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Vehicle recall 05V529000 · November 17, 2005

Volvo S80 and XC90

On certain passenger and sport utility vehicles, due to an error in the factory assembly instruction, the b+terminal may be in conflict with the starter motor solenoid.

Source: NHTSA data as of September 22, 2026. Last refreshed Sep 23, 2026, 2:43 AM UTC.

Summary
On certain passenger and sport utility vehicles, due to an error in the factory assembly instruction, the b+terminal may be in conflict with the starter motor solenoid. If this occurs, the conflict between the b+terminal and the starter motor solenoid may develop into a short circuit of the battery cable to ground.
Consequence
Smoke may appear from under the hood and it may be impossible to start the car. If the short circuit happens during driving, electrical power could be lost resulting in the warning lamps being deactivated. An electrical short could result in a fire.
Remedy
Dealers will inspect and increase distance between the b+terminal and the starter motor solenoid by adjusting the terminal. The recall began on January 31, 2006. Owners may contact Volvo at 1-800-458-1552.
Notes
Volvo recall no. R150.CUSTOMERS may also contact the national highway traffic safety administration's vehicle safety hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to http://www.safercar.gov.

Recall details

NHTSA campaign
05V529000
Reported to NHTSA
November 17, 2005
Filed by
VOLVO CARS OF N.A. LLC.
Manufacturer campaign
R150
Owner notification
January 31, 2006
Vehicles potentially affected
10,259
Initiated by
NHTSA’s Office of Defects Investigation
Components
Electrical system › Starter assembly › Solenoid
Recall 05V529000 on nhtsa.gov, with the manufacturer’s documents

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