Recall 05V-529
VOLVO CARS OF N.A. LLC. recalled the 2005 Volvo S80 and 1 other model: Electrical system (starter assembly, solenoid).
At a glance
- Campaign number
- 05V-529
- Reported
- November 17, 2005
- Vehicles affected
- 10,259 estimated by the manufacturer
Source: NHTSA recall records
What is wrong
On certain passenger and sport utility vehicles, due to an error in the factory assembly instruction, the b+terminal may be in conflict with the starter motor solenoid. If this occurs, the conflict between the b+terminal and the starter motor solenoid may develop into a short circuit of the battery cable to ground.
The risk
Smoke may appear from under the hood and it may be impossible to start the car. If the short circuit happens during driving, electrical power could be lost resulting in the warning lamps being deactivated. An electrical short could result in a fire.
The fix
Dealers will inspect and increase distance between the b+terminal and the starter motor solenoid by adjusting the terminal. The recall began on january 31, 2006. Owners may contact volvo at 1-[removed].
Notes from the manufacturer
Volvo recall no. R150.customers may also contact the national highway traffic safety administration's vehicle safety hotline at 1-[removed] (tty 1-[removed]), or go to [link removed]
Affected vehicles
- Volvo S80 2005
- Volvo XC90 2005