1997 Volvo 855 Recalls, Problems & Safety Rating

2 safety recalls on file

The 1997 Volvo 855 has 2 safety recalls on file with NHTSA.

Owners have filed 3 complaints with NHTSA.

The most-reported problem area is Service Brakes, Air (3 reports).

2Recalls
3Owner complaints
0Crashes reported
n/aNHTSA safety rating
Is the repair still open on your 855?

A recall covers specific vehicles. Your VIN shows whether yours still needs the free repair.

1997 Volvo 855 recalls

Seats:Front Assembly:Seat Heater/Cooler

Recall 02V314Nov 19, 200265,000 vehicles affected

Vehicle Speed Control

Recall 96V199Oct 11, 199612,530 vehicles affected

Most common 1997 Volvo 855 problems

Problem areas named in the 3 complaints owners filed with NHTSA.

Problem areaReports
Service Brakes, Air3
Service Brakes, Hydraulic1

What owners report

2004-07-14, Service Brakes, Hydraulic
THE ABS LIGHT ILLUMINATED WHILE DRIVING. THE VEHICLE WAS DRIVEN TO THE DEALER FOR INSPECTION. THE DEALER INFORMED THE CONSUMER THAT ABS FAILED TO OPERATE BECAUSE THE ABS MOTOR NEEDED TO BE REPLACED. *AK *SC *JB
2004-04-12, Service Brakes, Air
REPEATED INCIDENTS OF ABS/TRACTIONCONTROL WARNING LIGHT. COMPUTER READOUT SHOWS FAILURE OF ABS/TRACS COMPUTER BOARD. *AK
2003-09-03, Service Brakes, Air
REPEATED INCIDENTS OF ABS/TRACTIONCONTROL WARNING LIGHT. COMPUTER READOUT SHOWS FAILURE OF ABS/TRACS COMPUTER BOARD. THIS PROBLEM IS MULTIPLY DESCRIBED ON THE INTERNET THJROUGH THE VOLVO CLUB OF AMERICA BULLETIN BOARD.*AK

1997 Volvo 855 questions

Does the 1997 Volvo 855 have any recalls?

Yes. NHTSA lists 2 safety recalls for the 1997 Volvo 855: Seats:Front Assembly:Seat Heater/Cooler; Vehicle Speed Control. Recall repairs are normally free at an authorized dealer.

What are the most common problems with the 1997 Volvo 855?

Based on 3 owner complaints filed with NHTSA, the most-reported problem areas are Service Brakes, Air (3), Service Brakes, Hydraulic (1).

How do I check if a recall on my 1997 Volvo 855 has been fixed?

Enter your 17-character VIN in our VIN recall check. It shows open recalls that have not been repaired on your specific vehicle. Recall repairs are normally free at an authorized dealer.

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