The problem
Some of the jacks supplied with the vehicles do not have the necessary load capacity.
The risk
A raised vehicle can fall off the jack increasing the likelihood for personal injury or property damage.
The fix
Dealers will inspect and replace suspect jacks with a jack meeting the load requirements for these cars.
Recall details
| NHTSA campaign | 95V-050 (95V050000) |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer | Volvo Car USA, LLC |
| Component | Equipment › Mechanical › Accessory scissor/screw/bottle jack/lift |
| Report date | March 10, 1995 |
| Owners notified | May 12, 1995 |
| Vehicles affected | 31,315 |
| Initiated by | Manufacturer |
Vehicles covered
Owner complaints about the equipment & accessories
Frequently asked questions
Is the recall 95V-050 repair free?
Yes. Volvo dealers will fix the problem at no cost: Dealers will inspect and replace suspect jacks with a jack meeting the load requirements for these cars.
How do I know if my car is included?
Not every vehicle of the listed model years is affected — the recall covers 31,315 vehicles built in a certain window. Check your 17-character VIN with our VIN recall check or at nhtsa.gov/recalls.
Source: U.S. National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) — owner complaints through October 20, 2026, recalls and defect investigations; fuel economy from the EPA. Complaints are unverified reports and are not proof of a defect. How we rate model years.