VOLVO CAR ( 01/01/1995 – 31/12/1997) DEFECT: Heat transmitted from the turbocharger may adversely affect the rubber membrane in the brake servo unit. This could result in loss of brake vacuum assistance and increase the pedal effort and stopping distance when the brakes are applied.
Remedy
The affected vehicles are being recalled for replacement of the brake servo unit and the installation of a heat shield between the servo unit and the turbocharger.
| Recall Launch Date | 15/04/98 |
| Recall No. | R/1998/023 |
| Models Affected | 944 and 945 |
| Manufacturer Ref | |
| VIN Start | 145132 to 213573 |
| VIN end | |
| Build Start | 01/01/1995 |
| Build end | 31/12/1997 |
| Vehicle numbers (UK) | 8502 |
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