1996 Volvo 965 Problems, Complaints & Recalls
- Compared with other 965 years
- Not enough data 1st of 3 for complaints
- Safety recalls
- 1 recall: check your VIN
- NHTSA crash rating
- Not rated
Owners have filed 3 complaints with NHTSA about the 1996 Volvo 965. That is the most of any 965 model year in the database (3 years). The most reported problem area is electrical system (1 complaints, 33%). There is 1 safety recall covering this model year.
- 3owner complaints
- 1safety recalls
- 0NHTSA investigations
- 0complaints mentioning a crash
Complaints are unverified owner reports and are not adjusted for sales volume.
Most common 1996 Volvo 965 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Electrical System | 1 | 33% | — | — | — |
| Engine | 1 | 33% | 145,488 | — | — |
| Fuel System, Gasoline | 1 | 33% | — | — | — |
| Service Brakes, Hydraulic | 1 | 33% | — | — | — |
| Steering | 1 | 33% | — | — | — |
| Structure | 1 | 33% | — | — | — |
| Vehicle Speed Control | 1 | 33% | 145,488 | — | — |
One complaint can list several problem areas, so shares can add up to more than 100%.
Complaints by year received
1996 Volvo 965 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.
Tl* the contact owns a 1996 volvo 965. While driving approximately 15 mph, the check engine warning light illuminated. The failure recurred numerous times. The vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic where it was diagnosed that the throttle housing needed to be replaced. The vehicle was not…
There was a crack in power steering hose, causing power steering fluid to leak, rendering vehicle undriveable. Dealer was repairing vehicle.*ak
Electrical problems experienced causing component failures.
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Frequently asked questions
What are the most common problems with the 1996 Volvo 965?
Owners most often report electrical system, engine, fuel system, gasoline problems. The top one, electrical system, accounts for 1 complaint.
Was there a recall on the 1996 Volvo 965?
Yes, 1 safety recall. Enter your VIN at NHTSA.gov to check whether the repairs were done on your car.
Was the 1996 Volvo 965 a good year?
Complaint data can't fully answer that, because counts aren't adjusted for sales. Compared with other 965 model years, the 1996 has too little data to compare. Always get a pre-purchase inspection and check the VIN for open recalls.