What Transport Canada published
- Recall number
- 2002228
- Recall date
- 25 November 2002
- Make
- Volvo
- Models
- 800 Series
- Model years
- 1996 to 1997
- Vehicle class
- Car
- System
- Other
- Raised as
- Safety Mfr
- Vehicles affected
- 8,294
- Register
- Canada — Transport Canada, Vehicle Recalls Database
On certain Volvo 850, excessive compression of the seat cushion may cause damage to the electrical wiring of the seat heater. If this occurs, the damage may result in a short circuit. Correction: Dealers will install an updated electronic thermostat and cable harness.
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 2002228.