1990-1991 Volvo 760, Volvo 780 and others recall: fuel pump
Volvo Of America Corp. reported this safety recall on January 8, 1991. It covers about 19,286 vehicles.
- vehicles affected
- 19,286
- reported
- Jan 8, 1991
- owners notified
- Mar 1, 1991
- related complaints
- 3
Fuel system, gasoline: delivery: fuel pump
- What is wrong
- If conditions of high ambient temperature, overfilling of the fuel tank, and insufficient torque on the sending unit lock ring exist simultaneously, fuel seepage may occur from the top of the tank.
- Risk
- Fuel seepage could result in fire in the presence of anignition source.
- Remedy
- Retorque sending unit lock ring; replace lock ring gasket if fuel seepage is detected. Note: the only 940 model subject to this recall is the 940se.
Recall number 91V010000
Affected vehicles
Owner complaints about the same problem
Owners of these vehicles have filed 3 complaints about fuel system problems.
Questions about recall 91V010000
Is there a recall on the 1990-1991 Volvo 760, Volvo 780 and others fuel pump?
Yes. Recall 91V010000, reported on January 8, 1991, covers about 19,286 vehicles.
What is the fix for recall 91V010000?
Retorque sending unit lock ring; replace lock ring gasket if fuel seepage is detected. Note: the only 940 model subject to this recall is the 940se.
Is the recall repair free?
Safety recall repairs are done free of charge at authorized dealers. A dealer can confirm with the VIN whether a specific vehicle is included and whether the repair has already been done.
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