Engine and engine cooling: cooling systemRecall 85V-002 · Volvo vehicles

VOLVO OF AMERICA CORP. recall 85V-002 covers 7,390 Volvo vehicles for a engine and engine cooling: cooling system problem, reported to NHTSA on December 2, 1985.

Vehicles repairedNo manufacturer report yet

Vehicles affected7,3902 models

ReportedDec 2, 1985Owners notified Jan 21, 1985

Complaints since1Same system, after the recall

Source: NHTSA recall 85V002000 and manufacturer quarterly reports. Started by the manufacturer.

What's wrong

The problem

CERTAIN VEHICLES ARE EQUIPPED WITH WATER PUMP PULLEYS WHICH MAY CONTAIN A MANUFACTURING DEFECT, REDUCING THE DURABILITY OF THE PULLEY. CONSEQUENCE OF DEFECT: IF THE PULLEY FAILS, PIECES MAY BE THROWN ABOUT INSIDE THE ENGINE COMPARTMENT AND CAUSE DAMAGE TO ENGINE COMPONENTS. IF THE HOOD SHOULD BE OPENED IT IS POSSIBLE A PULLEY FAILURE COULD CAUSE INJURY TO PERSONS IN THE AREA.

What to do

The fix

INSPECT AND REPLACE THE PULLEY WHERE NECESSARY.

VEHICLE DESCRIPTION: PASSENGER CARS.SYSTEM: WATER PUMP PULLEY.

Recall repairs are free. Confirm whether this recall is open on your vehicle by entering its VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.

2 models

Vehicles in this recall

Volvo 7401985

Volvo 7601985

Built from August 1, 1984 to November 1, 1984. Not every vehicle in these model years is included; check by VIN.