Volvo V60 recalls
57 official safety recalls for the Volvo V60 from NHTSA (United States), DVSA (United Kingdom) and the EU Safety Gate, newest first. Recall repairs are normally free at the maker’s dealers.
Whether your car is affected and still needs the repair depends on its VIN or registration. Check it on the official site for your country:
- United States: nhtsa.gov/recalls
- United Kingdom: check-vehicle-recalls.service.gov.uk
Rearview camera image may not display in reverse
The rearview camera image may not appear when reverse is selected, reducing the driver's view behind the vehicle and increasing crash risk. A dealer or over-the-air update will update the software free of charge.
Official NHTSA recall text
- Component
- BACK OVER PREVENTION:SOFTWARE
- Defect
- Volvo Car USA, LLC (Volvo Car) is recalling certain 2021-2025 XC40, 2022 V90, 2022-2024 C40BEV, 2022-2025 S90, V90CC, XC60, 2023-2025 S60, V60, V60CC, XC90, and 2025 EC40, and EX40 vehicles. The rearview camera image may not display when the vehicle is placed in reverse. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 111, "Rear Visibility."
- Consequence
- A rearview camera image that does not display reduces the driver's view behind the vehicle, increasing the risk of a crash.
- Remedy
- The software will be updated by a dealer or through an over-the-air (OTA) update, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed February 24, 2026. Owners may contact Volvo Carâs customer service at 1-800-458-1552. Volvo Car's number for this recall is R10333. Vehicle Identification Numbers (VINs) involved in this recall will be searchable on NHTSA.gov beginning February 16, 2026. This recall replaces previous NHTSA recall number 25V282. Vehicles previously repaired under recall 25V282 will need to have the new remedy performed.
Front seatbelt torsion bar may be defective
A torsion bar in the front seatbelt system may be defective. The affected seatbelts will be replaced.
Official DVSA recall text
- Component
- Seatbelt Torsion Bar
- Defect
- For affected vehicles there is a potential defect in the torsion bar within the front seatbelt system.
- Remedy
- Replacement of the affected seat belts.
Braking may temporarily be lost after coasting
Braking may be temporarily lost after coasting downhill in B mode or using one-pedal drive, which could lead to a collision. Modified software will be installed through an over-the-air update.
Official DVSA recall text
- Component
- BCM2 SW â Safety Notice
- Defect
- Affected vehicles may experience a temporary loss of braking functionality after coasting downhill with âBâ mode selected or when using One Pedal Drive. This could potentially lead to a collision.
- Remedy
- Install modified software via an Over the Air (OTA) update.
Brake function may be lost while coasting downhill
In certain situations while coasting downhill in “B” mode or using “One Pedal Drive,” the vehicle may lose brake function, increasing crash risk. Avoid those modes until repaired. The brake module software will be updated over the air or by a dealer, free of charge.
Official NHTSA recall text
- Component
- SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC:POWER ASSIST:ELECTRIC:CONTROL MODULE:SOFTWARE
- Defect
- Volvo Car USA, LLC (Volvo Car) is recalling certain 2023 Volvo C40 BEV, 2025 EC40, 2023-2024 XC40 BEV, 2020-2026 XC90 PHEV, 2022-2026 XC60 PHEV, 2023-2025 S60 PHEV, 2024-2025 V60 PHEV, and 2025-2026 EX40 and 2025 S90 PHEV vehicles. In certain driving scenarios while coasting down a hill and using "B" mode or "One Pedal Drive," the vehicle may lose brake function.
- Consequence
- A loss of brake function increases the risk of a crash.
- Remedy
- Owners are advised not to use "B" Mode (for plug-in hybrid vehicles) or "One Pedal Drive" (for pure electric vehicles) until the repair has been completed. The brake module software will be updated over-the-air (OTA) or by a dealer, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed July 15, 2025. Owners may contact Volvo Car's customer service at 1-800-458-1552. Volvo Car's number for this recall is R10329.
Rearview camera image may not display in reverse
The rearview camera image may not display in reverse, reducing the driver's view behind the vehicle and increasing crash risk. A dealer or over-the-air update will update the software, free of charge.
Official NHTSA recall text
- Component
- BACK OVER PREVENTION:SOFTWARE
- Defect
- Volvo Car USA, LLC (Volvo Car) is recalling certain 2021-2025 XC40, 2022 V90, 2022-2025 S90, V90CC, C40, XC60, 2023-2025 S60, V60, V60CC, XC90, and 2025 EC40 and EX40 vehicles. The rearview camera image may not display when the vehicle is placed in reverse. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 111, "Rear Visibility."
- Consequence
- A rearview camera image that does not display reduces the driver's view of what is behind the vehicle, increasing the risk of a crash.
- Remedy
- The software will be updated by a dealer or through an over-the-air (OTA) update, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed June 27, 2025. Owners may contact Volvo Car customer service at 1-800-458-1552. Volvo Car's number for this recall is R10320.
- Notes
- Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.nhtsa.gov.
High-voltage battery cells may overheat
A manufacturing defect may cause battery cells to overheat when the high-voltage battery is fully charged, creating a fire risk while parked. The battery will be checked and replaced if necessary, and modified software installed.
