Volvo 242 1975

Model 242 made in 1975 by Volvo got 9 recalls. There were some recalls concerningfuel system, gasoline, latches/locks/linkages and steering.

242 year 1975

Recalls

Model 1975

Recalls

Campaign	Manufacturer	Manufacturing date	Type	# of units affected	Date Owner notified Mfg	Recall Initiated by	Manufacturers of recalled vehicles/products	Report Recieved Date	Record Creation Date
FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE - STORAGE - TANK ASSEMBLY
79V132000	VOLVO OF AMERICA CORP.	from 08/01/1973 to 07/01/1975	V (Vehicle)	121000	01/31/1980	ODI	VOLVO CARS OF N.A. LLC.	05/30/1979	10/12/1979
Defect Summary	On the involved vehicles, there is the possibility that fuel wetting in the drain plug area of the fuel tank could exist. this is caused by a possible soldering inconsistency at the drain plug flange of the fuel tank or an inconsistency of fitting between the drain plug threads. if fuel wetting should occur at the drain plug area, a combustible mixture could result.
Consequence Summary
Corrective Summary	Dealer will inspect and replace the fuel tank, if necessary, at no cost to owner.
Notes	Vehicle description: passenger vehicles.system: fuel; fuel tank assembly.consequences of defect: in the presence of an ignition source, this combustiblemixture may result in a vehicle fire and serious personal injury.
79V048000	VOLVO OF AMERICA CORP.	from 06/01/1975 to 10/01/1976	V (Vehicle)	61000	03/26/1979	ODI	VOLVO CARS OF N.A. LLC.	02/13/1979	10/12/1979
Defect Summary	The involved vehicles contain a potentially defective pressure control valve in the evaporative emission control system which, through excess pressure over extended periods, could cause metal fatigue and eventually fuel vapors to be emitted into the atmosphere through hairline cracks in the fuel tank.
Consequence Summary
Corrective Summary	Dealer will inspect the tank and make replacements, if necessary. the valve will be replaced to correct the emission and safety-related problems. certain vehicles will require installation of a filler inlet fuel trap and a feeder pump to eliminate the possibility of fuel surge and vapor lock.
Notes	Vehicle description: passenger vehicles.system: fuel; fuel tank.consequences of defect: this condition can lead to a fire hazard resulting in avehicle accident and serious personal injury.
FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE - STORAGE - TANK ASSEMBLY - FILLER PIPE AND CAP
76V069000	VOLVO OF AMERICA CORP.	from 12/01/1974 to 12/01/1975	V (Vehicle)	67633	07/19/1976	MFR	VOLVO CARS OF N.A. LLC.	05/05/1976	10/12/1979
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Notes	Volvo campaign nos 24 and 25.possibility rivets used in the fabrication ofthe fuel filler inlet assembly could allow fuel vapors to excape into trunkand/or interior of the vehicles.if this condition exists, vapors ofsufficient quantities to cause occupant discomfort and in extreme casesprolonged exposure can result in dizziness.(correct by inspecting andreplacing defective fuel filter inlet assemblies).model/yr domstart domend.165 1975 12/74 - 9/75.242 1975-76 12/74 - 12/75.244 1975-76 12/74 - 12/75.245 1975-76 12/74 - 12/75.264 1976 8/75 - 12/75.265 1976 8/75 - 12/75.
79V028000	VOLVO OF AMERICA CORP.		V (Vehicle)	57000	03/26/1979	ODI	VOLVO CARS OF N.A. LLC.	01/18/1979	10/12/1979
Defect Summary	Under adverse conditions of high ambient temperatures, pressures and fuel volatility, fuel may surge when the fuel filler cap is removed in a certain manner. under these same conditions the involved vehicles may develop vapor lock.
Consequence Summary
Corrective Summary	The dealer will install a baffle in the fuel filler neck to prevent fuel surge and install a new pressure control valve, which will bring about a lower vent pressure. this will be done at no cost to owner.
Notes	Vehicle description: passenger vehicles.system: fuel; filler caps.consequences of defect: in the presence of high temperatures or an ignitionsource, a fire may start causing vehicle damage and serious personal injury.
LATCHES/LOCKS/LINKAGES - DOORS - LATCH
75V073000	VOLVO OF AMERICA CORP.		V (Vehicle)	4000	05/01/1975	MFR	VOLVO CARS OF N.A. LLC.	05/05/1975	10/12/1979
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Notes	Volvo campaign no 2350075.possibility that an improper dimension bolt on theleft front and/or rear door latch mechanism could allow the door to open fromthe fully latched to secondary latched position and then to the fully openposition when exposed to extensive vibrations as could occur on rough roads.(correct by inspecting and replacing defective latches with improved latches).
STEERING - RACK AND PINION - RACK
76V107000	VOLVO OF AMERICA CORP.		V (Vehicle)	56820	09/20/1976	MFR	VOLVO CARS OF N.A. LLC.	07/15/1976	10/12/1979
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Notes	Volvo campaign no 26.possibility that the fastener used in securing thesteering rack assembly to the front axle member may loosen resulting in loss ofsteering precision and could lead to a loss of steering control.(correct byinspecting and adding nylock nuts to affected u-bolts).passenger vehicle.
STEERING - WHEEL AND HANDLE BAR
74V246000	VOLVO OF AMERICA CORP.		V (Vehicle)	10000	01/01/1975	MFR	VOLVO CARS OF N.A. LLC.	12/26/1974	10/12/1979
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Notes	Volvo campaign no 23.possibility of insufficient torque was applied duringassembly which could allow a bolt to become separated from the steering shaftcoupling.this condition would result in reduction of steering precision andultimately in loss of steering control.(correct by inspecting and retorquingnuts where necessary).
SUSPENSION - FRONT - CONTROL ARM - LOWER BALL JOINT
76V106000	VOLVO OF AMERICA CORP.		V (Vehicle)	56820	09/20/1976	MFR	VOLVO CARS OF N.A. LLC.	07/15/1976	10/12/1979
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Notes	Volvo campaign no 26.possibility that the bolts securing the lower front balljoint anchorage may come loose, if allowed to go uncorrected could result infront suspension collapse and loss of steering control.(correct by inspectingand replacing bolts and adding tuff-lock feature to bolts).passenger vehicle.
VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL - CABLES
77V219000	VOLVO OF AMERICA CORP.		V (Vehicle)	40000	03/16/1978	ODI	VOLVO CARS OF N.A. LLC.	12/14/1977	10/12/1979
Defect Summary	The involved vehicles are in non-compliance with federal motor vehicle safety standard no. 124, accelerator control systems. the throttle cable plastic sleeve on these vehicles, which is attached to the firewall, could break at the groove for the retaining circlip allowing the buffer spring there to expand and cause an increase in engine speed. also, the throttle cable could become frayed by chafing against incorrectly exposed reinforcing material from the cable sheath, at the engine end of the cable. the cable could then become stuck at any engine speed.
Consequence Summary
Corrective Summary	Dealer will replace the accelerator cable and retaining bracket and install new return springs, if necessary, at no cost to owner.
Notes	Vehicle description: passenger vehicles.system: throttle; accelerator.consequences of defect: if the throttle cable becomes stuck, loss of vehiclecontrol and an accident may result.note: if any unusual accelerator pedal operation is experienced, the vehicleshouldbe brought to a safe stop, the ignition key turned off, and the dealershould be contacted immediately.