Large Recall NHTSA · 99V235000 Reported August 30, 1999

Volvo/headlight switch

Q: What is recall 99V235000?

NHTSA recall 99V235000 was issued by Volvo Car Usa, Llc on August 30, 1999. It addresses: Volvo/headlight switch. The recall affects approximately 139,588 vehicles , with the defect involving the Exterior Lighting 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 · Exterior Lighting · 139,588 vehicles potentially affected

NHTSA ID

99V235000

Manufacturer Campaign

Manufacturer

Volvo Car Usa, Llc

Component

Exterior Lighting

Vehicles Affected

139,588

Recall Type

Vehicle

Report Received

August 30, 1999

Defect Summary

Vehicle description: passenger vehicles. operation of the headlight switch, over an extended period of time, can result in inconsistent operation of the switch.

Safety Consequence

Driver's could experience a loss of visibility, increasing the risk of a crash.

Corrective Action

Dealers will replace the headlight switch.

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 99V235000 or campaign 94.
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 99V235000

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

What is recall 99V235000?

NHTSA recall 99V235000 was issued by Volvo Car Usa, Llc on August 30, 1999. It addresses: Volvo/headlight switch. The recall affects approximately 139,588 vehicles, with the defect involving the Exterior Lighting component.

How do I get this recall repaired?

Contact any authorized Volvo Car Usa, Llc dealer and reference NHTSA recall ID 99V235000 or the manufacturer campaign number 94. 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.