Fire Threat Forces Recall of Volvo Cars
From Times Wire Reports
Volvo Cars of North America is recalling 65,000 vehicles because the seat heaters could short circuit and catch fire.
The recall involves 1996 models of the Volvo 854 and 855 equipped with seat heaters.
Excessive compression of the seat cushion by heavy people could damage the electrical wiring of the heater and cause a short, according to a report posted on the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Web site.