Official DVSA recall text
- Component
- SPA1 Cell Modules
- Defect
- On affected vehicles the High Voltage (HV) Battery may have a manufacturing defect which could cause the battery cells to overheat when the HV Battery is fully charged. In a worst-case scenario there is a risk of fire when the vehicle is parked up with a fully charged HV Battery.
- Remedy
- Check and replace the HV Battery if necessary and install modified software.
High-voltage battery may short circuit
The high-voltage battery may short circuit when fully charged and parked, increasing fire risk. Do not charge the vehicle until repaired. Dealers will inspect and replace the battery module as necessary and update monitoring software, free of charge.
Official NHTSA recall text
- Component
- ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:PROPULSION SYSTEM:TRACTION BATTERY
- Defect
- Volvo Car USA, LLC (Volvo Car) is recalling certain 2020-2021 S90, 2020-2022 S60, V60, XC60, XC90, and 2022 V90 plug-in hybrid vehicles. The high-voltage battery may experience a short circuit within the battery module when the battery is fully charged and the vehicle is parked.
- Consequence
- A short circuit in a high-voltage battery increases the risk of a fire.
- Remedy
- Owners are advised not to charge their vehicles until the remedy has been completed. Dealers will inspect and replace the high-voltage battery module as necessary. In addition, dealers will update the software to monitor the battery. All repairs will be performed free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed May 28, 2025. Owners may contact Volvo Car's customer service at 1-800-458-1552. Volvo Car's number for this recall is R10312.
- Notes
- Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 888-327-4236 (TTY 888-275-9171) or go to nhtsa.gov.
Brake pedal connecting rod may disconnect
The rod linking the brake pedal to the brake booster may be assembled incorrectly and could disconnect, leaving the pedal without its mechanical connection to the booster. A retailer will check and tighten the rod to the correct specification if needed.
Official DVSA recall text
- Component
- BCM2 â Push Road
- Defect
- The rod connecting the brake pedal to the brake booster may not have been assembled correctly. The final torque might not be according to manufacturing specification due to deviations in the equipment. If the rod does disconnect the mechanical connection between brake pedal and brake booster cannot be guaranteed. In the worst-case scenario if the rod disconnects the brake pedal function cannot be guaranteed
- Remedy
- A Volvo retailer will check and if necessary tighten the rod to correct specification.
Brake pedal pushrod joint may loosen
The screw joint connecting the brake pedal pushrod to the hydraulic brake unit may be loose, which can cause loss of braking and increase crash risk. Dealers will tighten the joint free of charge.
Official NHTSA recall text
- Component
- SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC:PEDALS AND LINKAGES
- Defect
- Volvo Car USA, LLC (Volvo Car) is recalling certain 2020 S60, V60, S90I, XC60 and XC90 hybrid vehicles. The pushrod screw joint, connecting to the brake pedal to the hydraulic brake unit, may be loose.
- Consequence
- A loose brake pedal can result in a loss of braking function, increasing the risk of a crash.
- Remedy
- Dealers will tighten the brake pedal pushrod screw joint, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed December 17, 2024. Owners may contact Volvo Car customer service at 1-800-458-1552. Volvo's number for this recall is R10289.
- Notes
- Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153) or go to nhtsa.gov.
O-ring may break and cause an oil leak
The O-ring may twist or break, causing an oil leak, a low engine oil message or an unusual cabin smell; in the worst case, a thermal event may occur. The O-ring will be replaced.
Official DVSA recall text
- Component
- During driving or idle the O-Ring may become twisted or break. Should this occur there could be an oil leak a message for low engine oil level displayed in the vehicle or an unusual smell in the cabin. In a worst case scenario this could cause a thermal event.
- Defect
- During driving or idle the O-Ring may become twisted or break. Should this occur there could be an oil leak a message for low engine oil level displayed in the vehicle or an unusual smell in the cabin. In a worst case scenario this could cause a thermal event.
- Remedy
- Replace O-Ring
Brake control module software may contain an error
A software error in the brake control module may affect its operation. The module software will be updated.
Official DVSA recall text
- Component
- There may be a potential software error in the brake control module.
- Defect
- There may be a potential software error in the brake control module.
- Remedy
- Update the brake control module software.
Brake control fault may disable safety systems
A diagnostic error in the brake control module may cause loss of the Antilock Brake System, Electronic Stability Control, and traction control. Reduced brake support can increase crash risk. An over-the-air brake control module software update will be provided free of charge.
Official NHTSA recall text
- Component
- SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC
- Defect
- Volvo Car USA, LLC (Volvo Car) is recalling certain 2023 S60, V60, V60CC, V90CC, XC60, XC90, XC40, and C40 vehicles. A diagnostic error in the Brake Control Module 2 (BCM2) may cause a loss of Antilock Brake System (ABS), Electronic Stability Control (ESC), and traction control.
- Consequence
- A reduction in brake support functions can increase the risk of a crash.
- Remedy
- Volvo will release an over-the-air (OTA) BCM2 software update, free of charge. Owner notification letters are expected to be mailed March 15, 2023. Owners may contact Volvo Car customer service at 1-800-458-1552. Volvo Car's number for this recall is R10217.
