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1997 Volvo 850

Component

Fuel System, Gasoline:Storage

Consequence of Defect

on certain passenger vehicles, after prolonged exposure to heat, the fuel tank may seep or leak fuel at the points where the heat shield is attached.

Corrective Action

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

Recall Notes

volvo will inspect the fuel tank and replace it if any evidence of fuel seepage or leakage is found. all vehicles will receive new reinforcement bushings at the heat shield attachment points to prevent future leaks. this recall will be conducted as a safety recall in the hot weather states of alabama, arkansas, arizona, california, florida, georgia, hawaii, louisiana, mississippi, nevada, new mexico, north carolina, oklahoma, south carolina, tennessee, texas, and utah, and as a service recall in the other 33 states and the district of columbia. the recall began on september 24, 2004. owners may contact volvo at 1-800-458-1552.

1997 Volvo 850

Component

Seats:Front Assembly:Seat Heater/Cooler

Consequence of Defect

on some sedans and station wagons equipped with seat heaters, it is possible that excessive compression of the seat cushion could cause damage to the electrical wiring of the seat heater.

Corrective Action

if this occurs, the damage could result in a short circuit that could cause a fire.

Recall Notes

dealers will disconnect the existing wires and install a new electronic thermostat and cable harness. owner notification began on february 19, 2003. owners who take their vehicles to an authorized dealer on an agreed upon service date and do not receive the free remedy within a reasonable time should contact volvo at 1-800-458-1552.

1997 Volvo 850

Component

Exterior Lighting:Headlights:Switch

Consequence of Defect

vehicle description: passenger vehicles. operation of the headlight switch, over an extended period of time, can result in inconsistent operation of the switch.

Corrective Action

driver's could experience a loss of visibility, increasing the risk of a crash.

Recall Notes

dealers will replace the headlight switch.

1996 Volvo 850

Component

Fuel System, Gasoline:Storage

Consequence of Defect

on certain passenger vehicles, after prolonged exposure to heat, the fuel tank may seep or leak fuel at the points where the heat shield is attached.

Corrective Action

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

Recall Notes

volvo will inspect the fuel tank and replace it if any evidence of fuel seepage or leakage is found. all vehicles will receive new reinforcement bushings at the heat shield attachment points to prevent future leaks. this recall will be conducted as a safety recall in the hot weather states of alabama, arkansas, arizona, california, florida, georgia, hawaii, louisiana, mississippi, nevada, new mexico, north carolina, oklahoma, south carolina, tennessee, texas, and utah, and as a service recall in the other 33 states and the district of columbia. the recall began on september 24, 2004. owners may contact volvo at 1-800-458-1552.

1996 Volvo 850

Component

Seats:Front Assembly:Seat Heater/Cooler

Consequence of Defect

on some sedans and station wagons equipped with seat heaters, it is possible that excessive compression of the seat cushion could cause damage to the electrical wiring of the seat heater.

Corrective Action

if this occurs, the damage could result in a short circuit that could cause a fire.

Recall Notes

dealers will disconnect the existing wires and install a new electronic thermostat and cable harness. owner notification began on february 19, 2003. owners who take their vehicles to an authorized dealer on an agreed upon service date and do not receive the free remedy within a reasonable time should contact volvo at 1-800-458-1552.

1996 Volvo 850

Component

Engine And Engine Cooling:Engine:Gasoline

Consequence of Defect

engine block heaters installed as accessories. the block heater contact surface does not match correctly with the engine block as intended. the block heater could come loose from the engine block, and if being used, could possibly overheat causing damage if it comes in contact with other engine compartment components.

Corrective Action

engine compartment damage could occur increasing the risk of a vehicle accident.

Recall Notes

dealers will inspect the block heater and secure the bolts used to install the heater. in some cases, the surface tolerances may be so inappropriate that the heater would need to be replaced with a heater of a modified design.

1995 Volvo 850

Component

Fuel System, Gasoline:Storage

Consequence of Defect

on certain passenger vehicles, after prolonged exposure to heat, the fuel tank may seep or leak fuel at the points where the heat shield is attached.

