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Recall 00V238000: Ball Joint Durability and Performance

Over time, the ball joint between the front wheel king pin and the suspension link arm, can experience increased looseness.

This condition could affect the ball joint's durability and performance.

Dealers will replace both front ball joints.

Owner notification began September 18, 2000. 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. Also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration's Auto Safety Hotline at 1-888-DASH-2-DOT (1-888-327-4236).