Volvo Car Usa, Llc | NHTSA Recall #96E025000

Vehicle safety recall details from the Department of Transportation.

Description

Detailed recall information for NHTSA ID 96E025000 by Volvo Car Usa, Llc. Includes 400 affected units, ENGINE., component: ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING, and more from the Department of Transportation.

Defect Summary

Engine block heaters installed as accessories. the block heater contact surface does not match correctly with the engine block as intended. the block heater could come loose from the engine block, and if being used, could possibly overheat causing damage if it comes in contact with other engine compartment components.

Corrective Action

Dealers will inspect the block heater and secure the bolts used to install the heater. in some cases, the surface tolerances may be so inappropriate that the heater would need to be replaced with a heater of a modified design.

Recall Overview

NHTSA ID: 96E025000

Manufacturer: Volvo Car Usa, Llc

Report Received Date: 1996-08-20T00:00:00

Subject: Engine.

Component: Engine And Engine Cooling

Potentially Affected Units: 400

Details

MFR Campaign Number: NR (Not Reported)

Recall Type: Equipment

Defect Summary: Engine block heaters installed as accessories. the block heater contact surface does not match correctly with the engine block as intended. the block heater could come loose from the engine block, and if being used, could possibly overheat causing damage if it comes in contact with other engine compartment components.

Consequence Summary: Engine compartment damage could occur increasing the risk of a vehicle accident.

Corrective Action: Dealers will inspect the block heater and secure the bolts used to install the heater. in some cases, the surface tolerances may be so inappropriate that the heater would need to be replaced with a heater of a modified design.

Safety Information

Fire Risk When Parked: No

Do Not Drive: No

Completion Rate: N/A

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NHTSA ID: 96E025000

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Created At: 1742808662

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Updated At: 1742808662

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