1995 Volvo 960
The Verdict
Worst problem area
Engine
Engine leads by volume: 14 of 57 complaints (25%) mention it. Complaints mentioning Airbags & Restraints include more reported injuries (3) than those mentioning any other identified area.
Data last changed . Sources: NHTSA complaints and recalls, EPA fuel economy data. Methodology
Cost, Fuel Economy & Complaint History
| Category | 1995 | 1996 | vs. 1995 Compact Cars |
|---|---|---|---|
| Annual fuel cost ($) | 3,450 | 4,100–4,300 | |
| Combined MPG | 18 | 18–19 | |
| City / Highway MPG | 15 / 23 | 16 / 22–24 | |
| CO₂ tailpipe (g/mi) | 494 | 468–494 | |
| Complaints filed | 57 | 60 | |
| Recalls issued | 1 | 0 | |
| Crash-involved complaints | 11 | 8 | |
| Fire-involved complaints | 5 | 1 | |
| Injuries reported | 9 | 10 | |
| Deaths reported | 0 | 0 | |
| Configurations compared | 1 | 2 |
Not compared: this database has no vehicle sales or registration figures, so a raw count mostly reflects how many were sold, not how safe the vehicle is.
Common questions
How many recalls does the 1995 Volvo 960 have?
1 NHTSA recall campaign as of Sep 16, 2026. Check your VIN with NHTSA to see whether one applies to your car.
What is the most common complaint about the 1995 Volvo 960?
Engine: 14 of 57 NHTSA complaints (25%) mention it.
What gas mileage does the 1995 Volvo 960 get?
EPA rates it 18 MPG combined.
How much does it cost to fuel a 1995 Volvo 960?
EPA estimates $3,450 a year in fuel costs, using EPA's assumptions.
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EPA-Rated Configurations (2)
| Configuration | Transmission | Cylinders | Displacement | Drivetrain | Fuel Type | Vehicle Class | City | Highway | Combined | Annual Fuel Cost | CO₂ |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Configuration 1 | Automatic 4-spd | 6 | 2.9L | Rear-Wheel Drive | Regular | Compact Cars | 15 mpg | 23 mpg | 18 mpg | $3,450 | 494 g/mi |
| Configuration 2 | Automatic 4-spd | 6 | 2.9L | Rear-Wheel Drive | Regular | Small Station Wagons | 15 mpg | 23 mpg | 18 mpg | $3,450 | 494 g/mi |
Complaints by Category
| Category | Complaints | Crash-Involved | Fire-Involved | Injuries | Deaths |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Engine | 14 | 0 | 3 | 0 | 0 |
| Transmission & Drivetrain | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Fuel System | 9 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0 |
| Electrical | 3 | 0 | 2 | 0 | 0 |
| Brakes | 6 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Steering | 4 | 1 | 1 | 1 | 0 |
| Suspension, Wheels & Tires | 5 | 1 | 0 | 1 | 0 |
| Airbags & Restraints | 10 | 1 | 0 | 3 | 0 |
| Driver Assistance & Speed Control | 8 | 7 | 0 | 2 | 0 |
| Body, Seats & Latches | 7 | 1 | 1 | 2 | 0 |
| Visibility & Lighting | 3 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Other | 3 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
A complaint that names more than one category is counted in each, so the rows can add up to more than the total number of complaints.
Recalls (1)
AIR BAGS:FRONTAL · Campaign 94V215000 · Nov 22, 1994
Defect: THE DRIVER'S SIDE AIR BAG MODULE MAY NOT PROPERLY DEPLOY.
Consequence: THIS WOULD RESULT IN REDUCED ACCIDENT/INJURY PROTECTION FOR THE DRIVER IN THE EVENT OF A COLLISION.
Remedy: DEALERS WILL REPLACE THE DRIVER'S AIR BAG MODULE.