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  NHTSA Recall 84V017000

NHTSA Campaign Id 84V017000; Date: Feb. 22, 1984

icon1 Recalled Vehicles:

1981 Volvo GLT 1982 Volvo GLT 1983 Volvo GLT 1984 Volvo GLT

Component: Electrical System:alternator/generator/regulator

Manufactured by: Volvo Of America Corp.

Affected Units:: 27,120

icon3 Recall Summary:

A wire located between the starter and the alternator may rub against the heat shield at the turbo charger.

icon2 How to Fix:

The wire will be relocated and secured, and damage to the wire will be repaired, or the wiring will be replaced.

icon4 Recall Notes:

Vehicle description: passenger vehicles equipped with turbo charged engines. System: electrical; alternator wiring harness. Consequences of defect: the chafing may lead to a short circuit that can causepremature battery drain, melting and burning of the wiring harness, or anengine compartment fire. Injury to vehicle occupants may result.

Date Owners notified by Manufacturer: Mar 24, 1984

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