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Volvo, P1800 Common Issues

1. Rear Main Seal Leak

Occurrence: 35%Cost to repair: $900

Symptoms:

Leak on the ground, oil consumption, engine noise


2. Timing Chain Failure

Occurrence: 25%Cost to repair: $1200

Symptoms:

Engine misfire, rough idling, timing marks not lining up


3. Rear Axle Seals Leak

Occurrence: 20%Cost to repair: $700

Symptoms:

Grease or oil leak from the rear axle area


4. Fuel Pump Failure

Occurrence: 15%Cost to repair: $600

Symptoms:

Engine stalls, rough idling, no fuel pressure


5. Rear Main Bearing Failure

Occurrence: 10%Cost to repair: $1000

Symptoms:

Engine noise, vibration, rear main seal leak


6. Water Pump Failure

Occurrence: 8%Cost to repair: $400

Symptoms:

Overheating engine, steam from the radiator


7. Transmission Issues

Occurrence: 7%Cost to repair: $800

Symptoms:

Slipping or hesitation when shifting gears


8. Brake System Failure

Occurrence: 6%Cost to repair: $500

Symptoms:

Spongy brake pedal, low brake fluid level