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NHTSA Crash Test Results
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Frontal Crash:
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Rating:
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Driver
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Passenger
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Side Crash:
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Rating:
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Front Seat
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Not Tested
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Rear Seat
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Not Tested
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Rollover Resistance:
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Rating:
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Rollover Resistance
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Not Tested
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The National Highway Traffic Safety
Administration (NHTSA) provides 3
different ratings -
full-width frontal crash test
,
side impact crash test
, and
rollover resistance
. The frontal crash test indicates how
well the safety features and restraints
will protect an occupant in a head-on
collision. The side-impact test conveys
the chance of a severe chest injury,
while the rollover resistance rating
estimates the risk of rolling over in a
single vehicle crash.
Go to
NHTSA
to learn more about these results.
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IIHS Crash Test Results
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IIHS Crash Test Results for the
1996 VOLVO 850 are not available in CARFAX Safety
& Reliability Ratings.
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Low-Speed Damage Repair
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Front Crash
Description:
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Front Crash Cost:
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Front into flat barrier
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Not tested by IIHS
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Front into angle barrier
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Not tested by IIHS
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Rear Crash
Description:
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Rear Crash Cost:
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Rear into flat barrier
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Not tested by IIHS
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Rear into pole
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Not tested by IIHS
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Average Damage Per
Test
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Not tested by IIHS
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Insurance Institute for Highway
Safety (IIHS) conducts four 5
mph crash tests to assess bumper
performance. These results
convey how well this
1996 VOLVO 850
bumpers will protect the car
body from damage in low-speed
collisions.
Low-speed damage repair
costs are obtained from
the Insurance Institute
for Highway Safety,
Highway Loss Data
Institute.
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Injury, Collision, & Theft
Indicators
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Index:
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Score:
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Rating:
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Injury Index
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76
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Better than average
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Collision Index
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111
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Average
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Theft Index
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48
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Better than average
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These scores are stated
in relative terms, with
100 being the average
for all cars in each
category. Scores greater
than 100 represent
higher risk in each
category. For example,
an injury indicator
score of 122 means that
a passenger in this
model is 22% more likely
to be injured in an
accident.
The injury,
collision, and
theft indicators
for this
1996 VOLVO 850
are provided by
the Insurance
Institute for
Highway Safety,
Highway Loss
Data Institute.
Learn
more
about these
results.
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Safety Recalls
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NHTSA Safety Recalls:
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Important: The following recalls were issued for the
1996 VOLVO 850
by the National Highway Traffic and Safety Administration (NHTSA).
To find out if a specific
1996 VOLVO 850
still has open recalls that require repair, CARFAX recommends contacting an
authorized dealership
for more information.
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Recall date:
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Not reported
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Units potentially affected:
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65,000
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NHTSA campaign number:
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02V314000
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Defective part or component:
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INTERIOR SYSTEMS:BUCKET SEATS HEATING ELEMENTS
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Description:
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On some sedans and station wagons equipped with seat heaters, it is possible that excessive compression of the seat cushion could cause damage to the electrical wiring of the seat heater. If this occurs, the damage could result in a short circuit, increasing the likelihood of a fire. Dealers will disconnect the existing wires and install a new electronic thermostat and cable harness. Volvo has not yet provided an owner notification schedule for this campaign. Owners who take their vehicles to an authorized dealer on an agreed upon service date and do not receive the free remedy within a reasonable time should contact Volvo at 1-800-458-1552.
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Recall date:
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09-24-2004
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Units potentially affected:
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226,000
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NHTSA campaign number:
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04V368000
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Defective part or component:
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FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE:STORAGE
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Description:
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On certain passenger vehicles, after prolonged exposure to heat, the fuel tank may seep or leak fuel at the points where the heat shield is attached. Fuel leakage, in the presence of an ignition source, could result in a fire. Volvo will inspect the fuel tank and replace it if any evidence of fuel seepage or leakage is found. All vehicles will receive new reinforcement bushings at the heat shield attachment points to prevent future leaks. This recall will be conducted as a safety recall in the hot weather states of Alabama, Arkansas, Arizona, California, Florida, Georgia, Hawaii, Louisiana, Mississippi, Nevada, New Mexico, North Carolina, Oklahoma, South Carolina, Tennessee, Texas, and Utah, and as a service recall in the other 33 states and the District of Columbia. Customers should contact Volvo Cars at 1-800-458-1552. Owner notification began on September 24, 2004.
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Recall date:
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10-16-1996
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Units potentially affected:
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12,530
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NHTSA campaign number:
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96V199000
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Defective part or component:
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FUEL:THROTTLE LINKAGES AND CONTROL
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Description:
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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. This condition could prevent the throttle from returning to idle position increasing the potential for a vehicle accident. Dealers will replace the throttle housing.
