1997 Volvo 850 Tires Problems
- Complaints
- 9about this part
- Share
- 8%of 107 total for the year
- Median mileage
- 119,000miles
- Trend
- Not enough dataFewer than 15 complaints, too few for a reliable trend.
NHTSA recorded 9 complaints about the tires of the 1997 Volvo 850, 8% of the 107 complaints for this model year. Where a mileage was given, the median is 119,000 miles. 1 of these say a crash was involved, according to the filers.
Fewer than 15 complaints name this part, so treat the figures as a rough indication only.
Example complaints
Selected from NHTSA records; personal details are removed. They are consumer reports, not findings.
“The tire dealer recommended michelin primacy mxv4 as a replacement tire for my 1997 Volvo 850 (normally aspirated) sedan. The michelin website described this tire as an acceptable substitute for the tires specified by Volvo because michelin no longer offers high performance tires in my size. Stopping power is much worse with these new michelin tires. They squeal easily, even at Volvo's highest recommended air pressure (36psi). I had difficulty stopping from 50mph in an emergency, for the first time in my 17 year ownership of this vehicle. I blame these new comfort oriented tires.”
NHTSA complaint #10628627, filed 2014-08, 119,000 miles“The uniroyal factory representative that I recently spoke to by telephone was not concerned about the failure of all 4 of these tires that I purchased in may 1999. I felt that it was crucial to notify the NHTSA regarding my experience with these uniroyal tires, so that I may prevent a fellow citizen(s) from suffering from injury and/or death as a result of the failure of one of the same tires. (DOT number: bet2 beuu tiresize: p205/55r16)”
NHTSA complaint #756336, filed 2002-01“The contact owns a 1997 Volvo 850. While driving approximately 65 MPH, the vehicle began to vibrate for approximately 5 to 10 minutes. The tread then began to separate from the tire and continuously struck the fender of the vehicle. The fender, passenger side door, and rocker panel were damaged. The contact has not notified the tire manufacturer. The VIN, purchase date, engine size, and number of cylinders were unknown. The current and failure mileages were 240,000.”
NHTSA complaint #10210919, filed 2007-12, 240,000 miles“The contact stated the vehicle vibrated and the steering was erratic. The contact noticed unusual hydroplaning in small puddles of water on the highway. The contact noticed chunks on the outside rim of the passenger side tire. A local repair shop determined there was unusual wear on the tires. The dealership determined the alignment was bad on the vehicle that was the problem with the tires. The tire manufacturer was michelin. Model: energy. Size: 195/60/r15.”
NHTSA complaint #10165735, filed 2006-08, 60,000 miles“Consumer states vehicle has experienced numerous tire blowouts, consumer has replaced a set of tires each year, (no other tire info given)consumer states the wheel beraing had to be replaced”
NHTSA complaint #567248, filed 2002-08Related service bulletins
- 10156288Aug 18, 2018Road Force wheel balancing is the proper tool for diagnosing and repairing such issues and all of our retailers need to be prepared for these issues.
Tires: other model years
Other parts of the 1997 Volvo 850
33 complaintsElectrical system
13 complaintsSeats
10 complaintsSeat belts
7 complaintsVisibility (wipers, defrost, mirrors)
7 complaintsEngine cooling
6 complaintsExterior lighting
6 complaintsSteering
6 complaintsTransmission and drivetrain
6 complaintsVehicle speed control
6 complaintsFuel system
5 complaintsEquipment
4 complaints
← All problems reported for the 1997 Volvo 850
About this data. Data from NHTSA (ODI) complaints, recalls, TSBs and investigations, updated Oct 30, 2026. Complaints are unverified consumer reports and may be duplicated or inaccurate.
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