- Notes
- Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.nhtsa.gov.
Software error may prevent engine from starting
An engine control module software error may prevent the combustion engine from starting. Download updated software.
Official DVSA recall text
- Component
- A SOFTWARE ERROR MAY PREVENT THE ENGINE CONTROL MODULE FROM STARTING THE ENGINE
- Defect
- The Engine Control Module (ECM) may prevent the combustion engine from starting.�
- Remedy
- Download updated software.
Engine may fail to start
An electronic control module software error may prevent the combustion engine from starting, causing loss of drive power as the high-voltage battery is depleted. Dealers will update the software free of charge.
Official NHTSA recall text
- Component
- ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE:ENGINE CONTROL MODULE (ECU/ECM)
- Defect
- Volvo Car USA, LLC (Volvo Car) is recalling certain 2022-2023 S60, V60, S90L, XC60, and XC90 vehicles. An electronic control module (ECM) software error may prevent the combustion engine from starting, causing a loss of drive power.
- Consequence
- The vehicle may lose drive power as the high voltage battery is depleted, increasing the risk of a crash.
- Remedy
- Dealers will update the ECM software, free of charge. Owner notification letters are expected to be mailed December 8, 2022. Owners may contact Volvo Car's customer service at 1-800-458-1552. Volvo Car's number for this recall is R10198.
- Notes
- Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.nhtsa.gov.
Brake system hydraulic unit weld may be missing or weak
A weld in the brake system hydraulic unit may be insufficient or missing. Dealers will replace the hydraulic unit.
Official DVSA recall text
- Component
- POTENTIALLY INSUFFICIENT OR MISSING WELDING CONNECTION IN THE HYDRAULIC UNIT OF THE BRAKE SYSTEM
- Defect
- There may be an insufficient or missing welding connection in the Hydraulic Unit of the Brake System.
- Remedy
- Replace the Hydraulic Unit.
Seat belt retractors may deactivate early
The seat belt retractors may deactivate early, preventing a child restraint from securing properly and increasing the risk of injury in a crash. Dealers will inspect and replace the seat belt assemblies as necessary, free of charge.
Official NHTSA recall text
- Component
- SEAT BELTS:REAR/OTHER:RETRACTOR
- Defect
- Volvo Car USA, LLC (Volvo Car) is recalling certain 2021 XC40, XC 40 Recharge, V60CC, V90, V90CC, XC90, and 2021-2022 V60, XC60, S60 vehicles. The seat belt automatic locking retractors may deactivate early, which can prevent the child restraint system from securing properly. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 208, "Occupant Crash Protection."
- Consequence
- An unsecured child restraint system can increase the risk of injury during a crash.
- Remedy
- Dealers will inspect and replace the seat belt assemblies, as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed October 13, 2021. Owners may contact Volvo Car customer service at 1-888-458-1552. Volvo Car's number for this recall is R10111.
- Notes
- Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.nhtsa.gov.
Fuel gauge may show fuel when the tank is empty
Pressure in the fuel tank could make the sender show fuel when the tank may be empty. The software will be updated so the electronic tank ventilation valve can release pressure when needed.
Official DVSA recall text
- Component
- PRESSURE IN THE FUEL TANK COULD CAUSE THE FUEL LEVEL SENDER TO INDICATE FUEL IN THE TANK WHEN IT COULD BE EMPTY
- Defect
- Pressure in the fuel tank could cause the fuel level sender to indicate fuel in the tank when it could be empty.
- Remedy
- Update software which will allow the electronic fuel tank ventilation valve to release pressure when required.
Fuel pump fuse may blow
The 15amp fuse may blow and stop the low-pressure fuel pump from operating. It will be replaced with a 20A fuse.
Official DVSA recall text
- Component
- THERE IS A RISK THAT THE 15AMP FUSE COULD BLOW WHICH WILL PREVENT THE LOW PRESSURE FUEL PUMP FROM OPERATING
- Defect
- There is a risk that the 15amp fuse could blow which will prevent the low pressure fuel pump operating.
- Remedy
- Replace the 15A fuse with a 20A fuse which can withstand this peak.
Fuel pump fuse may blow and cause a stall
The low-pressure fuel pump can blow a fuse and fail, causing the vehicle to stall and increasing the risk of a crash. Dealers will replace the fuse free of charge.
Official NHTSA recall text
- Component
- ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:WIRING:FUSES AND CIRCUIT BREAKERS
- Defect
- Volvo Car USA, LLC (Volvo Car) is recalling certain 2019-2020 V90, XC60, S60, V60, V60CC, S90, V90CC, S90L, and XC90 vehicles. The low-pressure fuel pump can blow a fuse and fail.
- Consequence
- Failure of the low-pressure fuel pump can cause a stall, increasing the risk of a crash.
- Remedy
- Dealers will replace the fuse, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed July 2, 2021. Owners may contact Volvo Car customer service at 1-888-458-1552. Volvo Car's number for this recall is R10100.
- Notes
- Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.nhtsa.gov.
