1999 Volvo S80 Recalls

NHTSA lists 4 recall campaigns for the 1999 Volvo S80. 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.

• 06V441000Nov 15, 2006170,099 vehicles potentially affected
  Vehicle speed control
  Covers: Volvo S80 1999–2001, V70 1999–2002, C70 1999–2002 +5 more

  Reported issue: On certain passenger vehicles, a combination of throttle positioning sensor irregularities, a dirty throttle housing, and/or inefficient software calibration may cause a warning lamp to light and the subsequent onset of limp home modes.

  Possible consequence: This resulted in a high number of vehicles going into the limp home mode without need.

  Remedy: Dealers will install the current software upgrade onto the involved vehicles. The recall began on december 29, 2006. Owners may contact volvo at 1-800-458-1552.

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• 04V451000Sep 13, 2004149,799 vehicles potentially affected
  Engine and engine cooling › Cooling system › Fan
  Covers: Volvo S80 1999–2001, V70 2000–2001, S60 2001 +1 more

  Reported issue: On certain passenger and sport utility vehicles, under certain operating conditions, some electric cooling fans may overheat potentially causing heat damage and, in rare instances, a fire in the engine compartment.

  Possible consequence: A fire in the engine compartment could occur.

  Remedy: Dealers will replace the cooling fan. The recall began on november 29, 2004. Customers should contact volvo cars at 1-800-458-1552.

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• 02V096000Apr 7, 200225,876 vehicles potentially affected
  Engine and engine cooling › Cooling system › Fan
  Covers: Volvo S80 1999

  Reported issue: On some passenger vehicles, certain electric cooling fans could be inadequate in a hot climate. Under certain circumstances, excessive heat could be generated.

  Possible consequence: Should this occur, the engine cooling fan components could overheat and cause the melting of electrical connections and adjacent components, increasing the likelihood of a fire.

  Remedy: Dealers will replace the engine cooling fan. Owner notification began april 1, 2002. 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 1-800-458-1552.

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• 00V238000Aug 24, 200049,488 vehicles potentially affected
  Suspension › Front › Control arm › Upper ball joint
  Covers: Volvo S80 1999–2000

  Reported issue: Vehicle description: passenger vehicles. Over time, the ball joint between the front wheel king pin and the suspension link arm, can experience increased looseness.

  Possible consequence: This condition could affect the ball joint's durability and performance.

  Remedy: Dealers will replace both front ball joints.

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