Recall 04V-368
VOLVO CARS OF N.A. LLC. recalled the 1994 to 1997 Volvo 850: Fuel system, gasoline (storage).
At a glance
- Campaign number
- 04V-368
- Reported
- July 30, 2004
- Vehicles affected
- 226,000 estimated by the manufacturer
Source: NHTSA recall records
What is wrong
On certain passenger vehicles, after prolonged exposure to heat, the fuel tank may seep or leak fuel at the points where the heat shield is attached.
The risk
Fuel leakage, in the presence of an ignition source, could result in a fire.
The fix
Volvo will inspect the fuel tank and replace it if any evidence of fuel seepage or leakage is found. All vehicles will receive new reinforcement bushings at the heat shield attachment points to prevent future leaks. This recall will be conducted as a safety recall in the hot weather states of alabama, arkansas, arizona, california, florida, georgia, hawaii, louisiana, mississippi, nevada, new mexico, north carolina, oklahoma, south carolina, tennessee, texas, and utah, and as a service recall in the other 33 states and the district of columbia. The recall began on september 24, 2004. Owners may contact volvo at 1-[removed].
Notes from the manufacturer
Volvo's recall no. 139.owners may also contact the national highway traffic safety administration's auto safety hotline at 1-888-dash-2-DOT (1-[removed]).
Affected vehicles
- Volvo 850 1994 to 1997