Vehicle recall 81V131000 · October 23, 1981
1981 Volvo DL
Due to insufficient grounding of the internal ignition distributor parts, the ignition could misfire.
Source: NHTSA data as of September 22, 2026. Last refreshed Sep 23, 2026, 2:43 AM UTC.
- Summary
- Due to insufficient grounding of the internal ignition distributor parts, the ignition could misfire. This could adversely affect vehicle driveability and longevity of the distributor components.
- Remedy
- All affected vehicles will be fitted with modified ignition components. This includes a new distributor having improved grounding. All vehicles will be fitted with a capacitor to reduce the high voltage peaks. This will be done at no charge to owner.
- Notes
- Vehicle description: passenger vehicles equipped with a specific electronicignition system and B21F mpg engines.system: electrical; ignition system.consequences of defect: this condition can result in ignition misfiring or, insome cases, intermittent stalling. A stalled vehicle may present a traffichazard and could cause an accident.
Recall details
- NHTSA campaign
- 81V131000
- Reported to NHTSA
- October 23, 1981
- Filed by
- VOLVO OF AMERICA CORP.
- Owner notification
- November 30, 1981
- Vehicles potentially affected
- 5,750
- Initiated by
- the manufacturer
- Components
- Electrical system › Ignition
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