The 1985 Volvo 700 Series has 4 recalls, the most serious being a wiring harness that can chafe against an air conditioning pipe on equipped models, causing a short circuit that chars insulation and can start an engine compartment fire.
A second serious issue affects certain 704, 744, and 745 models: the front driveshaft flange bolts can loosen and allow the driveshaft to separate from the transmission. When that happens, the gear selector can be damaged and power to the rear wheels is lost, which can reduce the driver's ability to control the vehicle. On the occupant safety side, the seatbelt routing for the auxiliary seat on certain trims is not clearly labeled, meaning a passenger can thread the belt over a diagonal cross brace rather than under it as intended, which can allow the buckle to release unexpectedly. There is also an engine concern on 740 and 760 models: the water pump pulley can fail and shed pieces inside the engine compartment, posing a risk to anyone working near the engine at the time.
At a glance
What can fail
Auxiliary seat seatbelts can be routed incorrectly over a cross brace instead of under it due to inadequate labeling, potentially allowing the belt to release unintentionally.
What the fix does
Improved instructional labels will be installed on seats, and new buckle assemblies will be fitted.
Summarized — see the official notice for exact wording, dates, and contacts.
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At a glance
What can fail
Front driveshaft flange bolts can loosen, causing the driveshaft to separate from the transmission. This damages the gear selector and cuts power to the rear wheels, reducing vehicle control.
What the fix does
Driveshaft flange bolts and nuts are replaced, and the connection between the driveshaft and transmission is modified.
Summarized — see the official notice for exact wording, dates, and contacts.
At a glance
What can fail
The engine wiring harness can rub against the air conditioning pipe, causing insulation to wear through and create a short circuit. This could damage the electrical system and start a fire in the engine compartment.
What the fix does
The wiring harness will be moved to a new location and fastened with a bracket and clamp to prevent contact with the air conditioning pipe.
Summarized — see the official notice for exact wording, dates, and contacts.
At a glance
What can fail
The water pump pulley can fail and break apart, sending pieces flying inside the engine compartment. This poses a safety risk to anyone servicing the vehicle when failure occurs.
What the fix does
No remedy description available.
Summarized — see the official notice for exact wording, dates, and contacts.
