850 L5-2.3L Turbo VIN 57 B5234FT (1994)
Technical Service Bulletin # TNN23-24
Date: 040923
Recall 139 - Fuel Tank Inspection/Replacement
NO: 23-24
DATE: 9-23-2004
MODEL: 854/855
M.YEAR: 1994-1997
CHASSIS:
(NOTE: RETAILERS MUST CONFIRM VEHICLE ELIGIBILITY)
SUBJECT:
Recall Campaign 139
Inspecting the Fuel Tank and Installing Rubber Dampers.
REFERENCE:
SMB 23-139/ PB 23 - 139
DESCRIPTION:
Volvo Cars of North America, LLC (Volvo) has decided that a defect related to motor vehicle safety exists in certain model year 1994-1997 Volvo 850
vehicles.
In certain cases, after prolonged exposure to extreme heat, the fuel tank may develop seepage at the heat shield attachment. This is because the heat
shield attachment locations may not meet certain Volvo specifications. When this occurs, a fuel odor may be present. Fuel seepage in the presence of an
ignition source may result in a fire.
SPECIAL TOOLS
Service
SERVICE:
1.
Removing the protective plate