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Transport Canada · listed for this model year
On certain Volvo 780, 944SE and 945SE, there is the possibility of chafing of the insulation on the cables feeding the seat heater, power seat motors and seatbelt warning indicator. This could lead to a low amp short circuit. These cables are located under the front seat. Correction: Cables will be inspected and if necessary, repaired or replaced.
1997186 · 612 units in campaign · Transport Canada
Applies only if the manufacturer confirms your VIN · repair by an authorized dealer
On certain Volvo 744 and 745, due to the changed freedom of movement of the engine caused by the introduction of hydraulic motor mounts in the 1988 model year, there is the possibility of excessive chafing of the insulation of the positive and negative battery cables. This could result in a short circuit. Correction: Cable harness will be inspected and replaced if necessary. Cable harness will be fitted with a protective sleeve.
1996082 · 3,481 units in campaign · Transport Canada
Applies only if the manufacturer confirms your VIN · repair by an authorized dealer
On certain Volvo 740, 760 and 940, the seatbelts for the auxiliary seat are designed to be routed under a diagonal cross brace during fastening. The labeling which instructs the user in the proper routing is inadequate. As a result, the belt may be routed over the brace, and this may make it possible for the belt to be inadvertently released. Correcton: Proper instructional labels will be installed on seats. In addition, new buckle assemblies will be installed.
1991075 · 14 units in campaign · Transport Canada
Applies only if the manufacturer confirms your VIN · repair by an authorized dealer
On certain Volvo 740, the driveshaft may contact the fuel tank. Depending on the degree of scoring or scraping, a fuel leak may develop creating a risk of fire. Correction: The fuel tank will be inspected for clearance and, if required, replaced or have a protective device installed.
1989161 · 2,868 units in campaign · Transport Canada
Applies only if the manufacturer confirms your VIN · repair by an authorized dealer
On certain Volvo 780, the Electronic Control Unit, which activates the Supplemental Restraint System may not function as designed. This may result in the airbag inflation module and seat belt pre-tensioner not functioning properly in a crash situation resulting in an increased risk of personal injury. Correction: Dealers will replace the Electronic Control Unit.
1989027 · 232 units in campaign · Transport Canada
Applies only if the manufacturer confirms your VIN · repair by an authorized dealer
On certain Volvo 704, 744 and 745, the front driveshaft flange bolts may loosen and result in separation of the driveshaft from the transmission. Separation can cause damage to the gear selector and loss of power to the rear wheels which could lead to diminished vehicle control under certain circumstances. Correction: Driveshaft flange bolts and nuts will be replaced and the joint between the driveshaft and transmission will be modified.
1988152 · 3,974 units in campaign · Transport Canada
Applies only if the manufacturer confirms your VIN · repair by an authorized dealer
On certain Volvo 764 and 765, headlight switch components may come loose upon operating and may cause short circuits in the switch. If this occurs the headlamps will not function and charring of the insulation of certain wires to the switch could result. Correction: Headlight switch will be replaced.
1988003 · 398 units in campaign · Transport Canada
Applies only if the manufacturer confirms your VIN · repair by an authorized dealer
1988 Volvo 700 Series recall questions
Transport Canada lists 7 recalls for the 1988 Volvo 700 Series model year. That counts campaigns naming this model year, not recalls on your vehicle: many cover only a VIN range or production window, and some only vehicles found on inspection.
Enter your VIN in Volvo's Canadian recall lookup, or call a Volvo dealer with your VIN. In Canada the manufacturer is responsible for showing recall and repair status for each VIN, so its lookup is the authoritative answer. Cardog uses your VIN only to find the model year; the recalls shown here are listed for that model year and are not matched to your VIN.
Not necessarily. NHTSA campaigns cover vehicles sold in the United States, and NHTSA's VIN lookup has no Canadian data. When a defect also affects Canadian vehicles, the manufacturer files a separate notice with Transport Canada, often under a different number and sometimes covering a different set of vehicles. For a Canadian vehicle, go by the Transport Canada listing and Volvo's Canadian lookup.
Safety recall repairs are normally done at no charge by an authorized Volvo dealer. The manufacturer's notice for each campaign sets out the remedy and any conditions, so confirm with the dealer when you book.
Once Volvo's lookup or a dealer confirms a recall applies, book the repair with an authorized Volvo dealer and bring your VIN. If the manufacturer's notice says not to drive the vehicle or to park it outside, follow that instruction. Parts can take time, so book early.
Follow the manufacturer's notice for that recall. Most allow normal driving until the repair; some tell owners to stop driving or to park outside until it is fixed. Cardog does not grade recalls by severity: the manufacturer's notice and your dealer are the source.
Manufacturers must notify owners they have on record. If you bought the vehicle used or have moved, update your details with Volvo Canada so notices reach you, and check the manufacturer's lookup from time to time.
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