Recall 99V-035
VOLVO CARS OF NA, INC. recalled the 1999 Volvo S70: Fuel system, gasoline (delivery, hoses, lines/piping, and fittings).
At a glance
- Campaign number
- 99V-035
- Reported
- February 25, 1999
- Vehicles affected
- 3,632 estimated by the manufacturer
Source: NHTSA recall records
What is wrong
Vehicle description: all-wheel-drive sedans. These vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of fmvss no. 301, "fuel system integrity." the fuel filter bracket configuration margins are insufficient.
The risk
In the event of a vehicle crash, fuel leakage could occur. Fuel leakage in the presence of an ignition source can result in a fire.
The fix
Dealers will install a fuel filter protection bracket.
Notes from the manufacturer
Owner notification began march 29, 1999.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-[removed].also contact the national highway traffic safety administration's auto safety hotline at 1-888-dash-2-DOT (1-[removed]).
Affected vehicles
- Volvo S70 1999