The 1999 Volvo WG has 3 recalls, the most serious being two steering-related issues where tie rod ball studs can separate from their sockets, causing a complete loss of steering control.
On the brake side, certain vehicles have automatic slack adjusters that were not tightened to the correct torque during assembly. Over time, the adjuster continues to lose its setting, and the affected wheel's brake assembly becomes ineffective, reducing stopping power on that corner of the vehicle.
At a glance
What can fail
The tie rod assembly may wear prematurely, potentially causing the ball stud to separate from the socket, which could result in loss of steering control.
What the fix does
The dealer will replace the tie rod assemblies with new ones.
Summarized — see the official notice for exact wording, dates, and contacts.
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At a glance
What can fail
The ball stud in the steering tie rod assembly may wear prematurely and separate from its socket, causing loss of steering control on the right axle.
What the fix does
Dealers will inspect the tie rod assembly and replace it if needed.
Summarized — see the official notice for exact wording, dates, and contacts.
At a glance
What can fail
A brake component called the slack adjuster pull pawl may not be tightened properly, causing the brake to stop adjusting itself and eventually fail at that wheel.
What the fix does
The slack adjuster pull pawl will be tightened to the correct specification at all wheels.
Summarized — see the official notice for exact wording, dates, and contacts.