SRS control unit may not be tightened correctly
The supplementary restraint system control unit may not be securely tightened to the car body. It will be inspected and tightened.
Official DVSA recall text
- Component
- VEHICLES MAY HAVE THE SUPPLEMENTARY RESTRAINT SYSTEM CONTROL UNIT INCORRECTLY TIGHTENED TO THE CAR BODY
- Defect
- Vehicles may have the Supplementary Restraint System (SRS) control unit incorrectly tightened to the car body.
- Remedy
- Inspect and tighten the SRS control unit.
Restraint control unit may detach in a crash
The restraint control unit may detach in a crash, reducing the performance of the airbags, seat belts and high-voltage battery disconnect. Dealers will inspect and, if needed, tighten its mounting screws free of charge.
Official NHTSA recall text
- Component
- AIR BAGS: AIR BAG/RESTRAINT CONTROL MODULE
- Defect
- Volvo Cars USA, LLC (Volvo Car) is recalling certain 2021 Volvo V60, V60 Cross Country, V90, V90 Cross Country, XC60, and XC90 vehicles. The Supplementary Restraint System (SRS) control unit may not have been properly attached to the car body and may detach during a crash.
- Consequence
- A detached SRS control unit can decrease the performance of occupant protection systems such as air bags, seat belts, and high voltage battery disconnect, increasing the risk of injury during a crash.
- Remedy
- Volvo Car will notify owners, and dealers will inspect and, as necessary, tighten the SRS control unit mounting screws, free of charge. The recall began February 12, 2021. Owners may contact Volvo Car customer service at 1-888-458-1552. Volvo Car's number for this recall is R10068.
- Notes
- Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.safercar.gov.
Trapped air may cause insufficient engine cooling
Air trapped in the cooling system may cause engine components to receive insufficient cooling. An extra bleed hose will be added between the radiator and expansion tank to release the air.
Official DVSA recall text
- Component
- THERE IS A RISK FOR TRAPPED AIR TO BE IN THE COOLING SYSTEM WHICH MAY RESULT IN INSUFFICIENT COOLING OF ENGINE COMPONENTS
- Defect
- There is a risk for trapped air to be in the cooling system which may result in insufficient cooling of engine components.
- Remedy
- Add an extra degassing line (Bleeder Hose) between the cooling system radiator and the cooling system expansion tank which will evacuate the trapped air
Trapped air may reduce engine cooling
Air trapped in the cooling system may lead to insufficient cooling of engine components. An extra bleed hose will be added between the radiator and expansion tank to remove trapped air.
Official DVSA recall text
- Component
- THERE IS A RISK FOR TRAPPED AIR TO BE IN THE COOLING SYSTEM
- Defect
- There is a risk for trapped air to be in the cooling system which may result in insufficient cooling of engine components.
- Remedy
- Add an extra degassing line (Bleeder Hose) between the cooling system radiator and the cooling system expansion tank which will evacuate the trapped air.
Front seatbelt anchor support cable may break
The flexible steel cable supporting the front seatbelt anchor point may break or fatigue. The seatbelt fastener will be replaced with a redesigned one.
Official DVSA recall text
- Component
- POTENTIAL BREAKAGE/FATIGUE OF A FLEXIBLE STEEL CABLE SUPPORTING THE FRONT SEATBELT ANCHOR POINT
- Defect
- Potential breakage/fatigue of a flexible steel cable supporting the front seatbelt anchor point.
- Remedy
- Replace the seat belt fastener with a new designed seat belt fastening.
Front seat belt anchor cable may fatigue
The flexible steel cable connecting the front seat belts may fatigue over time, leaving an occupant unsecured in a crash and increasing injury risk. Dealers will replace the anchor cable for both front seats.
Official NHTSA recall text
- Component
- SEAT BELTS:FRONT
- Defect
- Volvo Cars of N.A., LLC (Volvo) is recalling certain 2008-2016 V70 and XC70, 2007-2016 S80, 2011-2018 S60 and V60, 2016-2018 S60 Cross Country, 2014-2020 S60L, 2009-2015 S80L, 2009-2016 XC60 and 2015-2018 V60 Cross Country vehicles. The flexible steel cable that connects the seat belt to the front outboard seating positions may fatigue over time, causing the seat belt to not secure the occupant in the event of a crash.
- Consequence
- An unsecured occupant has an increased risk of injury in the event of a crash.
- Remedy
- Volvo will notify owners, and dealers will replace the seat belt anchor cable for both front seats. The recall began December 10, 2020. Owners may contact Volvo customer service at 1-800-458-1552. Volvo's number for this recall is R10029.
- Notes
- Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.safercar.gov.
Automatic emergency braking may not engage
A software issue may prevent the automatic emergency brake system from engaging, increasing collision risk. New software will be downloaded.
Official DVSA recall text
- Component
- SOFTWARE ISSUE MEANS THAT AUTOMATIC EMERGENCY BRAKE SYSTEM MAY NOT ENGAGE
- Defect
- The Automatic Emergency Brake System a function of the IntelliSafe system may not always engage increasing the risk of a collision
- Remedy
- Affected vehicles must have new software downloaded
Automatic emergency braking may not detect obstacles
A software and hardware incompatibility may prevent automatic emergency braking from detecting obstacles and engaging as intended, increasing crash risk. Dealers will update the active safety software free of charge.
