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1994 Volvo 850 recalls

There are 2 safety recalls on record for the 1994 Volvo 850, covering 240,000 vehicles in total across all the models in each campaign. Newest first.

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Fuel system, gasoline: storageReported July 30, 2004 · 226,000 vehicles affected
What is wrong
On certain passenger vehicles, after prolonged exposure to heat, the fuel tank may seep or leak fuel at the points where the heat shield is attached.
Risk
Fuel leakage, in the presence of an ignition source, could result in a fire.
Remedy
Volvo will inspect the fuel tank and replace it if any evidence of fuel seepage or leakage is found. All vehicles will receive new reinforcement bushings at the heat shield attachment points to prevent future leaks. This recall will be conducted as a safety recall in the hot weather states of alabama, arkansas, arizona, california, florida, georgia, hawaii, louisiana, mississippi, nevada, new mexico, north carolina, oklahoma, south carolina, tennessee, texas, and utah, and as a service recall in the other 33 states and the district of columbia. The recall began on september 24, 2004. Owners may contact volvo at 1‑800‑458‑1552.

Recall number 04V368000 · Recall details

Vehicle speed controlReported September 13, 1994 · 14,000 vehicles affected
What is wrong
Under very cold weather conditions, ice crystals can form at the throttle in the engine intake system, and prevent the throttle from returning to idle.
Risk
This condition can cause loss of speed control and can result in unwanted acceleration and a possible accident.
Remedy
Dealers will replace the throttle body, throttle cable, charge air cooler piping and crankcase ventilation hoses.

Recall number 94V173000 · Recall details

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How many recalls does the 1994 Volvo 850 have?

2, covering fuel system, gasoline and vehicle speed control.

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