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Volvo 740 Recall 85V002: Engine And Engine Cooling:Cooling System

NHTSA campaign 85V002, reported December 2, 1985, 7,390 vehicles potentially affected.

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The repair is normally free at an authorized dealer.

Official recall notice

Safety recall 85V002VOLVO OF AMERICA CORP.
Component
ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:COOLING SYSTEM
Problem
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.
Risk
Remedy
INSPECT AND REPLACE THE PULLEY WHERE NECESSARY.
Notes
VEHICLE DESCRIPTION: PASSENGER CARS.SYSTEM: WATER PUMP PULLEY.

Affected vehicles

Volvo 7401985
Volvo 7601985