Vehicle recall 96V199000 · October 11, 1996
Volvo 854, 855 and 2 more models
The screws which attach the throttle plate to its axle (shaft) can loosen allowing the throttle plate to come in contact with the throttle housing.
Source: NHTSA data as of September 22, 2026. Last refreshed Sep 23, 2026, 2:43 AM UTC.
- Summary
- The screws which attach the throttle plate to its axle (shaft) can loosen allowing the throttle plate to come in contact with the throttle housing.
- Consequence
- This condition could prevent the throttle from returning to idle position increasing the potential for a vehicle accident.
- Remedy
- Dealers will replace the throttle housing.
- Notes
- Owner notification:owner notification is expected to begin November 8, 1996. Note: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.ALSO contact the national highway traffic safety administration's auto safety hotline at 1-800-424-9393.
Recall details
- NHTSA campaign
- 96V199000
- Reported to NHTSA
- October 11, 1996
- Filed by
- VOLVO CARS OF NA, INC.
- Owner notification
- November 8, 1996
- Vehicles potentially affected
- 12,530
- Initiated by
- the manufacturer
- Components
- Vehicle speed control
Vehicles covered
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