Volvo 855 Problems by Year
NHTSA has 17 owner complaints and 4 safety recalls on file for the Volvo 855, across 4 model years (1995–2000). The 1996 model year has the most complaints (7). The most reported problem area overall is service brakes, hydraulic.
Volvo 855 years to avoid? What the complaint data shows
No 855 model year stands out with more than twice the complaints of a typical year.
Model years with the most complaints
Complaint counts are not adjusted for how many cars were sold or how long each year has been on the road, so newer and less popular years naturally have fewer complaints. Use them to spot problem patterns, not as a safety ranking.
Most common Volvo 855 problems (all years)
| Problem area | Complaints | Model years | Crashes |
|---|---|---|---|
| Service Brakes, Hydraulic | 7 | 4 | 0 |
| Service Brakes, Air | 3 | 2 | 0 |
| Structure | 2 | 1 | 0 |
| Air Bags | 1 | 1 | 1 |
| Seat Belts | 1 | 1 | 0 |
| Service Brakes, Electric | 1 | 1 | 0 |
| Tires | 1 | 1 | 0 |
| Wheels | 1 | 1 | 0 |
All Volvo 855 model years
| Model year | Complaints | Recalls | Crash rating | Top problem | Compared with other years |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2000 855 | 1 | 0 | — | Service Brakes, Hydraulic | |
| 1997 855 | 3 | 2 | — | Service Brakes, Air | |
| 1996 855 | 7 | 2 | — | Service Brakes, Hydraulic | |
| 1995 855 | 6 | 2 | — | Service Brakes, Hydraulic |
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Frequently asked questions
Which Volvo 855 years should you stay away from?
No year stands out at twice the typical count; the most complaints are for 1996 (7), 1995 (6), 1997 (3). Counts are not adjusted for how many cars were sold, and newer years have had less time to collect complaints.
What is the biggest problem with the Volvo 855?
Service Brakes, Hydraulic, with 7 complaints across 4 model years.
How many recalls does the Volvo 855 have?
4 safety recalls across all model years. Each model year page lists its recalls and fixes.