Volkswagen FOX vs Volvo 960
Both cars' complete complaint records, side by side.
Read the totals carefully. NHTSA publishes no sales figures, so the car that sold more collects more complaints regardless of quality. The rows worth weighing are the proportions — the share of complaints that involved harm, and which part dominates.
| Measure | Volkswagen FOX | Volvo 960 |
|---|---|---|
| Complaints on file | 105 | 259 |
| Model years covered | 1987–1993 | 1990–1997 |
| Worst model year | — | 1996 |
| Best model year | — | 1997 |
| Crashes reported | 2 | 33 |
| Fires reported | 3 | 16 |
| Injuries reported | 1 | 20 |
| Deaths reported | 0 | 0 |
| Most complained-about part | Engine & Cooling | Engine & Cooling |
| Share of complaints involving harm | 5.7% | 26.6% |
Volkswagen FOX by year
What breaks
Engine & Cooling
29
27.6%
Windows, Mirrors & Wipers
22
21.0%
Transmission & Drivetrain
9
8.6%
Electrical System
9
8.6%
Fuel & Propulsion
9
8.6%
Seat Belts
7
6.7%
Body & Structure
6
5.7%
Doors, Latches & Locks
4
3.8%
Volvo 960 by year
What breaks
Engine & Cooling
51
19.7%
Brakes
30
11.6%
Fuel & Propulsion
25
9.7%
Airbags
24
9.3%
Electrical System
23
8.9%
Acceleration & Cruise Control
20
7.7%
Steering
15
5.8%
Body & Structure
10
3.9%