Safety Recall NHTSA · 02V096000 Reported April 7, 2002

Volvo/electric cooling fan

Q: What is recall 02V096000?

NHTSA recall 02V096000 was issued by Volvo Car Usa, Llc on April 7, 2002. It addresses: Volvo/electric cooling fan. The recall affects approximately 25,876 vehicles , with the defect involving the Engine And Engine Cooling component.

Q: Is my vehicle included in this recall?

The only way to confirm is to look up your 17-character VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls . NHTSA's tool will tell you if VIN-by-VIN this exact recall applies.

Q: How long do I have to get a recall repair done?

There is no expiration on most federal safety recalls. Even if your vehicle is years old and you bought it used, the manufacturer is required to perform the repair at no cost.

Volvo Car Usa, Llc · Engine And Engine Cooling · 25,876 vehicles potentially affected

NHTSA ID

02V096000

Manufacturer Campaign

NR (Not Reported)

Manufacturer

Volvo Car Usa, Llc

Component

Engine And Engine Cooling

Vehicles Affected

25,876

Recall Type

Vehicle

Report Received

April 7, 2002

Defect Summary

On some passenger vehicles, certain electric cooling fans could be inadequate in a hot climate. under certain circumstances, excessive heat could be generated.

Safety Consequence

Should this occur, the engine cooling fan components could overheat and cause the melting of electrical connections and adjacent components, increasing the likelihood of a fire.

Corrective Action

Dealers will replace the engine cooling fan. owner notification began april 1, 2002. 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.

What you should do

Look up your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls to confirm this recall applies to your vehicle.
Contact an authorized Volvo Car Usa, Llc dealer and reference recall ID 02V096000 or campaign NR (Not Reported).
Schedule the free repair. By federal law, the manufacturer must remedy the defect at no cost.

View Official NHTSA Notice →

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FAQ: Recall 02V096000

Your rights, the repair process, and what each field on this page means.

What is recall 02V096000?

NHTSA recall 02V096000 was issued by Volvo Car Usa, Llc on April 7, 2002. It addresses: Volvo/electric cooling fan. The recall affects approximately 25,876 vehicles, with the defect involving the Engine And Engine Cooling component.

How do I get this recall repaired?

Contact any authorized Volvo Car Usa, Llc dealer and reference NHTSA recall ID 02V096000 or the manufacturer campaign number NR (Not Reported). Under federal law, the repair is completely free regardless of vehicle age or owner history.

Is my vehicle included in this recall?

The only way to confirm is to look up your 17-character VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls. NHTSA's tool will tell you if VIN-by-VIN this exact recall applies.

How long do I have to get a recall repair done?

There is no expiration on most federal safety recalls. Even if your vehicle is years old and you bought it used, the manufacturer is required to perform the repair at no cost.

Where does the data on this page come from?

All information on this page is sourced directly from the U.S. Department of Transportation public dataset for NHTSA recalls. Last refreshed: 2026-05-22. For the most current official notice, visit nhtsa.gov/recalls.