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1991 Volvo 740

Component

Seat Belts:Front:Anchorage

Consequence of Defect

safety belts are designed to be routed under a diagonal cross brace during fastening. the instructional labels for the belt routing are inadequate, and can result in inadvertant release of the belt buckle.

Corrective Action

consequence of defect: safety belt misuse could cause the seat occupant to face greater risk of injury in a sudden stop or vehicle accident if an inadvertant release of the safety belt occurred.

Recall Notes

install labels to instruct the user in proper safety belt routing; also replace safety belt buckles.

1990 Volvo 740

Component

Fuel System, Gasoline:Storage

Consequence of Defect

fuel damper located behind the fuel line and the fuel rail may be improperly assembled. over time, the solder joints could allow a small amount of fuel to leak.

Corrective Action

fuel leakage, in the presence of an ignition source,could result in a fire.

Recall Notes

replace fuel damper.

1990 Volvo 740

Component

Seat Belts:Front:Anchorage

Consequence of Defect

safety belts are designed to be routed under a diagonal cross brace during fastening. the instructional labels for the belt routing are inadequate, and can result in inadvertant release of the belt buckle.

Corrective Action

consequence of defect: safety belt misuse could cause the seat occupant to face greater risk of injury in a sudden stop or vehicle accident if an inadvertant release of the safety belt occurred.

Recall Notes

install labels to instruct the user in proper safety belt routing; also replace safety belt buckles.

1989 Volvo 740

Component

Seat Belts:Front:Anchorage

Consequence of Defect

safety belts are designed to be routed under a diagonal cross brace during fastening. the instructional labels for the belt routing are inadequate, and can result in inadvertant release of the belt buckle.

Corrective Action

consequence of defect: safety belt misuse could cause the seat occupant to face greater risk of injury in a sudden stop or vehicle accident if an inadvertant release of the safety belt occurred.

Recall Notes

install labels to instruct the user in proper safety belt routing; also replace safety belt buckles.

1988 Volvo 740

Component

Power Train:Driveline:Driveshaft

Consequence of Defect

driveshaft could contact the fuel tank and score and scrape outer surfaces of the tank at the point of contact.

Corrective Action

a small leak could develop which could , in the presenceof an ignition source, result in a fire.

Recall Notes

replace fuel tank and/or install protective device between driveshaft and the tank.

1988 Volvo 740

Component

Seat Belts:Front:Anchorage

Consequence of Defect

safety belts are designed to be routed under a diagonal cross brace during fastening. the instructional labels for the belt routing are inadequate, and can result in inadvertant release of the belt buckle.

Corrective Action

consequence of defect: safety belt misuse could cause the seat occupant to face greater risk of injury in a sudden stop or vehicle accident if an inadvertant release of the safety belt occurred.

Recall Notes

install labels to instruct the user in proper safety belt routing; also replace safety belt buckles.

1987 Volvo 740

Component

Electrical System:Wiring:Front Underhood

Consequence of Defect

engine wiring harness could chafe against an air conditioning pipe.

Corrective Action

a short circuit and malfunctioning of the electricalsystem, as well as charring of the wiring insulation, could result.

Recall Notes

relocate wiring harness and secure with a new bracket and clamp.

1987 Volvo 740

Component

Power Train:Driveline:Driveshaft

Consequence of Defect

driveshaft could contact the fuel tank and score and scrape outer surfaces of the tank at the point of contact.

Corrective Action

a small leak could develop which could , in the presenceof an ignition source, result in a fire.

Recall Notes

replace fuel tank and/or install protective device between driveshaft and the tank.

1987 Volvo 740

Component

Seat Belts:Front:Anchorage

Consequence of Defect

safety belts are designed to be routed under a diagonal cross brace during fastening. the instructional labels for the belt routing are inadequate, and can result in inadvertant release of the belt buckle.

Corrective Action

consequence of defect: safety belt misuse could cause the seat occupant to face greater risk of injury in a sudden stop or vehicle accident if an inadvertant release of the safety belt occurred.

Recall Notes

install labels to instruct the user in proper safety belt routing; also replace safety belt buckles.

1986 Volvo 740

Component

Electrical System:Wiring:Front Underhood

Consequence of Defect

engine wiring harness could chafe against an air conditioning pipe.

Corrective Action

a short circuit and malfunctioning of the electricalsystem, as well as charring of the wiring insulation, could result.

Recall Notes

relocate wiring harness and secure with a new bracket and clamp.

1986 Volvo 740

Component

Power Train:Driveline:Driveshaft

Consequence of Defect

driveshaft could contact the fuel tank and score and scrape outer surfaces of the tank at the point of contact.

Corrective Action

a small leak could develop which could , in the presenceof an ignition source, result in a fire.

Recall Notes

replace fuel tank and/or install protective device between driveshaft and the tank.

1986 Volvo 740

Component

Seat Belts:Front:Anchorage

Consequence of Defect

safety belts are designed to be routed under a diagonal cross brace during fastening. the instructional labels for the belt routing are inadequate, and can result in inadvertant release of the belt buckle.

Corrective Action

consequence of defect: safety belt misuse could cause the seat occupant to face greater risk of injury in a sudden stop or vehicle accident if an inadvertant release of the safety belt occurred.

Recall Notes

install labels to instruct the user in proper safety belt routing; also replace safety belt buckles.

1986 Volvo 740

Component

Latches/Locks/Linkages:Tailgate:Latch

Consequence of Defect

the tailgate child lock can be opened from inside when the child lock is engaged. the feature to prevent the tailgate from being operated from the inside of the station wagon may not function properly. consequence of defect: if a child is not properly secured in an approved restraint system, as required by many state laws, and is allowed to ride in the rear compartment, he/she may open the tailgate inadvertently and fall out into the traffic.

Corrective Action

Recall Notes

replace tailgate latches.

1985 Volvo 740

Component

Electrical System:Wiring:Front Underhood

Consequence of Defect

engine wiring harness could chafe against an air conditioning pipe.

Corrective Action

a short circuit and malfunctioning of the electricalsystem, as well as charring of the wiring insulation, could result.

Recall Notes

relocate wiring harness and secure with a new bracket and clamp.

1985 Volvo 740

Component

Engine And Engine Cooling:Cooling System

Consequence of Defect

certain vehicles are equipped with water pump pulleys which may contain a manufacturing defect, reducing the durability of the pulley. consequence of defect: if the pulley fails, pieces may be thrown about inside the engine compartment and cause damage to engine components. if the hood should be opened it is possible a pulley failure could cause injury to persons in the area.

Corrective Action

Recall Notes

inspect and replace the pulley where necessary.

1985 Volvo 740

Component

Seat Belts:Front:Anchorage

Consequence of Defect

safety belts are designed to be routed under a diagonal cross brace during fastening. the instructional labels for the belt routing are inadequate, and can result in inadvertant release of the belt buckle.

Corrective Action

consequence of defect: safety belt misuse could cause the seat occupant to face greater risk of injury in a sudden stop or vehicle accident if an inadvertant release of the safety belt occurred.

Recall Notes

install labels to instruct the user in proper safety belt routing; also replace safety belt buckles.