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🔥 Fire riskNHTSA 05V529📅 Nov 17, 2005

2005 Volvo S80 & 2005 Volvo XC90 recall: electrical system

⚠️ What's wrong

On certain passenger and sport utility vehicles, due to an error in the factory assembly instruction, the b+terminal may be in conflict with the starter motor solenoid. If this occurs, the conflict between the b+terminal and the starter motor solenoid may develop into a short circuit of the battery cable to ground.

💥 The risk

Smoke may appear from under the hood and it may be impossible to start the car. If the short circuit happens during driving, electrical power could be lost resulting in the warning lamps being deactivated. An electrical short could result in a fire.

🔧 The fix

Dealers will inspect and increase distance between the b+terminal and the starter motor solenoid by adjusting the terminal. The recall began on january 31, 2006. Owners may contact volvo at 1-800-458-1552.

Is the fix free? Yes. Safety recall repairs are free at any authorized dealer under federal law, including parts and labor. (Vehicles more than 15 years old when the recall was announced can be excluded, but most manufacturers still fix them.)
NHTSA campaign
05V529000
Manufacturer recall #
R150
Manufacturer
VOLVO CARS OF N.A. LLC.
Vehicles affected
10,259
Component
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:STARTER ASSEMBLY:SOLENOID
Owner phone
1-800-458-1552
NHTSA hotline
1-888-327-4236
Owner letters mailed
Jan 31, 2006
Built
Jun 17, 2004 – Jun 2, 2005
Recall started by
ODI
Notes
Volvo recall no. R150.customers may also contact the national highway traffic safety administration's vehicle safety hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to http://www.safercar.gov.

Vehicles in this recall

Is your car affected? Recalls apply to specific VINs. Check my VIN

FAQ

Is the 05V529 recall repair free?

Yes. Safety recall repairs are free at any authorized dealer under federal law, including parts and labor. (Vehicles more than 15 years old when the recall was announced can be excluded, but most manufacturers still fix them.)

Which vehicles are included in recall 05V529?

2005 Volvo S80 & 2005 Volvo XC90. 10,259 vehicles may be affected. Check your exact car with its 17-character VIN.

What should I do?

Check your VIN, then call any authorized Volvo dealer to book the free repair or call the manufacturer at 1-800-458-1552.