NHTSA Recall 96V199000
NHTSA Campaign Id 96V199000; Date: Oct. 11, 1996
This condition could prevent the throttle from returning to idle position increasing the potential for a vehicle accident.
Recalled Vehicles:
1996 Volvo 854; 1997 Volvo 854; 1996 Volvo 855; 1997 Volvo 855; 1996 Volvo 964; 1997 Volvo 964; 1996 Volvo 965; 1997 Volvo 965
Component: Vehicle Speed Control
Manufactured by: Volvo Cars Of Na, Inc.
Affected Units:: 12,530
Recall Summary:
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.
How to Fix:
Dealers will replace the throttle housing.
Recall Notes:
Owner notification:owner notification is expected to begin November 8, 1996. Note: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. Also contact the national highway traffic safety administration's auto safety hotline at 1-800-424-9393.
Date Owners notified by Manufacturer: Nov 8, 1996
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