NHTSA Recall 00V238000: Suspension: upper ball joint
VOLVO CARS OF NA, INC. reported this safety recall to NHTSA on , covering an estimated 49,488 vehicles. It affects 1999–2000 Volvo S80.
| NHTSA campaign | 00V238000 |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer campaign | 99 |
| Component | SUSPENSION › FRONT › CONTROL ARM › UPPER BALL JOINT |
| Report received | August 24, 2000 |
| Owner notification | September 18, 2000 |
| Initiated by | Manufacturer |
Defect
Vehicle description: passenger vehicles. Over time, the ball joint between the front wheel king pin and the suspension link arm, can experience increased looseness.
Safety risk
This condition could affect the ball joint's durability and performance.
Remedy
Dealers will replace both front ball joints.
Notes
Volvo recall no. 99.owner notification began september 18, 2000. Owners who take their vehicles to an authorized dealer on an agreed upon service date and do not receive the free remedy within a reasonable time should contact volvo at 1-800-458-1552.also contact the national highway traffic safety administration's auto safety hotline at 1-888-dash-2-DOT (1-888-327-4236).
Vehicles covered by recall 00V238000
Being listed here means the campaign covers the model year, not that every car was built with the defect or is still unrepaired. Enter your VIN above to check your specific vehicle. Recall repairs are free at authorised dealers. Source: NHTSA, October 2026.