1997 Volvo 850

$3,990
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1
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$4K–$4K
price range
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Avg Mileage325,000 mi
(27d ago)

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Volvo 850 Safety & Reliability

Elevated

With 3 recalls and 138 complaints, the 1997 Volvo 850 rates as elevated on the safety concern scale. Always run the VIN through NHTSA's lookup tool before signing.

3
Recalls
138
Complaints
7
Crashes
8
Fires
Recall Findings
99V2350001999-30-08
EXTERIOR LIGHTING:HEADLIGHTS:SWITCH

VEHICLE DESCRIPTION: PASSENGER VEHICLES. OPERATION OF THE HEADLIGHT SWITCH, OVER AN EXTENDED PERIOD OF TIME, CAN RESULT IN INCONSISTENT OPERATION OF THE SWITCH.

DRIVER'S COULD EXPERIENCE A LOSS OF VISIBILITY, INCREASING THE RISK OF A CRASH.

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04V3680002004-30-07
FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE:STORAGE

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.

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02V3140002002-19-11
SEATS:FRONT ASSEMBLY:SEAT HEATER/COOLER

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 THAT COULD CAUSE A FIRE.

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Source: National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA)

Top Complaint Areas

The 1997 Volvo 850's biggest weak point? SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC. It leads 138 total complaints spanning 1 years. Budget for a thorough pre-purchase inspection, especially in that area.

01Service Brakes, Hydraulic24
02Electrical System17
03Seats11
04Service Brakes, Air10
05Tires8
138 total across 1 model years (1997–1997)Full data at NHTSA.gov

Volvo 850 Fuel Economy

19–21mpg combined
·
17-18city
·
24-26hwy
·
$3,600-$4,000/yr

Fuel economy for the 1997 Volvo 850 ranges from 19 to 21 MPG combined across 8 setups. The table below breaks it down by trim so you know exactly what you're signing up for.

By Trim
850 - Automatic 4-spd
21mpg
2.4L 5-cyl · Front-Wheel Drive
18 city26 hwy~$3,600/yr-1/10 Poor
850 - Manual 5-spd
21mpg
2.4L 5-cyl · Front-Wheel Drive
18 city26 hwy~$3,600/yr-1/10 Poor
850 Wagon - Automatic 4-spd
21mpg
2.4L 5-cyl · Front-Wheel Drive
18 city26 hwy~$3,600/yr-1/10 Poor
850 Wagon - Manual 5-spd
21mpg
2.4L 5-cyl · Front-Wheel Drive
18 city26 hwy~$3,600/yr-1/10 Poor
850 - Automatic 4-spd
20mpg
2.4L 5-cyl Turbo · Front-Wheel Drive
18 city24 hwy~$3,800/yr-1/10 Poor
850 Wagon - Automatic 4-spd
20mpg
2.4L 5-cyl Turbo · Front-Wheel Drive
18 city24 hwy~$3,800/yr-1/10 Poor
850 - Automatic 4-spd
19mpg
2.3L 5-cyl Turbo · Front-Wheel Drive
17 city24 hwy~$4,000/yr-1/10 Poor
850 Wagon - Automatic 4-spd
19mpg
2.3L 5-cyl Turbo · Front-Wheel Drive
17 city24 hwy~$4,000/yr-1/10 Poor

Source: U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA)

Where to Find 1997 Volvo 850

1States

The biggest cluster of inventory is in Oregon (100%), but the remaining listings are spread across 0 other states nationwide.

Geographic distribution reflects all active listings for this model, not just 1997.

Buying a 1997 Volvo 850?

Answers to common buyer questions

Is the 1997 Volvo 850 a good car to buy?

The 1997 Volvo 850 has 3 recalls on record. There are 3 recalls on record, so check that they've been completed before buying. The most commonly reported issue area is service brakes, hydraulic, which is worth inspecting during a test drive. Review the safety data and pricing breakdown above.

Are there recalls on the 1997 Volvo 850?

There are 3 documented recalls for the 1997 Volvo 850. Don't let that scare you; most are routine. Just make sure they're all resolved before you sign. Details in the safety overview.

What's the gas mileage of the 1997 Volvo 850?

Fuel economy ranges from 19 to 21 MPG combined. If you drive 15,000 miles a year, that gap is worth about $263 annually. See the fuel economy section for per-trim data.

What are common problems with the 1997 Volvo 850?

SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC is the number-one complaint area for the 1997 Volvo 850, based on 138 NHTSA filings. During a test drive, pay extra attention to this system. See the known issues section for the full breakdown.

How does the 1997 compare to other Volvo 850 years?

Pricing, reliability, and supply vary across Volvo 850 model years. Visit the Volvo 850 buyer's guide to compare year-over-year.

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