Volvo · Canada · Crit
Volvo 800 Series: Engine
Affects Volvo 800 Series · 1993 — about 4K vehicles.
The hazard
On certrain Volvo 850, the block heater contact surface may not match correctly with the engine block as intended. In extreme circumstances the block heater may come loose from the engine block, and if being used, could possibly overheat, which may cause damage or fire if it comes in contact with other engine compartment components. Correction: Bolts used to install the heater will be secured. Where surface tolerances are inappropriate, block heater will be replaced with a heater of modified design.
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