Volvo Wiates Problems by Year
NHTSA has 4 owner complaints and 0 safety recalls on file for the Volvo Wiates, across 2 model years (1995–1997). The 1997 model year has the most complaints (2). The most reported problem area overall is suspension.
Volvo Wiates years to avoid? What the complaint data shows
No Wiates model year stands out with more than twice the complaints of a typical year.
Model years with the most complaints
- 1997 Wiates: 2 complaints, 0 recalls
- 1995 Wiates: 2 complaints, 0 recalls
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 Wiates problems (all years)
| Problem area | Complaints | Model years | Crashes |
|---|---|---|---|
| Suspension | 2 | 1 | 0 |
| Electrical System | 1 | 1 | 0 |
| Equipment | 1 | 1 | 0 |
| Interior Lighting | 1 | 1 | 0 |
| Power Train | 1 | 1 | 0 |
| Steering | 1 | 1 | 0 |
| Visibility | 1 | 1 | 0 |
| Wheels | 1 | 1 | 0 |
All Volvo Wiates model years
| Model year | Complaints | Recalls | Crash rating | Top problem | Compared with other years |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1997 Wiates | 2 | 0 | — | Power Train | |
| 1995 Wiates | 2 | 0 | — | Suspension |
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Frequently asked questions
Which Volvo Wiates years should you stay away from?
No year stands out at twice the typical count; the most complaints are for 1997 (2), 1995 (2). 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 Wiates?
Suspension, with 2 complaints across 1 model year.
How many recalls does the Volvo Wiates have?
0 safety recalls across all model years. Each model year page lists its recalls and fixes.