Official NHTSA recall text
- Component
- FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE: AUTOMATIC EMERGENCY BRAKING
- Defect
- Volvo Cars USA LLC (Volvo Cars) is recalling certain 2019-2020 S60, V60, V60 Cross Country, S90L, V90, V90 Cross Country, XC40, XC60, and XC90 vehicles. Due to a software/hardware incompatibility, the Automatic Emergency Brake (AEB) system may not detect obstacles and engage as intended.
- Consequence
- If the automatic emergency braking system does not engage as intended, it can increase the risk of a crash.
- Remedy
- Volvo will notify owners, and dealers will update the Active Safety Domain Master (ASDM) software, free of charge. The recall began April 9, 2020. Owners may contact Volvo customer service at 1-800-458-1552. Volvo's number for this recall is R29998.
- Notes
- Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.safercar.gov.
Door latch component may break
A component in the door latch may break, making the door difficult to latch or seem secure when it is not. An unlatched door could open while driving and injure an occupant. Dealers will replace all four door latches free of charge.
Official NHTSA recall text
- Component
- LATCHES/LOCKS/LINKAGES:DOORS:LATCH
- Defect
- Volvo Car of USA LLC (Volvo) is recalling certain 2011-2017 S60, S60I, V60, S60CC and V60CC vehicles. A component within the door latches may break, making the doors difficult to latch and/or leading the driver or a passenger to believe a door is securely closed when, in fact, it is not.
- Consequence
- A door that is not securely latched could open while the vehicle is in motion, increasing the risk of injury to a vehicle occupant.
- Remedy
- Volvo will notify owners, and dealers will replace all four door latches, free of charge. The recall began April 9, 2020. Owners may contact Volvo customer service at 1-800-458-1552. Volvo's number for this recall is R89978.
- Notes
- Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.safercar.gov.
Plastic inlet manifold may melt and deform
The engine’s plastic inlet manifold may melt and deform. Software will be updated to reduce soot, the TMAP and EMAP will be cleaned, and additional hoses will be fitted where necessary.
Official DVSA recall text
- Component
- THE ENGINE'S PLASTIC INLET MANIFOLD MAY MELT AND DEFORM
- Defect
- The engines plastic inlet manifold may melt and deform
- Remedy
- Update vehicles with improved soot reducing software cleaning of TMAP and EMAP. Fit additional hoses where necessary.
Incorrect upper control arm fitted on left side
The incorrect upper control arm was fitted on the left side. The correct arm will be installed.
Official DVSA recall text
- Component
- THE INCORRECT UPPER CONTROL ARM HAS BEEN ASSEMBLED ON THE LEFT SIDE
- Defect
- The incorrect upper control arm has been assembled on the left side.
- Remedy
- The correct upper control arm is to be installed
Rear suspension link nut and screw may be misassembled
A rear suspension link nut and screw may not be assembled correctly. They will be checked and replaced where required.
Official DVSA recall text
- Component
- A REAR SUSPENSION LINK NUT AND SCREW MAY NOT HAVE BEEN CORRECTLY ASSEMBLED
- Defect
- A rear suspension link nut and screw may not have been correctly assembled.
- Remedy
- Check and replace nut and screw where required.
Fuel hose may crack internally
Small cracks may form inside a rubber fuel hose. Dealers will replace affected hoses.
Official DVSA recall text
- Component
- SMALL CRACKS ON THE INSIDE OF A RUBBER FUEL HOSE
- Defect
- Small cracks on the inside of a rubber fuel hose.
- Remedy
- Replacement of affected fuel hoses.
Connectivity module software may disrupt GPS
An error in the connectivity module software may prevent GPS from providing a location to emergency personnel, hindering response after a crash or injury. Dealers will correct the software free of charge.
Official NHTSA recall text
- Component
- ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:SOFTWARE
- Defect
- Volvo Car USA LLC (Volvo) is recalling certain 2017-2019 Volvo XC90, S90, V60, V60 Cross Country, V90, XC40, XC60, and V90 Cross Country vehicles. The software installed in the Vehicle Connectivity Module (VCM) may have an error causing the Telematics and Driver Support Systems to function improperly. As a result, the GPS will not provide location information to emergency personnel in the event of an emergency.
- Consequence
- If the GPS location is not provided to emergency personnel it can inhibit emergency response in the event of a crash or injury.
- Remedy
- Volvo will notify owners, and dealers will correct the software, free of charge. The recall began December 26, 2018. Owners may contact Volvo customer service at 1-800-458-1552. Volvo's number for this recall is R39917.
- Notes
- Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.safercar.gov.
Vehicle connectivity module may have a software issue
A software issue may affect the Vehicle Connectivity Module. Its software will be upgraded.
Official DVSA recall text
- Component
- POSSIBLE SOFTWARE ISSUE IN THE VEHICLE CONNECTIVITY MODULE (VCM)
- Defect
- There may be a software issue in the Vehicle Connectivity Module.
- Remedy
- Upgrade software in the Vehicle Connectivity Module.
