Headlights: switchRecall 87V-195 · 1988 Volvo 760
VOLVO OF AMERICA CORP. recall 87V-195 covers 2,930 1988 Volvo 760 for a headlights: switch problem, reported to NHTSA on December 29, 1987.
Source: NHTSA recall 87V195000 and manufacturer quarterly reports. Started by the manufacturer.
What's wrong
The problem
HEADLIGHT SWITCH CONTAINS COMPONENTS WHICH MAY COME LOOSE UPON OPERATION AND CAUSE SHORT CIRCUITS IN THE SWITCH.
The risk
IF THIS OCCURS, THE HEADLAMPS WILL NOT FUNCTION, ANDCHARRING OF THE INSULATION OF CERTAIN WIRES TO THE SWITCH MAY RESULT.
What to do
The fix
ALL AFFECTED VEHICLES WILL HAVE THE HEADLIGHT SWITCH REPLACED.
SYSTEM: ELECTRICAL/HEADLIGHTVEHICLE DESCRIPTION: PASSENGER CAR
Recall repairs are free. Confirm whether this recall is open on your vehicle by entering its VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.