What Transport Canada published
- Recall number
- 1984025
- Recall date
- 23 February 1984
- Make
- Volvo
- Models
- 200 Series
- Model years
- 1981 to 1984
- Vehicle class
- Car
- System
- Electrical
- Raised as
- Safety Mfr
- Vehicles affected
- 1,413
- Register
- Canada — Transport Canada, Vehicle Recalls Database
On certain Volvo 242, 244 and 245, the alternator wire between the starter and the alternator could be pushed into contact with the heat shield at the turbocharger during servicing. Chafing of the wire can lead to a short circuit which can cause melting or burning of the wire and under certain conditions present the possibility of an engine compartment fire. Turbocharged GLT model passenger vehicles having 2 door, 4 door, and 5 door are affected.
The wording above is the department's own, as it stood in the monthly file this site last read. Vehicle counts are the sum of the counts published for each make and model the recall covers. To act on a recall, use the official notice: Transport Canada recall 1984025.