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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.

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.