Transport CanadaCritical
1985 VOLVO 200 SERIESTransport Canada Recall #1986101
The official notice
Defect
On certain Volvo 240, in the event of a low speed frontal impact, engine movement could cause the throttle cable sleeve to be pulled out of the adjusting fitting and not return to its original position. If this occured, an increase in engine speed would result, potentially making the vehicle more difficult to control in the post-collision environment.
Safety Risk
No risk description available.
Remedy
Throttle cables will be replaced.
5,500 vehicles affectedUpdated June 10, 2026