Recalls for your 1985 Volvo 740

Recalls for 1985 Volvo 740

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3 recalls found.
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Volvo 740 Turbo 1987

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Volvo 740 Turbo 1987

DEFECT #1 - SEAT BELTS:FRONT:ANCHORAGE


Posted on: 1991-05-15
Description
Safety belts are designed to be routed under a diagonal cross brace during fastening.  The instructional labels for the belt routing are inadequate, and can result in inadvertent release of the belt buckle.

Consequence
Consequence of defect: safety belt misuse could cause the seat occupant to face greater risk of injury in a sudden stop or vehicle accident if an inadvertent release of the safety belt occurred.

Corrective Action
Install labels to instruct the user in proper safety belt routing; also replace safety belt buckles.

Notes
System: safety belts for auxiliary seats.vehicle description: station wagons.

DEFECT #2 - ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:WIRING:FRONT UNDERHOOD


Posted on: 1987-05-19
Description
Engine wiring harness could chafe against an air conditioning pipe.

Consequence
A short circuit and malfunctioning of the electricalsystem, as well as charring of the wiring insulation, could result.

Corrective Action
Relocate wiring harness and secure with a new bracket and clamp.

Notes
System: engine wiring harness.vehicle description: passenger sedans and wagons.

DEFECT #3 - ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:COOLING SYSTEM


Posted on: 1985-01-14
Description
Certain vehicles are equipped with water pump pulleys which may contain a manufacturing defect, reducing the durability of the pulley.  Consequence of defect: if the pulley fails, pieces may be thrown about inside the engine compartment and cause damage to engine components.  If the hood should be opened it is possible a pulley failure could cause injury to persons in the area.

Consequence


Corrective Action
Inspect and replace the pulley where necessary.

Notes
Vehicle description: passenger cars.system: water pump pulley.