Vehicle recall 84V018000 · February 22, 1984
1983 Volvo 760
The brake warning switch may have components that have been improperly manufactured.
Source: NHTSA data as of September 22, 2026. Last refreshed Sep 23, 2026, 2:43 AM UTC.
- Summary
- The brake warning switch may have components that have been improperly manufactured. Brake fluid may seep from the switch without triggering the brake warning switch.
- Remedy
- O rings and end plugs on affected vehicles will be replaced.
- Notes
- Vehicle description: passenger vehicles.system: brakes; brake warning valve.consequences of defect: loss of brake fluid may cause a loss in braking power,possibly resulting in an accident.
Recall details
- NHTSA campaign
- 84V018000
- Reported to NHTSA
- February 22, 1984
- Filed by
- VOLVO OF AMERICA CORP.
- Owner notification
- March 24, 1984
- Vehicles potentially affected
- 5,800
- Initiated by
- the manufacturer
- Components
- Service brakes, hydraulic › Brake fluid low warning › Lamp
Vehicles covered
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