Front seat side airbag may not deploy
A front seat side airbag inflator initiator may fail to ignite in a crash, preventing the airbag from deploying and increasing injury risk. Dealers will inspect and replace the airbags if needed, free of charge.
Official NHTSA recall text
- Component
- AIR BAGS
- Defect
- Volvo Car USA LLC (Volvo) is recalling certain 2017 S60, S60CC, V60, V60 Cross Country, and XC60 vehicles. The affected vehicles have driver and front passenger seat side mounted side air bags (SAB) with inflator initiators that may fail to ignite during a crash. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) number 208, "Occupant Crash Protection" and number 214, "Side Impact Protection."
- Consequence
- If the air bag inflator initiator fails to ignite, the air bag will not deploy, increasing the risk of injury.
- Remedy
- Volvo will notify owners, and dealers will inspect and, if necessary, replace the front seat side air bags, free of charge. The recall began March 31, 2017. Owners may contact Volvo customer service at 1-800-458-1552. Volvo's number for this recall is R89712. Note: This recall is an expansion of recall 16V-918.
- Notes
- Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.safercar.gov.
Airbag initiator may fail to deploy the airbag
An initiator that does not meet specification may fail, so an airbag may not deploy in a collision and occupants may face increased injury risk. The remedy is to replace the airbags with quality assured components.
Official DVSA recall text
- Component
- ONE OR MORE AIRBAGS MAY FAIL TO DEPLOY IN THE EVENT OF A COLLISION
- Defect
- It has been identified by the manufacturer that the air-bag initiator does not meet specification. This can therefore result in the initiator not functioning correctly which can lead to none deployment of the air-bag. Should a collision occur then there is an increased risk of injury to the occupants of the vehicle.
- Remedy
- Recall all affected vehicles to replace the air-bags with a new quality assured component.
Front seat side air bags may not deploy
A side air bag inflator initiator may fail to ignite in a crash, preventing deployment and increasing injury risk. Dealers will inspect the front seat side air bags and replace them if needed, free of charge.
Official NHTSA recall text
- Component
- AIR BAGS
- Defect
- Volvo Car USA LLC (Volvo) is recalling certain model year 2017 S60 and S60 Cross Country, V60 and V60 Cross Country, and XC60 vehicles manufactured August 16, 2016, through October 21, 2016. The affected vehicles have driver and front passenger seat side mounted side air bags (SAB) with inflator initiators that may fail to ignite during a crash. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) number 208, "Occupant Crash Protection" and number 214, "Side Impact Protection."
- Consequence
- If the air bag inflator initiator fails to ignite, the air bag will not deploy, increasing the risk of injury.
- Remedy
- Volvo will notify owners, and dealers will inspect and, if necessary, replace the front seat side air bags, free of charge. The recall is expected to begin on February 13, 2017. Owners may contact Volvo customer service at 1-800-458-1552. Volvo's number for this recall is R89712.
- Notes
- Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.safercar.gov.
Front passenger seat belt buckle stud may loosen
The front passenger seat belt buckle stud may loosen, allowing the buckle to separate from its bracket and leaving the passenger inadequately restrained in a crash. Dealers will inspect the stud and replace the buckle if needed, free of charge.
Official NHTSA recall text
- Component
- SEAT BELTS:FRONT:BUCKLE ASSEMBLY
- Defect
- Volvo Car USA LLC (Volvo) is recalling certain model year 2016-2017 XC90, S90, XC60, V60 Cross Country, V60, S60 Cross Country, S60, and S60 Inscription vehicles manufactured February 16, 2015, to August 22, 2016. On the affected vehicles, the front passenger seat belt buckle attaching stud may loosen, allowing the buckle to separate from the seat belt bracket. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) number 210, "Seat Belt Assembly Anchorages" and number 209, "Seat Belt Assemblies."
- Consequence
- If the seat belt buckle separates from the bracket, the front seat passenger may not be adequately restrained in the event of a crash, increasing their risk of injury in the event of a crash.
- Remedy
- Volvo will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the front passenger seat belt buckle stud, replacing the seat belt buckle as needed, free of charge. The recall began January 2017. Owners may contact Volvo customer service at 1-800-458-1552. Volvo's number for this recall is R89708.
- Notes
- Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.safercar.gov.
Seatbelt may separate from its buckle
A front seatbelt buckle stud may be incorrectly punched and could separate from its bracket in a collision. Dealers will inspect the buckle and replace it if needed.
Official DVSA recall text
- Component
- SEATBELT MAY SEPARATE FROM THE BUCKLE
- Defect
- It has been identified there is a possibility the front seatbelt buckle stud may not have been punched correctly during production. This may result in a separation between the buckle and seatbelt bracket if the vehicle is involved in a collision.
- Remedy
- Recall all affected vehicles to inspect the seatbelt buckle and if required to replace the seatbelt buckle.
Coolant or oil leak may cause an engine fire
During engine warm-up in certain conditions, coolant may leak or oil may seep, potentially causing smoke or a slow-developing engine compartment fire. A low coolant warning will appear. The coolant bypass valve will be modified and a new exhaust manifold gasket installed.
