Volvo 800 Series Recall R/1994/062: Throttle Mechanism May Not Return To Idle Position, Who Is Affected And What To Do
- Low
- How serious
- 1 Dec 1994
- Launched
- 961
- vehicles in the UK
- R/1994/062
- DVSA reference
Volvo recalled 800 Series vehicles built between 1 January 1994 and 31 December 1994. Under extreme climatic conditions eg low ambient temperature combined with high air humidity ice crystals may form in the crankcase ventilation system which includes the throttle housing. The recall notice describes the fix as: the fitment of a modified throttle housing and a new vent hose. You won't usually pay for it.1
What’s Wrong
Under extreme climatic conditions eg low ambient temperature combined with high air humidity ice crystals may form in the crankcase ventilation system which includes the throttle housing. Should this condition occur ice build up may prevent the throttle from fully closing.
DVSA's Original Wording
Concern: THROTTLE MECHANISM MAY NOT RETURN TO IDLE POSITION. Defect: Under extreme climatic conditions eg low ambient temperature combined with high air humidity ice crystals may form in the crankcase ventilation system which includes the throttle housing. Should this condition occur ice build up may prevent the throttle from fully closing. Remedy: Recall the affected vehicles for the fitment of a modified throttle housing and a new vent hose.
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The Risk
The recall notice describes the concern as: throttle mechanism may not return to idle position.
The Fix
The recall notice describes the fix as: the fitment of a modified throttle housing and a new vent hose.
Are You Affected?
800 Series built between 1 January 1994 and 31 December 1994 may be included. Volvo estimates 961 vehicles in the UK. Enter your registration to check, then confirm by VIN with Volvo, because not every car in the date range may be included.
Which Car Is It?
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What To Do Now
- Check your car by registration above, then by VIN with Volvo.
- Book with any franchised Volvo dealer, quoting the DVSA reference R/1994/062. See how to get a Volvo recall fixed.
- Follow the letter's instructions until the repair is done. See can you drive a car with a recall?.
Related Recalls
| Launched | Vehicle and fault | Severity | Reference |
|---|---|---|---|
| 700 Series, 800 Series, 900 Series, S40 and 6 moreDetachable tow bar may work loose | Low | R/2003/008 | |
| 700 Series, 800 Series, 900 Series, S40 and 6 moreDetachable tow bar may work loose | Low | R/2002/097 | |
| 800 SeriesPossibility of throttle sticking | Low | R/1996/099 | |
| 800 SeriesThe seat belt catch could become detached in a collision situation | Urgent | R/1995/053 | |
| 800 SeriesVehicle jack is faulty | Book soon | R/1995/039 |
This is one of 175 Volvo recalls in DVSA’s data. The Volvo recall launched before it was R/1993/033 on 4 Jun 1993, for possible jamming of throttle. The one launched after it was R/1995/039 on 27 Apr 1995, for vehicle jack is faulty. You can also see every Volvo recall and all recalls launched in 1994.
Source: DVSA recall R/1994/062, launched 1 December 1994. Data updated 15 October 2026. How we grade urgency.
Sources
- The Code does not itself say repairs are free. GOV.UK guidance says "You will not usually have to pay for any repairs or parts under a safety recall." gov.uk Checked 15 Oct 2026.