Component
WHEELS
Manufacturer
VOLVO CARS OF N.A. LLC.
What Happened
The front wheel speed sensors in your vehicle are like tiny speedometers that tell your car how fast each wheel is turning. In some cases, these sensors might not be working properly.
Risk if Unfixed
If the sensors fail, it could cause your vehicle's brakes, engine, transmission, and stability systems to malfunction. This could make it harder to control your vehicle, especially when braking or driving on slippery roads.
Free Fix
Your Volvo dealer will replace the faulty sensors with new ones, free of charge. You'll receive a notification on December 8, 2003, but you can also call Volvo Cars at 1-800-458-1552 to schedule the repair.
Show original NHTSA language
Original — What Happened
ON CERTAIN SPORT UTILITY VEHICLES, THE FRONT WHEEL SPEED SENSORS MAY BE DEFECTIVE, CAUSING AN ERRONEOUS WHEEL SPEED SIGNAL.
Original — Risk if Unfixed
THIS CAN ADVERSELY AFFECT A NUMBER OF VEHICLE FUNCTIONS, INCLUDING BRAKE, ENGINE, TRANSMISSION, AND TORQUE DISTRIBUTION CONTROL WHICH RELY ON THIS SIGNAL FOR PROPER OPERATION.
Original — Remedy
DEALERS WILL REPLACE THE FRONT WHEEL SENSORS. OWNER NOTIFICATION BEGAN ON DECEMBER 8, 2003. OWNERS SHOULD CONTACT VOLVO CARS AT 1-800-458-1552.
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