Safety Recall NHTSA · 77V219000 Reported December 14, 1977

Fuel:throttle linkages:accelerator:flexible

Volvo Car Usa, Llc · Vehicle Speed Control · 40,000 vehicles potentially affected

NHTSA ID
77V219000
Manufacturer Campaign
NR (Not Reported)
Manufacturer
Component
Vehicle Speed Control
Vehicles Affected
40,000
Recall Type
Vehicle
Report Received
December 14, 1977

Defect Summary

The involved vehicles are in non-compliance with federal motor vehicle safety standard no. 124, "accelerator control systems". The throttle cable plastic sleeve on these vehicles, which is attached to the firewall, could break at the groove for the retaining circlip allowing the buffer spring there to expand and cause an increase in engine speed. Also, the throttle cable could become frayed by chafing against incorrectly exposed reinforcing material from the cable sheath, at the engine end of the cable. The cable could then become stuck at any engine speed.

Corrective Action

Dealer will replace the accelerator cable and retaining bracket and install new return springs, if necessary, at no cost to owner.

What you should do

  1. Look up your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls to confirm this recall applies to your vehicle.
  2. Contact an authorized Volvo Car Usa, Llc dealer and reference recall ID 77V219000 or campaign NR (Not Reported).
  3. Schedule the free repair. By federal law, the manufacturer must remedy the defect at no cost.
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FAQ: Recall 77V219000

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

What is recall 77V219000?

NHTSA recall 77V219000 was issued by Volvo Car Usa, Llc on December 14, 1977. It addresses: Fuel:throttle linkages:accelerator:flexible. The recall affects approximately 40,000 vehicles, with the defect involving the Vehicle Speed Control component.

How do I get this recall repaired?

Contact any authorized Volvo Car Usa, Llc dealer and reference NHTSA recall ID 77V219000 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.