Corrective Action

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

Recall Notes

volvo will inspect the fuel tank and replace it if any evidence of fuel seepage or leakage is found. all vehicles will receive new reinforcement bushings at the heat shield attachment points to prevent future leaks. this recall will be conducted as a safety recall in the hot weather states of alabama, arkansas, arizona, california, florida, georgia, hawaii, louisiana, mississippi, nevada, new mexico, north carolina, oklahoma, south carolina, tennessee, texas, and utah, and as a service recall in the other 33 states and the district of columbia. the recall began on september 24, 2004. owners may contact volvo at 1-800-458-1552.

1995 Volvo 850

Component

Engine And Engine Cooling:Engine:Gasoline

Consequence of Defect

engine block heaters installed as accessories. the block heater contact surface does not match correctly with the engine block as intended. the block heater could come loose from the engine block, and if being used, could possibly overheat causing damage if it comes in contact with other engine compartment components.

Corrective Action

engine compartment damage could occur increasing the risk of a vehicle accident.

Recall Notes

dealers will inspect the block heater and secure the bolts used to install the heater. in some cases, the surface tolerances may be so inappropriate that the heater would need to be replaced with a heater of a modified design.

1995 Volvo 850

Component

Equipment:Mechanical:Jacks

Consequence of Defect

some of the jacks supplied with the vehicles do not have the necessary load capacity.

Corrective Action

a raised vehicle can fall off the jack increasing the likelihood for personal injury or property damage.

Recall Notes

dealers will inspect and replace suspect jacks with a jack meeting the load requirements for these cars.

1994 Volvo 850

Component

Vehicle Speed Control

Consequence of Defect

under very cold weather conditions, ice crystals can form at the throttle in the engine intake system, and prevent the throttle from returning to idle.

Corrective Action

this condition can cause loss of speed control and can result in unwanted acceleration and a possible accident.

Recall Notes

dealers will replace the throttle body, throttle cable, charge air cooler piping and crankcase ventilation hoses.

1994 Volvo 850

Component

Fuel System, Gasoline:Storage

Consequence of Defect

on certain passenger vehicles, after prolonged exposure to heat, the fuel tank may seep or leak fuel at the points where the heat shield is attached.

Corrective Action

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

Recall Notes

volvo will inspect the fuel tank and replace it if any evidence of fuel seepage or leakage is found. all vehicles will receive new reinforcement bushings at the heat shield attachment points to prevent future leaks. this recall will be conducted as a safety recall in the hot weather states of alabama, arkansas, arizona, california, florida, georgia, hawaii, louisiana, mississippi, nevada, new mexico, north carolina, oklahoma, south carolina, tennessee, texas, and utah, and as a service recall in the other 33 states and the district of columbia. the recall began on september 24, 2004. owners may contact volvo at 1-800-458-1552.

1994 Volvo 850

Component

Engine And Engine Cooling:Engine:Gasoline

Consequence of Defect

engine block heaters installed as accessories. the block heater contact surface does not match correctly with the engine block as intended. the block heater could come loose from the engine block, and if being used, could possibly overheat causing damage if it comes in contact with other engine compartment components.

Corrective Action

engine compartment damage could occur increasing the risk of a vehicle accident.

Recall Notes

dealers will inspect the block heater and secure the bolts used to install the heater. in some cases, the surface tolerances may be so inappropriate that the heater would need to be replaced with a heater of a modified design.

1993 Volvo 850

Component

Engine And Engine Cooling:Engine:Gasoline

Consequence of Defect

engine block heaters installed as accessories. the block heater contact surface does not match correctly with the engine block as intended. the block heater could come loose from the engine block, and if being used, could possibly overheat causing damage if it comes in contact with other engine compartment components.

Corrective Action

engine compartment damage could occur increasing the risk of a vehicle accident.

Recall Notes

dealers will inspect the block heater and secure the bolts used to install the heater. in some cases, the surface tolerances may be so inappropriate that the heater would need to be replaced with a heater of a modified design.