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1997 Volvo 855

Component

Vehicle Speed Control

Consequence of Defect

the screws which attach the throttle plate to its axle (shaft) can loosen allowing the throttle plate to come in contact with the throttle housing.

Corrective Action

this condition could prevent the throttle from returning to idle position increasing the potential for a vehicle accident.

Recall Notes

dealers will replace the throttle housing.

1997 Volvo 855

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 855

Component

Vehicle Speed Control

Consequence of Defect

the screws which attach the throttle plate to its axle (shaft) can loosen allowing the throttle plate to come in contact with the throttle housing.

Corrective Action

this condition could prevent the throttle from returning to idle position increasing the potential for a vehicle accident.

Recall Notes

dealers will replace the throttle housing.

1996 Volvo 855

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.

1995 Volvo 855

Component

Seats:Front Assembly:Power Adjust

Consequence of Defect

the threaded insert which attaches the safety belt catch to the front seat was incorrectly manufactured.

Corrective Action

this condition can reduce restraining capability ofthe safety belt in severe collisions.

Recall Notes

dealers will replace the threaded insert in the affected front seats.

1995 Volvo 855

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.