Recall campaign96V085000
Recall 96V085000: 1988–1989 Volvo 744 and 1 other model
Electrical system › 12v/24v/48v battery › Cables
- Report received
- May 14, 1996
- Manufacturer
- Volvo cars of na, inc.
- Potentially affected
- 49,397vehicles
- Model years
- 1988–1989
Check your own vehicle. A recall applies only to vehicles within the affected build range. Enter your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls. Recall repairs are free at a franchised dealer.
What NHTSA recorded
There is the possiblility of excessive chafing of the insulation of the positive and negative battery cables.
Possible consequence
This condition can lead to a short circuit in the vehicle.
Remedy
Dealers will inspect the cable harness and, if necessary, correct.
Affected model years
Pages for each model year show complaints, parts, mileage and other recalls.
- 1988 Volvo 7440 complaints
- 1989 Volvo 7442 complaints
- 1988 Volvo 7450 complaints
- 1989 Volvo 7453 complaints
About this data. Data from NHTSA (ODI) complaints, recalls, TSBs and investigations, updated Oct 28, 2026. Complaints are unverified consumer reports and may be duplicated or inaccurate.