Volvo Stabilizer Bar - Genuine Volvo 9173982

Product Information

A sway bar—also called an anti-roll bar or stabilizer bar—is a suspension component designed to reduce body roll during cornering. It essentially a metal rod that connects the left and right wheels (usually via short sway bar links) and twists slightly when the vehicle leans. This twisting action helps keep the car flatter in turns, improving stability and handling.

• Excessive Body Roll in Turns: The car leans more than usual when cornering, making it feel less stable.
• Clunking, Knocking, or Rattling Noises: Often heard when driving over bumps or during turns—usually from worn or broken sway bar links/bushings.
• Loose or Wandering Steering Feel: The steering may feel less precise or the car may “float” more, especially on curves.
• Uneven or Premature Tire Wear: Poor handling can lead to increased stress on certain tires.
• Reduced Cornering Grip: The car might feel like it’s losing traction sooner when turning.

Additional Information

Product Plate Marking Identification:

• 12 - Market Code
• 13 - Interior Color
• 14 - Exterior Paint
• 15 - Special Vehicle Number
• 16 - Front Suspension Spring & Strut Code
• 17 - Front Sway Bar
• 18 - Rear Suspension Shock
• 19 - Rear Suspension Spring
• 20 - Rear Sway Bar
• 21 - Steering Rack

About Genuine Volvo

The original parts used by Volvo to build your car are available as replacement parts under the “Genuine Volvo” brand. Manufactured under the direction of Volvo, expect excellent quality and a premium price since these parts are exclusively available through the Volvo Dealership network.

You may not realize this, but the parts that make up your Volvo are not necessarily manufactured by Volvo. No cause for concern, as Volvo designs the part, hires a manufacturer, and ensures its quality to you. In fact, many of these manufacturers have been making parts for Volvo for decades. In our industry these manufacturers are called OEM (Original Equipment Manufacturers), and these are often brands you recognize, including Lemforder, ZF, Sachs, Bosch, Valeo, Zimmermann, Siemens VDO, Corteco, and more. Don’t be surprised to open that Genuine Volvo parts box and find an OEM branded part inside, simply with the addition of a Volvo logo.

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