Transport CanadaCritical
2005 VOLVO S80Transport Canada Recall #2005365
Defect
On certain vehicles, the positive battery cable may wear against the starter solenoid. The resulting chafe damage could develop into an electrical short. This can be noticed in different ways. If the vehicle is parked, smoke may appear from under the hood and/or it may be impossible to start the car. If the short circuit happens during driving, not only will the engine stall, but the electrical power could also be lost, resulting in warning lamps being deactivated.
Safety Risk
No risk description available.
Remedy
Dealers will relocate the battery cable.
465 vehicles affectedMfr ref: 150