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1993 Volvo 940

Component

Vehicle Speed Control

Consequence of Defect

plastic hood insulation clip(s) was(were) inadvertently dropped into the hose between the charge air cooler and the throttle housing which can interfere with the throttle operation.

Corrective Action

if a plastic clip moves toward the throttle housing itcan become lodged there and prevent the throttle from returning to idle. loss ofthrottle control can result in an accident.

Recall Notes

check for insulation clips in the hose between the charge air cooler and the throttle housing, and remove if found.

1991 Volvo 940

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.

1991 Volvo 940

Component

Fuel System, Gasoline:Delivery:Fuel Pump

Consequence of Defect

if conditions of high ambient temperature, overfilling of the fuel tank, and insufficient torque on the sending unit lock ring exist simultaneously, fuel seepage may occur from the top of the tank.

Corrective Action

fuel seepage could result in fire in the presence of anignition source.

Recall Notes

retorque sending unit lock ring; replace lock ring gasket if fuel seepage is detected. note: the only 940 model subject to this recall is the 940se.