1994 Volvo 850 Recalls

NHTSA lists 2 recall campaigns for the 1994 Volvo 850. A recall applies only to vehicles built within the affected range, so check your own VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls. Repairs for recalls are free at a franchised dealer.

• 04V368000Jul 30, 2004226,000 vehicles potentially affected
  Fuel system, gasoline › Storage
  Covers: Volvo 850 1994–1997

  Reported issue: On certain passenger vehicles, after prolonged exposure to heat, the fuel tank may seep or leak fuel at the points where the heat shield is attached.

  Possible consequence: Fuel leakage, in the presence of an ignition source, could result in a fire.

  Remedy: Volvo will inspect the fuel tank and replace it if any evidence of fuel seepage or leakage is found. All vehicles will receive new reinforcement bushings at the heat shield attachment points to prevent future leaks. This recall will be conducted as a safety recall in the hot weather states of alabama, arkansas…

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• 94V173000Sep 13, 199414,000 vehicles potentially affected
  Vehicle speed control
  Covers: Volvo 850 1994

  Reported issue: Under very cold weather conditions, ice crystals can form at the throttle in the engine intake system, and prevent the throttle from returning to idle.

  Possible consequence: This condition can cause loss of speed control and can result in unwanted acceleration and a possible accident.

  Remedy: Dealers will replace the throttle body, throttle cable, charge air cooler piping and crankcase ventilation hoses.

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NHTSA investigations

• EA03008Fuel tank leaksClosed · Jun 11, 2003
• PE03003Fuel tank leaksClosed · Jan 16, 2003

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