Volvo · Canada · Mod
Volvo 800 Series: Engine
Affects Volvo 800 Series · 1994 — about 2K vehicles.
The hazard
On certain Volvo 850 turbo, in conditions of below freezing temperatures and high humidity, ice crystals may form at the throttle in the engine intake system. This could prevent the throttle from returning to idle when the accelerator pedal is released. Correction: Throttle body, throttle cable, charge air cooler piping and crankcase ventilation hoses will be replaced on affected vehicles.
What to do
Contact your dealer; the remedy details were not included in the filing.
Critical — crash/injury risk now
High — injury risk; see remedy
Moderate — fix at next service
Low — minor / informational