Recalls

CampaignManufacturerManufacturing dateType# of units affectedDate Owner notified MfgRecall Initiated byManufacturers of recalled vehicles/productsReport Recieved DateRecord Creation DateRegulation Part NumberFMVSS Number
EXTERIOR LIGHTING - HEADLIGHTS - SWITCH
04V504000VOLVO CARS OF N.A. LLC.from 06/05/1997 to 06/08/1999V (Vehicle)9700001/24/2005ODIVOLVO CARS OF N.A. LLC.10/21/200410/21/2004
Defect SummaryOn certain passenger and sport utility vehicles, over an extended period of time, the headlight switch may cease to function.
Consequence SummaryThe head lights may not operate properly which could result in intermittent or no headlight function. this could impair a driver's visibility, increasing the risk of a crash.
Corrective SummaryOn vehicles with an original oem switch, dealers will replace the headlight switch. all other vehicles will be inspected to determine if the switch has een damaged and replace only if necessary. the recall began on january 24, 2005. owners should contact volvo at 1-800-458-1552.
NotesVolvo recall no. 142.customers can also contact the national highway traffic safety administration's auto safety hotline at 1-888-dash-2-dot (1-888-327-4236).
EXTERIOR LIGHTING - TURN SIGNAL
00V405000VOLVO CARS OF NA, INC.from 01/01/1997 to 11/30/2000V (Vehicle)24589403/19/2001ODIVOLVO CARS OF N.A. LLC.12/06/200012/07/2000
Defect SummaryVehicle description: passenger vehicles. there could be inadequate contact between the bulb and socket which could cause the front turn signal not to function as designed.
Consequence SummaryThis would fail to warn an approaching driver that the vehicle is turning and could lead to a crash.
Corrective SummaryDealers will replace the left and right front turn signal bulb and socket.
NotesOwner notification began march 19, 2001.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 1-800-283-0117. also contact the national highway traffic safety administration's auto safety hotline at 1-888-dash-2-dot (1-888-327-4236).

Bulletins

BulletinBulletin dateReplacement BulletinItem no.SummaryAdded
EXTERIOR LIGHTING - TURN SIGNAL
35001203/01/2001619104On certain vehicles, there may be inadequate contact between the front turn signal bulbs and the sockets. *tt05/14/2001

Investigations

NHTSA IDManufacturerDate openDate closeSubjectRecall campaign
EXTERIOR LIGHTING - HEADLIGHTS
RQ04004VOLVO CARS OF N.A. LLC.06/08/200411/05/2004HEADLIGHT FAILURE04V504000
 On august 23, 1999, volvo notified nhtsa that it would conduct a safety recall (99v235) on certain 1997 model year (my) 850 vehicles and certain 1998 s/v/c 70 series vehicles for failure of the headlight switch.the defect report stated in part: operation of the headlight switch, over an extended period of time, can result in inconsistent operation of the switch.volvo's remedy for this recall was to replace the headlight switch.this recall query investigation was opened on june 8, 2004, based on 13 reports of headlight failure on 1998 and 1999 s/v/c 70 series vehicles that were not included in the earlier recall.by letter of october 18, 2004, volvo has notified the agency that it will now conduct a safety recall of an additional 97,000 my 1998 through 2000 s70/v70/v70xc and c70 vehicles built from june 5, 1997 through january 11, 2000. volvo dealers will replace the original equipment master light switch with one of an improved design. see safety recall 04v504 for details.
EXTERIOR LIGHTING - HEADLIGHTS - SWITCH
RQ04004VOLVO CARS OF N.A. LLC.06/08/200411/05/2004HEADLIGHT FAILURE04V504000
 On august 23, 1999, volvo notified nhtsa that it would conduct a safety recall (99v235) on certain 1997 model year (my) 850 vehicles and certain 1998 s/v/c 70 series vehicles for failure of the headlight switch.the defect report stated in part: operation of the headlight switch, over an extended period of time, can result in inconsistent operation of the switch.volvo's remedy for this recall was to replace the headlight switch.this recall query investigation was opened on june 8, 2004, based on 13 reports of headlight failure on 1998 and 1999 s/v/c 70 series vehicles that were not included in the earlier recall.by letter of october 18, 2004, volvo has notified the agency that it will now conduct a safety recall of an additional 97,000 my 1998 through 2000 s70/v70/v70xc and c70 vehicles built from june 5, 1997 through january 11, 2000. volvo dealers will replace the original equipment master light switch with one of an improved design. see safety recall 04v504 for details.

Consumer Complaints

Fail datemilesoccurencesPurchase date
EXTERIOR LIGHTING
03/15/201060000
 Noticed bare wires inside headlight assembly, both sides, when changing bulb. wrapped wires until i could find a wiring harness. low beam was worse than high beam. checked with volvo, tallahassee, fl and they stated there were no recalls concerning headlight (or switch). recently bought two new wiring harnesses and installed but noticed they were also not correctly insulated (plastic) just like the old ones (16 gage wire with plastic, vs silicon high temp insulation.) also, on inspection, noticed the same harness on my other volvo, a 2002 volvo, had been upgraded to heavy duty wiring with silicon based insulation. dangerous! bare wires could have shorted out headlights at night! have old harness and pictures. can send/email as required.
08/08/2009500001
 2000 volvo s70 (50,000: while changing left low beam headlight, noticed the insulation was flaking off the wires. inspected the other side. it was worse with major bear sections of wire. also noted the wire is very thin gage for headlight circuits, especially in such a hot, high use area. high beam ok. checked volvo forums. found this was a common problem with volvo and a mechanic posted a repair procedure. besides the safety hazard of suddenly losing headlights, flashing of a circuit of this magnitude might have other affects on computer related controls. *tr
EXTERIOR LIGHTING - BRAKE LIGHTS
06/20/200473900108/01/2000
 My ets light kept coming on. i had to stop my car in high speed traffic 10-12 times and restart it. a web search reveals that this is a frequent problem with volvo s-70. the car suddenly loses power and will shut off if you continue to drive.*ak
01/28/2003470006
 The vehicle's turn signal, tail and brake lights are constantly blowing out. the gear shift indicator has failed 3-4 times. problem has occurred at least 5-6 times. dealer is unable to determine cause. ph
04/01/2000512/01/1999
 Front and back light bulbs have been replaced, brake lights also. electric windows and electric locks malfunctioned one time but lights continue to fail.
EXTERIOR LIGHTING - HEADLIGHTS
04/01/2000512/01/1999
 Front and back light bulbs have been replaced, brake lights also. electric windows and electric locks malfunctioned one time but lights continue to fail.
EXTERIOR LIGHTING - TAIL LIGHTS
01/28/2003470006
 The vehicle's turn signal, tail and brake lights are constantly blowing out. the gear shift indicator has failed 3-4 times. problem has occurred at least 5-6 times. dealer is unable to determine cause. ph
EXTERIOR LIGHTING - TURN SIGNAL
01/28/2003470006
 The vehicle's turn signal, tail and brake lights are constantly blowing out. the gear shift indicator has failed 3-4 times. problem has occurred at least 5-6 times. dealer is unable to determine cause. ph
EXTERIOR LIGHTING - TURN SIGNAL - FLASHER UNIT
05/26/2000102/01/2000
 Part apears to have failed en masse on many or most cars of this model. volvo unable to supply replacement part to enable safe and legal operation of vehicle. new part number issued, but back order status of at least two months. result - vehicle must either be parked for duration or operated in violation of law without turn indicators and hazard flasher. *ak

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