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NHTSA Campaign ID:
02V314000 Component: Interior Systems:Bucket Seats Heating Elements Manufacturer: Volvo Cars Of NA, Inc. |
| Year: 1996 |
Make: Volvo |
Model: 855 |
Recall Date: 11/26/2002 |
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Potential Number of Units Affected: 65000 Manufactured: 06/1995 - 05/1996 |
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Defect Summary:
On some sedans and station wagons equipped with seat heaters, it is possible that excessive compression of the seat cushion could cause damage to the electrical wiring of the seat heater.Consequence Summary: If this occurs, the damage could result in a short circuit, increasing the likelihood of a fire.Corrective Summary: Dealers will disconnect the existing wires and install a new electronic thermostat and cable harness. Volvo has not yet provided an owner notification schedule for this campaign. 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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