NHTSA Recall 99V235000: Switch (exterior lighting)
VOLVO CARS OF NA, INC. reported this safety recall to NHTSA on , covering an estimated 139,588 vehicles. It affects 4 models including the Volvo 850.
| NHTSA campaign | 99V235000 |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer campaign | 94 |
| Component | EXTERIOR LIGHTING › HEADLIGHTS › SWITCH |
| Report received | August 30, 1999 |
| Owner notification | September 15, 1999 |
| Initiated by | Manufacturer |
Defect
Vehicle description: passenger vehicles. Operation of the headlight switch, over an extended period of time, can result in inconsistent operation of the switch.
Safety risk
Driver's could experience a loss of visibility, increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy
Dealers will replace the headlight switch.
Notes
Owner notification began september 15, 1999. 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 99V235000
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.