1997 Volvo 855
Safety record from NHTSA: recalls, owner complaints, investigations and service bulletins.
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Recalls
2 recalls name the 1997 Volvo 855. Newest first.
On some sedans and station wagons equipped with seat heaters, it IS possible that excessive compression of the seat cushion could cause damage to the electrical wiring of the seat heater.
Risk and remedy
Risk
If this occurs, the damage could result in a short circuit that could cause a fire.
Remedy
Dealers will disconnect the existing wires and install a new electronic thermostat and cable harness. owner notification began on february 19, 2003. owners who take their vehicles to an authorized dealer on an agreed upon service date and do not receive the free remedy within a reasonable time should contact volvo at 1-800-458-1552.
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 and remedy
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.
Owner complaints
3 complaints
What owners report most
Latest complaints
- Service brakes, hydraulic › Antilock/traction control/electronic limited slip › Control unit/module
The ABS light illuminated while driving. the vehicle was driven to the dealer for inspection. the dealer informed the consumer that ABS failed to operate because the ABS motor needed to be replaced. *ak *sc *jb
- Service brakes, air › Antilock › Control unit/module · Service brakes, air › Antilock › Interconnecting assembly(wiring)
Repeated incidents of abs/tractioncontrol warning light. Computer readout shows failure of abs/tracs computer board. *Ak
- Service brakes, air › Antilock › Abs warning light
Repeated incidents of abs/tractioncontrol warning light. Computer readout shows failure of abs/tracs computer board. This problem IS multiply described on the internet thjrough the volvo club of america bulletin board.*ak
Defect investigations
NHTSA’s Office of Defects Investigation opened these reviews into vehicles including this one.
- Seat fires
Volvo IS conducting a safety recall based on its analysis of complaints and technical information developed during its investigation.volvo'ssurvey of vehicles routinely brought in for maintenance at east-coast dealerships produced evidence that bare metal wires (that provide support for the seat bottom) can contact…
Volvo IS conducting a safety recall based on its analysis of complaints and technical information developed during its investigation.volvo'ssurvey of vehicles routinely brought in for maintenance at east-coast dealerships produced evidence that bare metal wires (that provide support for the seat bottom) can contact the thermostat and electrical wiresin or beneath the seat cushion.this can result in an electrical short.volvo confirmed in testing that if such a condition IS present, the short to the wire seat support could cause burning of the seat cushion without activating (opening) the seat heater fuse.volvo will replace the entire thermostat assembly with an electronic timer delay unit.
Service bulletins
Technical service bulletins and other communications the manufacturer sent dealers about this vehicle. Ask a dealer for the full document by its number.
- 10241661Complimentary upgrade c00009 description.
- 10241651Rubber cushion
- 10213885The Deutronic DBL-1200 is an advanced battery maintainer/charger with the flexibility to be updated as products and repair methods evolve.
- 10213883ICUP/Google Built-In Diagnostic Operations
- 10213882Battery Charger/maintainer requirement
- 10212892Shipping and Handling of Volvo Lithium-ion 48V Mild Hybrid Battery to Global Battery Solutions (GBS)
- 10212891VIDA QR Scanner Mobile App
- 10087107This IS a service product journal : the previously reported issue with vida 2015 and battery testing has been resolved. Vida 2015 battery testing IS the only approved method for producing battery test codes. The use of vida classic or other measuring tools IS not considered acceptable when submitting warranty claims.
- 10003410Service bulletin campaign 118 regarding rear control arms may develop cracks, all-wheel drive.
- 10003409Service bulletin /parts bulletin campaign 118 regarding rear control arm, all-wheel drive (AWD).
- 10003408Service manager bulletin campaign 118. The rear suspension control arms may develop cracks, which if left unchecked, can affect the directional stabilty of the vehicle.
- 608047Information on installing a protective pad on the tailgate outside handle.
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