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).

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