- The problem
- On certain heavy duty trucks equipped with cummins electronic control modules on the l10g engines, the ecm does not have the ability to detect a throttle fail-safe engine shutdown command. This could result in an unanticipated, uncommanded open throttle condition without warning.
- The risk
- If this event occurs, the vehicle operator will not have control of the engine speed, possibly resulting in a vehicle crash.
- The fix
- Cummins will notify the customers and replace the ecm. Owners should contact cummins at 1-800-343-7357 or volvo trucks at 1-800-528-6586.
Vehicle safety record
1997 Volvo WX Problems, complaints & recalls
No owner complaints about the 1997 Volvo WX have been filed with NHTSA. It is covered by 7 recalls, the latest in July 2003 for the vehicle speed control.
NHTSA data checked
DMore problems than a typical WX year, for its age
- Complaints
- 0
- Recalls
- 7
- Crashes
- 0
- Fires
- 0
- Injuries
- 0
- Deaths
- 0
1997 Volvo WX recalls 7
Recall repairs are free. Your dealer fixes them whether or not you bought the car there - check your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls to see if yours is done. What to do
- The problem
- Vehicle description: heavy duty trucks built with bendix air abs with an ec-17 1030r electronic control unit (ecu), there have been reports of unwanted abs activation at low speeds caused by 1) chafed abs wheel speed sensor wires on rotating parts or 2) a damaged component at the wheel end that generates a certain type of erratic sensor signal.
- The risk
- This condition could cause the abs ecu to exhaust the air at the air brake modulators for one or more of the wheels. This could result in extended braking distances and a possible crash.
- The fix
- DEALERS WILL REPLACE THE ABS ECU.
- The problem
- Vehicle description: heavy duty trucks equipped with haldex manifold dash valves (mdv) used in tractor and trailer parking brakes. These valves do not meet the requirements of fmvss no. 121, "Air brake systems." A loss of the isolation of the two brake system circuits can result in the loss of service brakes when there is another failure of one of the two brake circuits.
- The risk
- The loss of service brakes can occur, increasing the risk of a crash.
- The fix
- DEALERS WILL REPLACE THE SUSPECT VALVES.
- The problem
- Vehicle description: dual steer class 8 heavy duty trucks. The front steer axle brakes do not comply with the requirements of fmvss no. 121, "Air brake systems."
- The risk
- A slow brake release time can cause premature brake wear which if left unchecked could lead to brake failure and vehicle crash.
- The fix
- Dealers will install a relay valve in the front steering axle brake system.
- The problem
- Vehicle description: class 8 heavy duty trucks. The air suspension control valve supply line was not plumbed through an air pressure protection valve. In the event of a failure, there would be loss of air pressure in the 'b' system air reservoir that supplies air pressure for the front steer axle brakes.
- The risk
- This condition would result in increased stopping distances.
- The fix
- Dealers will install the necessary air pressure protection valve.
- The problem
- Vehicle description: heavy duty trucks equipped with aftermarket aluminum dual wheels, 22.5X8.25, One-piece, tubeless, supplied by accuride/akw. Certain design revisions combined with process conditions caused fatigue cracks in these wheels.
- The risk
- This condition can cause failure of these wheels.
- The fix
- ACCURIDE/AKW WILL REPLACE THESE WHEELS.
- The problem
- Vehicle description: class 8 heavy duty trucks. The steer axle wheel bearing jam nut lock washer may not have been bent over the jam nut after the wheel bearings were adjusted.
- The risk
- If this condition exists, the jam nut and wheel bearing adjusting nut can back off the spindle allowing the wheel and the brake drum assembly to separate from the vehicle increasing the risk of a vehicle crash.
- The fix
- Dealers will inspect the steering axle wheel bearing jam nut lock washer to determine if it is bent over the jam nut, and if not, repair as required.
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Volvo WX: every year compared
All WX years1997 Volvo WX vs rivals
| Vehicle | Complaints | Recalls | Grade | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1997 Volvo WX | 0 | 7 | D | |
| 1997 Volvo 850 | 121 | 3 | C | Compare |
| 1997 Volvo 960 | 25 | 0 | C | Compare |
| 1997 Volvo S90 | 7 | 0 | C | Compare |
| 1997 Volvo S70 | 4 | 0 | A | Compare |
| 1997 Volvo 940 | 1 | 0 | A | Compare |
More sales usually means more complaints, so compare similar vehicles of the same year. The grade compares each vehicle with its own model's other years.
Questions about the 1997 Volvo WX
Does the 1997 Volvo WX have any recalls?
Yes - NHTSA lists 7 recalls for the 1997 Volvo WX: vehicle speed control (July 2003); antilock (August 2000); parking brake (February 2000); service brakes, air (August 1999) and more. Recall repairs are free at any authorized dealer. Enter your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls to see whether yours has been fixed.
How many complaints has the 1997 Volvo WX had?
None have been filed with NHTSA so far.
Is the 1997 Volvo WX a reliable vehicle?
Its Safety Index is 30 out of 100 (grade D: more problems than a typical Volvo WX year, for its age). The index weighs complaints, crashes, fires, injuries, deaths and recalls against how long the vehicle has been on the road, compared with the same model's other years. It is not a measure of every repair - read the complaints and owner experiences, and have any used vehicle inspected before you buy.
What should I do if my 1997 Volvo WX has a problem?
If it is a safety problem, stop driving it if it is unsafe and contact your dealer. Report it to NHTSA at nhtsa.gov/report-a-safety-problem - enough reports start investigations and recalls - and share your experience here so other owners know what to look for.
Source: U.S. National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) complaints and recalls, checked . Complaints are owners' own reports and are not verified. How we use the data