The problem
Undercoating applied to the inside of the cab shell squeezed out during assembly onto the brake pedal plunger.
The risk
Undercoating on the plunger May cause the plunger to stick resulting in increased brake pedal effort and/or slow release of the brakes increasing the potential for a vehicle accident.
The fix
Dealers will clean the undercoating from the brake pedal plunger assembly, lubricate and reinstall the brake pedal plunger assembly.
Recall details
| NHTSA campaign | 95V-218 (95V218000) |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer | Volvo Trucks North America |
| Component | Service brakes, air › Controls, pedals and linkages |
| Report date | November 13, 1995 |
| Owners notified | January 17, 1995 |
| Vehicles affected | 2,456 |
| Initiated by | Manufacturer |
Vehicles covered
Plus 1 other model/year combinations not covered on this site.
Frequently asked questions
Is the recall 95V-218 repair free?
Yes. Volvo dealers will fix the problem at no cost: Dealers will clean the undercoating from the brake pedal plunger assembly, lubricate and reinstall the brake pedal plunger assembly.
How do I know if my car is included?
Not every vehicle of the listed model years is affected — the recall covers 2,456 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.