Volvo Car 400 Series: Possibility Of An Underbonnet Fire
Volvo Car 400 Series Recall Summary Volvo is recalling approximately 92,823 vehicles from the 400 Series due to a faulty electrical connection at the rear of the alternator that can cause arcing and potentially lead to underbonnet fires. The recall affects vehicles distributed in the United Kingdom. Volvo will install a line fuse between the battery and alternator, add a non-rotational device at the alternator connection, and inspect or replace any damaged cables.
- Recalling firm
- VOLVO CAR
- Product
- Vehicles: VOLVO CAR 400 SERIES. Units affected: 92,823
- Reason
- A faulty electrical connection at the rear of the alternator can cause arcing with a possible risk of an underbonnet fire. Remedy: Recall the affected vehicles for:- A) The installation of a line fuse between the battery and the B+ connection on the alternator. B) Install a non rotational device at the B+ connection at the rear of the alternator. Any B+ cable showing signs of damage
- Classification
- Class I
- Category
- vehicle recall
- Country
- United Kingdom
- Agency
- UK Driver and Vehicle Standards Agency
- Recall date
- 1996-08-30
- Status
- Ongoing
- Distribution
- United Kingdom
Official recall notice from UK Driver and Vehicle Standards Agency
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