Defect Description For Recall
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.
Make Of Vehicle
VOLVO
Model Of Vehicle
850
Year
1994
Recall Campaign Number
96E025000
Component Description
Engine And Engine Cooling:Engine:Gasoline
Effect Of Defect
Engine Compartment Damage Could Occur Increasing The Risk Of A Vehicle Accident.
Fix Defect
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.
Vehicle Manufacturer
Volvo Cars Of Na, Inc.
Start Of Manufacture
19920901
End Of Manufacture
19960815
Type Of Vehicle Recall
E
Number Affected
400
Date Owners Notified
19961028
Initiated By
Mfr
Responsible Manufacturer
Volvo Car Usa, Llc
Date Report Received
19960820