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1997 Volvo 850 recalls

Source: NHTSA data as of September 22, 2026. Last refreshed Sep 23, 2026, 2:43 AM UTC.

3 recalls found in NHTSA data as of September 22, 2026

For the 1997 Volvo 850. These apply to the model and year, not to one particular vehicle: check your VIN to see whether yours is included and whether it has been repaired.

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1997 Volvo 850 recalls, newest first

July 30, 2004NHTSA 04V368000226,000 vehicles potentially affected

Fuel system, gasoline › Storage

Summary
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.
Consequence
Fuel leakage, in the presence of an ignition source, could result in a fire.
Remedy
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. The recall began on September 24, 2004. Owners may contact Volvo at 1-800-458-1552.

This recall on nhtsa.gov

November 19, 2002NHTSA 02V31400065,000 vehicles potentially affected

Seats › Front assembly › Seat heater/cooler

Summary
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.
Consequence
If this occurs, the damage could result in a short circuit that could cause a fire.
Remedy
Dealers will disconnect the existing wires and install a new electronic thermostat and cable harness. Owner notification began on February 19, 2003. 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.

This recall on nhtsa.gov

August 30, 1999NHTSA 99V235000139,588 vehicles potentially affected

Exterior lighting › Headlights › Switch

Summary
Vehicle description: passenger vehicles. Operation of the headlight switch, over an extended period of time, can result in inconsistent operation of the switch.
Consequence
Driver's could experience a loss of visibility, increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy
Dealers will replace the headlight switch.

This recall on nhtsa.gov

Owner complaints

Owners have filed 107 complaints about the 1997 Volvo 850 with NHTSA. Complaints are unverified reports from the public; NHTSA uses them to decide what to investigate.

Crashes reported
7
Fires reported
7
Injuries reported
2
Deaths reported
0

Most complained-about components

  1. Service brakes34
  2. Hydraulic › Antilock/traction control/electronic limited slip9
  3. Hydraulic › Antilock/traction control/electronic limited slip › Control unit/module8
  4. Seats › Front assembly › Seat heater/cooler8
  5. Tires8

Other Volvo 850 years

Other 1997 Volvo models

Most recalled 1997 vehicles

  1. 1997 Ford F-150 (25 recalls)
  2. 1997 Honda Civic (16 recalls)
  3. 1997 Honda Accord (15 recalls)
  4. 1997 Dodge Caravan (14 recalls)
  5. 1997 Chevrolet Cavalier (13 recalls)
All of 1997’s most recalled vehicles

Questions

Does the 1997 Volvo 850 have any recalls?
3 recalls found in NHTSA data as of September 22, 2026, covering: fuel system, gasoline, seats, exterior lighting. Recalls apply to the model and year; whether a particular vehicle is included, and whether it has been repaired, depends on its VIN.
How do I check if my 1997 Volvo 850 recall has been fixed?
Enter your 17-character VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls, or ask a Volvo dealer. Recall repairs are free. NHTSA's VIN search doesn't list recalls that were already repaired.
How many complaints have owners filed about the 1997 Volvo 850?
107 complaints filed with NHTSA. Complaints are unverified reports from the public that NHTSA uses to decide what to investigate.