Volvo 142 (1974) – 79V132000

Defect Description For Recall

On The Involved Vehicles, There Is The Possibility That Fuel Wetting In The Drain Plug Area Of The Fuel Tank Could Exist. This Is Caused By A Possible Soldering Inconsistency At The Drain Plug Flange Of The Fuel Tank Or An Inconsistency Of Fitting Between The Drain Plug Threads. If Fuel Wetting Should Occur At The Drain Plug Area, A Combustible Mixture Could Result.

Make Of Vehicle

VOLVO

Model Of Vehicle

142

Year

1974

Recall Campaign Number

79V132000

Component Description

Fuel System, Gasoline:Storage:Tank Assembly

Effect Of Defect

Fix Defect

Dealer Will Inspect And Replace The Fuel Tank, If Necessary, At No Cost To Owner.

Vehicle Manufacturer

Volvo Of America Corp.

Start Of Manufacture

19730801

End Of Manufacture

19750701

Type Of Vehicle Recall

V

Number Affected

121000

Date Owners Notified

19800131

Initiated By

Odi

Responsible Manufacturer

Volvo Car Usa, Llc

Date Report Received

19790530

Make Campaign Number

Part Number

Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard