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1978 Volvo 242

Component

Power Train:Axle Assembly:Axle Shaft

Consequence of Defect

the rear wheel bearings on the involved vehicles, may have received an inadequate amount of lubrication. this condition would initially cause the roller bearings to develop a rumbling noise.

Corrective Action

Recall Notes

the dealer will either lubricate the bearings or replace them with new bearings and seals with lubrication at no charge to owner.

1977 Volvo 242

Component

Fuel System, Gasoline:Storage:Tank Assembly

Consequence of Defect

the involved vehicles contain a potentially defective pressure control valve in the evaporative emission control system which, through excess pressure over extended periods, could cause metal fatigue and eventually fuel vapors to be emitted into the atmosphere through hairline cracks in the fuel tank.

Corrective Action

Recall Notes

dealer will inspect the tank and make replacements, if necessary. the valve will be replaced to correct the emission and safety-related problems. certain vehicles will require installation of a filler inlet fuel trap and a feeder pump to eliminate the possibility of fuel surge and vapor lock.

1977 Volvo 242

Component

Power Train:Axle Assembly:Axle Shaft

Consequence of Defect

the rear wheel bearings on the involved vehicles, may have received an inadequate amount of lubrication. this condition would initially cause the roller bearings to develop a rumbling noise.

Corrective Action

Recall Notes

the dealer will either lubricate the bearings or replace them with new bearings and seals with lubrication at no charge to owner.

1976 Volvo 242

Component

Steering:Rack And Pinion:Rack

Consequence of Defect

Corrective Action

Recall Notes

1976 Volvo 242

Component

Fuel System, Gasoline:Storage:Tank Assembly:Filler Pipe And Cap

Consequence of Defect

under adverse conditions of high ambient temperatures, pressures and fuel volatility, fuel may surge when the fuel filler cap is removed in a certain manner. under these same conditions the involved vehicles may develop vapor lock.

Corrective Action

Recall Notes

the dealer will install a baffle in the fuel filler neck to prevent fuel surge and install a new pressure control valve, which will bring about a lower vent pressure. this will be done at no cost to owner.

1976 Volvo 242

Component

Fuel System, Gasoline:Storage:Tank Assembly:Filler Pipe And Cap

Consequence of Defect

Corrective Action

Recall Notes

1976 Volvo 242

Component

Suspension:Front:Control Arm:Lower Ball Joint

Consequence of Defect

Corrective Action

Recall Notes

1976 Volvo 242

Component

Fuel System, Gasoline:Storage:Tank Assembly

Consequence of Defect

the involved vehicles contain a potentially defective pressure control valve in the evaporative emission control system which, through excess pressure over extended periods, could cause metal fatigue and eventually fuel vapors to be emitted into the atmosphere through hairline cracks in the fuel tank.

Corrective Action

Recall Notes

dealer will inspect the tank and make replacements, if necessary. the valve will be replaced to correct the emission and safety-related problems. certain vehicles will require installation of a filler inlet fuel trap and a feeder pump to eliminate the possibility of fuel surge and vapor lock.

1975 Volvo 242

Component

Steering:Rack And Pinion:Rack

Consequence of Defect

Corrective Action

Recall Notes

1975 Volvo 242

Component

Steering:Wheel And Handle Bar

Consequence of Defect

Corrective Action

Recall Notes

1975 Volvo 242

Component

Fuel System, Gasoline:Storage:Tank Assembly:Filler Pipe And Cap

Consequence of Defect

under adverse conditions of high ambient temperatures, pressures and fuel volatility, fuel may surge when the fuel filler cap is removed in a certain manner. under these same conditions the involved vehicles may develop vapor lock.

Corrective Action

Recall Notes

the dealer will install a baffle in the fuel filler neck to prevent fuel surge and install a new pressure control valve, which will bring about a lower vent pressure. this will be done at no cost to owner.

1975 Volvo 242

Component

Fuel System, Gasoline:Storage:Tank Assembly:Filler Pipe And Cap

Consequence of Defect

Corrective Action

Recall Notes

1975 Volvo 242

Component

Suspension:Front:Control Arm:Lower Ball Joint

Consequence of Defect

Corrective Action

Recall Notes

1975 Volvo 242

Component

Latches/Locks/Linkages:Doors:Latch

Consequence of Defect

Corrective Action

Recall Notes

1975 Volvo 242

Component

Fuel System, Gasoline:Storage:Tank Assembly

Consequence of Defect

the involved vehicles contain a potentially defective pressure control valve in the evaporative emission control system which, through excess pressure over extended periods, could cause metal fatigue and eventually fuel vapors to be emitted into the atmosphere through hairline cracks in the fuel tank.

Corrective Action

Recall Notes

dealer will inspect the tank and make replacements, if necessary. the valve will be replaced to correct the emission and safety-related problems. certain vehicles will require installation of a filler inlet fuel trap and a feeder pump to eliminate the possibility of fuel surge and vapor lock.

1975 Volvo 242

Component

Vehicle Speed Control:Cables

Consequence of Defect

the involved vehicles are in non-compliance with federal motor vehicle safety standard no. 124, "accelerator control systems". the throttle cable plastic sleeve on these vehicles, which is attached to the firewall, could break at the groove for the retaining circlip allowing the buffer spring there to expand and cause an increase in engine speed. also, the throttle cable could become frayed by chafing against incorrectly exposed reinforcing material from the cable sheath, at the engine end of the cable. the cable could then become stuck at any engine speed.

Corrective Action

Recall Notes

dealer will replace the accelerator cable and retaining bracket and install new return springs, if necessary, at no cost to owner.

1975 Volvo 242

Component

Fuel System, Gasoline:Storage:Tank Assembly

Consequence of Defect

on the involved vehicles, there is the possibility that fuel wetting in the drain plug area of the fuel tank could exist. this is caused by a possible soldering inconsistency at the drain plug flange of the fuel tank or an inconsistency of fitting between the drain plug threads. if fuel wetting should occur at the drain plug area, a combustible mixture could result.

Corrective Action

Recall Notes

dealer will inspect and replace the fuel tank, if necessary, at no cost to owner.