1997 Volvo 964 Problems, Complaints & Recalls
- Compared with other 964 years
- Not enough data 1st of 3 for complaints
- Safety recalls
- 1 recall: check your VIN
- NHTSA crash rating
- Not rated
Owners have filed 1 complaint with NHTSA about the 1997 Volvo 964. That is the most of any 964 model year in the database (3 years). The most reported problem area is engine and engine cooling (1 complaints, 100%), typically at around 125,000 miles. There is 1 safety recall covering this model year.
- 1owner complaints
- 1safety recalls
- 0NHTSA investigations
- 0complaints mentioning a crash
Complaints are unverified owner reports and are not adjusted for sales volume.
Most common 1997 Volvo 964 problems
Complaints grouped by the part of the car owners reported, with the median mileage when the problem happened.
| Problem area | Complaints | Share | Median miles | Owners mention most | Typical repair cost |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Engine and Engine Cooling | 1 | 100% | 125,000 | — | — |
| Fuel System, Gasoline | 1 | 100% | 125,000 | — | — |
One complaint can list several problem areas, so shares can add up to more than 100%.
1997 Volvo 964 recalls (1)
Tap a recall to see the problem, the risk and the fix.
Vehicle speed control
Problem: The screws which attach the throttle plate to its axle (shaft) can loosen allowing the throttle plate to come in contact with the throttle housing.
Risk: This condition could prevent the throttle from returning to idle position increasing the potential for a vehicle accident.
Fix: Dealers will replace the throttle housing.
To see whether a specific car still has an open recall, enter its VIN on NHTSA's official recall lookup. You can also decode a VIN here.
Recent owner reports
Short excerpts of the latest complaints filed with NHTSA, with personal details removed. Full reports can be searched on NHTSA.gov.
The leaking fuel rail spurts gasoline onto the hot automobile engine, causing gasoline fumes in the passenger compartment and is potentially dangerous. There is risk of fire due to this hazard. Volvo dealers are aware that this problem exists. I have contacted volvo na customer care but they have…
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Frequently asked questions
What are the most common problems with the 1997 Volvo 964?
Owners most often report engine and engine cooling, fuel system, gasoline problems. The top one, engine and engine cooling, accounts for 1 complaint.
Was there a recall on the 1997 Volvo 964?
Yes, 1 safety recall. Enter your VIN at NHTSA.gov to check whether the repairs were done on your car.
Was the 1997 Volvo 964 a good year?
Complaint data can't fully answer that, because counts aren't adjusted for sales. Compared with other 964 model years, the 1997 has too little data to compare. Always get a pre-purchase inspection and check the VIN for open recalls.