The problem
Under very cold weather conditions, ice crystals can form at the throttle in the engine intake system, and prevent the throttle from returning to idle.
The risk
This condition can cause loss of speed control and can result in unwanted acceleration and a possible accident.
The fix
Dealers will replace the throttle body, throttle cable, charge air cooler piping and crankcase ventilation hoses.
Contacts
System: fuel; throttle linkages and control. Vehicle description: passenger cars; sedans and station wagons. Note: if your vehicle is presented to an authorized dealer on an agreed upon service date and the remedy is not provided within a reasonable time and free of charge or the remedy does not correct the defect, please contact volvo at 1-201-768-7300. Also, contact the national highway traffic safety administration's auto safety hotline at 1-800-424-9393.
What to do
- Check your VIN. Enter it at nhtsa.gov/recalls - it shows whether this recall applies to your vehicle and whether the repair has been done.
- Call a dealer. Any authorized Volvo dealer will do the repair free, whether or not you bought the vehicle there. Quote campaign 94V173000.
- Ask about parts and a loaner. If parts aren't available yet, ask what to do in the meantime.
- Keep your paperwork. If you paid for this repair before the recall, you may be able to get reimbursed - here's how.