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This 1996 VOLVO 850 safety recall information was provided by the Insurance Institute
for Highway Safety, Highway Data Loss Institute and is derived from the
National Highway Traffic and Safety Administration
list of safety recalls. Please call the National Highway Traffic and Safety Administration Auto Safety Hotline at
1-888-DASH-2-DOT (1-888-327-4236) to report safety defects or to obtain information on
cars, trucks, child seats, and highway or traffic safety. CARFAX does not review,
validate or edit the information and statements provided by the National Highway
Traffic and Saftey Administration, which do not represent the opinion of CARFAX.
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J.D. Power Ratings
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J.D. Power and Associates uses selected highlights from the firm's quality and
customer satisfaction syndicated studies
to create the Power Ratings at the model-level. These ratings and awards are based on
model rankings within each vehicle segment, whereas Power Circle Ratings compare all
models across segments.
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Power and Associates® is a registered trademark of J.D. Power and Associates.
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Identifix Reliability Ratings
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Category:
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Comments:
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Rating:
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Engine
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No data from source
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Transmission & Driveline
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No data from source
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Steering & Suspension
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No data from source
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Brakes
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No data from source
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Heating & Air Conditioning
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No data from source
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Starting & Charging
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No data from source
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Accessories
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No data from source
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This
1996 VOLVO 850
reliability
information was provided by Identifix.
Identifix is the nation's largest technical
support service for the aftermarket auto repair
industry. CARFAX does not review, validate or edit
the information and statements provided by Identifix,
which do not represent the opinion of CARFAX.
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Original Manufacturer Warranty
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Coverage:
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Years/Mileage:
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Basic
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4 years or 50,000 miles
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Drivetrain
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4 years or 50,000 miles
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Emissions
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2 years or 24,000 miles
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Corrosion
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8 years with Unlimited mileage
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Transferable
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Transferable: not cost, unlimited owners covered.
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Roadside Assistance
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Roadside assistance is covered for 4 years or unlimited miles.
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Safety Belt & Inflatable Restraint
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No data from source
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Specific Components
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8 years or 80,000 miles
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Notes:
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Manufacturer covers emissions components under basic warranty. Emissions coverage may vary by state. Refer to owners manual for specific details. Transferable: not cost, unlimited owners covered. Roadside assistance is covered for 4 years with unlimited mileage. Corrosion coverage requires to inspection.
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This 1996 VOLVO 850 warranty information
has been provided by J&L Warranty Pros.
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New Car Test Drive Review
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Summary:
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Safety with sizzle.
By Tony Swan, NewCarTestDrive.com
The 850 line has fortified Volvo's U.S. fortunes, and it's easy to see why. They're comfortable, roomy, well-mannered, well-equipped and they deliver exceptional quality plus the latest advances in automotive safety.And for anyone who thinks Volvos come up short in the fun-to-drive department, we suggest a test drive in a Volvo 850 Turbo or, better yet, an 850 R. If that doesnt blow the cobwebs out, your next stop should be at a Porsche dealership. |
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Overview:
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It's fair to say that Volvo has one of the strongest, most clearly-defined images in the automotive industry. Even if you've never driven a Volvo, what's the first word that comes into your mind when you hear this brand name? That's right. Safety. In particular, passive safety--elements designed to protect you when sheet metal starts crumpling and you no longer have control of the situation. Along with its other strengths--durability and reliability--Volvo stood for safety when safety wasn't cool. The Swedish carmaker's pioneering work in this area has helped to make dramatic improvements in crash survivability, not only in Volvo products but throughout the industry at large. This is an enviable record, but there's just one problem. Safety is obviously important, and it's increasingly high on the priority lists of today's car buyers. But safety isn't exactly exciting. Although Volvo's new 850 sedans and wagons measure up to European standards of stability and agility, their outstanding performance in the realm of occupant protection conjures up visions of amored personnel carriers. All of which explains the 850R, the newest member of Volvo's front-drive 850 lineup. It has all the usual Volvo virtues, but it has something more compelling, something we don't usually associate with this brand: This here Svenska can scoot, ladies and gentlemen. It has the handling and brakes you'd expect of something wearing a BMW badge, and it can hustle from 0 to 60 mph in about 6 seconds.
Read the complete
1996 Volvo 850 review
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© 2002 NewCarTestDrive.com
CARFAX does not review, validate or edit the information and statements provided by NewCarTestDrive.com, which do not represent the opinion of CARFAX.
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Awards
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