: YV1KS9501N0
- Components: AIR BAGS
- Summary: AIR BAG WARNING LIGHT REMAINS ILLUMINATED, INDICATING MALFUNCTION WITHIN THE SYSTEM. CAUSE UNKNOWN. DEALER CANNOT IDENTIFY THE PROBLEM. PLEASE GIVE ANY FURTHER DETAILS. *AK
ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 1997-12-22
- VIN: YV1KW9501N0
- Components: ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
- Summary: DRIVER ATTEMPTED TO START VEHICLE, THERE WAS AN EXPLOSION AND SMOKE POURED FROM FROM UNDER THE HOOD. UPON INSPECTION, FOUND THE INTACT MANIFOLD HAD BEEN FORCIBLY SEPARATED FROM THE ENGINE, THE MAIN FUEL LINE BETWEEN THE FUEL PUMP AND THE FUEL DISTIBUTER WAS SEVERED, AND A CUP OR MORE OF FUEL LAY PUDDLED UNDER THE VEHICLE.
ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 1997-10-08
- VIN: YV1KS9500N0
- Components: ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
- Summary: TIMING CHAIN BROKE CAUSING ENGINE TO FAIL.
ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2024-11-24
- VIN: YV1KW9509N0
- Components: ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
- Summary: THE ENGINE BLOCK IS CRACKED, CAUSING THE VEHICLE TO LEAK OIL AND COOLANT. THE DEALER HAS BEEN NOTIFIED. *AK
ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 1996-10-08
- Components: ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
- Summary: CONSUMER WAS DRIVING AND CAR STOPPED WITH NO WARNING, DEALER SAID IT WAS THE TIMMING BELT . PLEASE DESCRIBE . *AK
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 1992-06-19
- VIN: JV1KS9506N0
- Components: ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
- Summary: VEHICLE STALLS /VIBRATES IN TRAFFIC WITHOUT ANY PRIOR WARNING. *AK
ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 1995-07-05
- VIN: YV1KW9507N0
- Components: ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
- Summary: TIMING BELT BROKE CAUSING MAJOR INTERNAL DAMAGE TO ENGINE; ACCORDING TO MANUAL, TIMING BELT SHOULD HAVE BEEN CHANGED AT 60,000 MILES. TT
Negative 1992 Volvo 960 car reviews
Positive 1992 Volvo 960 car reviews
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I have newer cars, but I always prefer this one. It's fast, but it never draws attention to the cops. My dogs love it because it's not so high off the ground and easy to get into. It runs along at 80+ like a Mercedes, without the Mercedes nonsense of sky-high repair bills.
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Great car overall! I use it as my daily driver and to commute 20 minutes every day. It's great on gas, has a smooth ride, and superb quality.
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The last of the rear wheel drive Volvo (later called S/V90) was truly a perfect combination of power and comfort. The smooth inline 6 aluminum engine produced 200HP (1995+ models dropped to 180HP - cam profile changed to higher torque at lower RPM). The Nivomat suspension provides superior ride quality even with a full load (1030LBS). Priority maintenance includes the timing belt (30K). For more information, please visit www.brickboard.com.
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Are you having problems with your 1992 Volvo 960?
Bradley Gaylord 2024-10-14
Volvo cars may not be the best fit for everyone, but it's important to note that every car brand has its own set of issues. In this particular case, the car experienced some mechanical and electrical problems that were addressed. It's important to note that these issues are not necessarily indicative of the overall quality of the brand. It's always recommended to do thorough research and consult with experts before making a purchase decision.