Investigation EA02021: 1998–2003 Volvo 660

Status

CLOSED

Opened

Sep 6, 2002

Closed

Nov 6, 2003

Model years

1998–2003

Subject

Front suspension u-bolts loosen or break

Component: Suspension

Summary

Odi'sinvestigation did not find any evidence that loose or brokenfront suspension u-bolts have caused or contributed to any crashes or near miss events.see the attached engineering analysisreport for full technical details.* 1996/1997 built vehicles are designated by volvo as 1998 model year.

An NHTSA investigation looks into whether a safety defect exists. Opening one is not a finding. Outcomes can include a recall, closure without action, or further inquiry.

Model years covered

• 2000 Volvo 66013 complaints
• 1998 Volvo 6605 complaints