Official DVSA recall text
- Component
- COOLANT LEAKAGE MAY RESULT IN A FIRE
- Defect
- It has been identified that during the engine warm-up process and under certain driving/climate conditions for instance periods of high acceleration or high engine load immediately after a cold start in cold climates there is the possibility for coolant leakage or oil seepage. This can lead to the possibility in a worst-case scenario of smoke or a slow developing fire in the engine compartment. However the driver will receive a warning message on the Driver�s Information Module indicating a low coolant level.
- Remedy
- Recall all affected vehicles to modify the coolant bypass valve and install a new exhaust manifold gasket.
Driver airbag may not deploy as intended
A manufacturing defect may prevent the driver airbag gas generator from deploying as intended, reducing the airbag's effectiveness. The driver airbag module will be replaced.
Official DVSA recall text
- Component
- DRIVER'S AIRBAG MODULE MAY NOT DEPLOY AS INTENDED
- Defect
- Due to a potential manufacturing defect the gas generator in the driver�s airbag module may not deploy as intended. This may reduce the affectivities of the airbag.
- Remedy
- On affected vehicles replace the driver's air bag module.
Engine may cut out and steering assistance may be lost
A software issue may briefly stop and restart the engine while driving, disrupting electrical systems including the instrument cluster and infotainment system, and causing loss of power steering assistance. The control unit software will be upgraded.
Official DVSA recall text
- Component
- STALLING AND LOSS OF STEERING POWER ASSISTANCE
- Defect
- Involved vehicles may have a software issue which could cause the engine to momentarily cut-out and restart while driving. This could also cause disturbances in some electrical systems such as shut down of the instrument cluster infotainment system and loss of power steering assistance.
- Remedy
- Recall the vehicles that are likely to be affected and upgrade the software of the control units.
Fuel gauge may show the wrong fuel level
The fuel gauge may not show the correct level. A remedy is not yet available for all vehicles; until one is available, the advised fuel level is above approximately one third.
Official DVSA recall text
- Component
- FUEL GUAGE MAY NOT SHOW FUEL LEVEL CORRECTLY
- Defect
- Fuel gauge may not show correct level
- Remedy
- The remedy is not yet available for all models. Until a remedy is available the manufacturer advises to maintain fuel level above approx one third.
Fuel gauge may show the wrong level
The fuel gauge may not show the correct level. A remedy is not yet available for all models; until then, the manufacturer advises keeping the fuel level above approximately one third.
Official DVSA recall text
- Component
- FUEL GUAGE MAY NOT SHOW FUEL LEVEL CORRECTLY
- Defect
- Fuel gauge may not show correct level
- Remedy
- The remedy is not yet available for all models.. Until a remedy is available the manufacturer advises to maintain fuel level above approx one third.
Fuel gauge may show incorrect level
The fuel gauge may show an incorrect level. Depending on the vehicle, the software will be updated. Until then, maintain the fuel level above approximately one third.
Official DVSA recall text
- Component
- FUEL GUAGE MAY NOT SHOW FUEL LEVEL CORRECTLY
- Defect
- Fuel gauge may not show correct level
- Remedy
- Dependent on affected Model update software. Until updated the manufacturer advises to maintain fuel level above approx one third.
Crankshaft may fail
The crankshaft may not be hardened sufficiently and could fail, potentially causing sudden engine failure. Loss of power or a knocking noise may come first. The engine will be replaced.
Official DVSA recall text
- Component
- ENGINE MAY FAIL
- Defect
- The crankshaft may not have been sufficiently hardened and may fail this in turn can lead to sudden and catastrophic engine failure. The failure may be preceded by loss of power and a knocking noise.
- Remedy
- Recall the vehicles that are likely to be affected and replace the engine.
Starter motor fuse may blow
The starter motor fuse may blow when the automatic stop/start function is used in certain driving conditions, preventing the vehicle from restarting and increasing crash risk. Dealers will replace it with a higher-amperage fuse free of charge.
Official NHTSA recall text
- Component
- ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:WIRING:FUSES AND CIRCUIT BREAKERS
- Defect
- Volvo Cars of North America, LLC. (Volvo) is recalling certain model year 2016 Volvo S60, V60, V60CC, XC60, XC70, and S80 vehicles manufactured April 8, 2015 to August 19, 2015. In certain driving conditions when using the automatic engine stop/start function, the starter motor fuse may blow, preventing the car from restarting when necessary.
- Consequence
- If the vehicle is unexpectedly unable to be started in the middle of traffic, such as when stopped at an intersection, there is an increased risk of a crash.
- Remedy
- Volvo will notify owners, and dealers will replace the existing starter motor fuse with a higher amperage fuse, free of charge. The recall began on October 26, 2015. Owners may contact Volvo customer service at 1-800-458-1552 or by visiting http://volvo.custhelp.com. Volvo's number for this recall is R39574.
- Notes
- Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.safercar.gov.
Parking brake may release unintentionally
Parking brake software may allow the brake to release unintentionally while the engine is running and the gearstick is moved. Dealers will install upgraded software in the Parking Brake Module.
