The worst 1997 Volvo 965 problems
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Recalls 1
Vehicle speed control
- What is wrong
- The screws which attach the throttle plate to its axle (shaft) can loosen allowing the throttle plate to come in contact with the throttle housing.
- Risk
- This condition could prevent the throttle from returning to idle position increasing the potential for a vehicle accident.
- Remedy
- Dealers will replace the throttle housing.
Recall number 96V199000 · Recall details
Technical service bulletins for the 1997 Volvo 965 9
Bulletins tell dealers how to fix known problems. A warranty extension means the manufacturer pays for that repair for longer.
- Complimentary upgrade C00009 description.
- Rubber cushion
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- ICUP/Google Built-In Diagnostic Operations
- Vida qr
- Shipping and Handling of Volvo Lithium-ion 48V Mild Hybrid Battery to Global Battery Solutions (GBS)
- Battery Charger/maintainer requirement
- This is a service product journal : the previously reported issue with vida 2015 and battery testing has...
- Information describing how to repair the tailgate panel attachments. tt
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Questions about the 1997 Volvo 965
Is the 1997 Volvo 965 reliable?
Owners have filed 0 complaints about the 1997 Volvo 965.
What is the most common problem with the 1997 Volvo 965?
There are not enough complaints to tell.
How many recalls does the 1997 Volvo 965 have?
1 recall, covering vehicle speed control.
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