THERE IS THE POSSIBLILITY OF EXCESSIVE CHAFING OF THE INSULATION OF THE POSITIVE AND NEGATIVE BATTERY
— Recall Campaign #96V085000
THERE IS THE POSSIBLILITY OF EXCESSIVE CHAFING OF THE INSULATION OF THE POSITIVE AND NEGATIVE BATTERY CABLES.
The recall was influenced by the Office of Defects Investigation with about 49,397 units affected.
NHTSA Safety Recall Notice
96V085000
| Manufacturer: | Volvo Car USA, LLC |
|---|---|
| Recall date: | May 14, 1996 |
| NHTSA Campaign #: | 96V085000 |
| Units affected: | 49,397 |
- Description:
- THERE IS THE POSSIBLILITY OF EXCESSIVE CHAFING OF THE INSULATION OF THE POSITIVE AND NEGATIVE BATTERY CABLES.
- Consequeces:
- THIS CONDITION CAN LEAD TO A SHORT CIRCUIT IN THE VEHICLE.
- Corrective action:
- DEALERS WILL INSPECT THE CABLE HARNESS AND, IF NECESSARY, CORRECT.
- Notes:
- SYSTEM: ELECTRICAL; BATTERY; CABLE. VEHICLE DESCRIPTION: PASSENGER SEDANS AND WAGONS EQUIPPED WITH THE NATURALLY- ASPIRATED FOUR CYLINDER ENGINE. NOTE: OWNER 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. ALSO CONTACT THE NATIONAL HIGHWAY TRAFFIC SAFETY ADMINISTRATION'S AUTO SAFETY HOTLINE AT 1-800-424-9393.