Official DVSA recall text
- Component
- PARKING BRAKE MAY UNINTENTIONALLY RELEASE
- Defect
- Vehicles with manual gearboxes and start/stop functionality have Parking Brake Module (PBM) software that may allow the parking brake to unintentionally release. The unintended release of the parking brake can only occur when the engine is running and the gearstick moved so it will happen when the vehicle is attended.
- Remedy
- Recall the vehicles that are likely to be affected to download upgraded Parking Brake Module (PBM) software.
Drive belt tensioner may fail
Premature wear may cause the auxiliary drive belt tensioner to fail, reducing steering assistance and possibly causing loss of drive if the belt or tensioner enters the cambelt area. The belt and tensioner will be replaced.
Official DVSA recall text
- Component
- LOSS OF POWER STEERING ASSISTANCE
- Defect
- The auxiliary drive belt tensioner can suffer from premature wear which may cause it to fail. This can lead to loss of steering power assistance and a slight possibility of loss of drive should the drive belt or tensioner invade the cambelt area.
- Remedy
- Recall the vehicles that are likely to be affected to replace the auxiliary drive belt and tensioner.
A-pillar trim may detach in a collision
Incorrectly tightened screws may allow the A-pillar trim panels to crack and detach if the inflatable curtain deploys in a collision, potentially injuring front-seat occupants. Both trim panels and their screws will be replaced.
Official DVSA recall text
- Component
- TRIM PANEL MAY CAUSE INJURY DURING COLLISION
- Defect
- Volvo's quality follow-up procedures have identified an issue with a limited number of S60 & V60 Volvos (MY2013). The securing screws for the inner A-pillar panels may have been torqued incorrectly. This could cause the A-pillar panels to crack and this may affect the attachment of the trims during a collision should the inflatable curtain be activated. If the trims become detached they could cause injury to the occupants in the front seats. The corrective action is to replace both A-pillar trims as well as the securing screws.
- Remedy
- Replace both trim panels and screws.
Wiper mechanism may chafe brake booster vacuum line
Chafing may reduce braking assistance, requiring more pedal effort; in a worst case, assistance may be lost suddenly without warning. The line will be inspected, replaced if chafed, and routed correctly.
Official DVSA recall text
- Component
- REDUCED BRAKING PERFORMANCE
- Defect
- Investigations have identified the wiper arm mechanism may chafe against the brake booster vacuum line. If this chafing occurs it could lead to a gradual reduction of the power assisted braking and more effort would need to be applied to the brake pedal than usual to slow the vehicle down. In a worst case the reduction of braking assistance could occur suddenly without any prior warning
- Remedy
- Inspect the brake booster vacuum line. If it is chafed then it should be replaced and routed correctly. If the line is not chafed it should re-routed to ensure no issues going forward.
Engine connecting rods may fail
A production non-conformity in the connecting rods could cause sudden, unexpected failure of the engine's bottom end. The engine will be replaced.
Official DVSA recall text
- Component
- ENGINE MAY FAIL
- Defect
- There could be a sudden and unexpected failure of the bottom end of the engine because of a non-conformity during production of the connecting rods.
- Remedy
- Recall the vehicles that are likely to be affected to replace the engine.
Airbag wiring may come loose and prevent deployment
The SRS wiring harness may detach as the front seat is adjusted. A warning light may come on, and the front and side airbags may not deploy in a collision. The harness will be inspected and routed and secured correctly if needed.
Official DVSA recall text
- Component
- AIRBAGS MAY NOT DEPLOY IN A COLLISION
- Defect
- It has been identified that the wiring harness for the SRS system may not have been correctly attached to the front seat frames. It is possible that continued adjustment of the seat position may cause the harness to become detached. If this should occur a warning light will illuminate on the instrument panel warning the driver of a fault with the SRS system. However in this condition the front and side airbags may not deploy if the vehicle is involved in a collision.
- Remedy
- Recall all affected vehicles for an inspection of the wiring harnesses and ensure that it is correctly routed and secured. If not then reroute and securing of the wiring harness.
Power steering return line may detach
The upper power steering return line may detach, causing fluid to leak onto the road or into the engine bay and making steering heavy. The return line will be replaced.
Official DVSA recall text
- Component
- LOSS OF POWER STEERING FLUID
- Defect
- It is possible that the upper power steering return line may become detached which will result in the loss of power steering fluid. This will result in fluid leaking onto the road surface leaking into the engine bay and the driver experiencing heavy steering.
- Remedy
- Recall the affected vehicles for the replacement of the power steering return line.
High-pressure fuel pipes may leak
Incorrectly fitted high-pressure fuel pipes may leak. A fuel smell may come from the engine bay, and in extreme cases a fire could occur. The pipes will be replaced.
Official DVSA recall text
- Component
- FIRE MAY OCCUR
- Defect
- On certain five cylinder engines it is possible that the high pressure fuel pipes may not have been correctly installed and may leak. This should be identified by a smell of fuel from the engine bay. However it is possible that in extreme cases an engine bay fire could occur.
- Remedy
- Recall all affected vehicles and replace the high pressure pipes.
Engine may cut out when slowing
A software fault may lower the engine idle speed when braking or releasing the accelerator at low speeds, causing the engine to cut out without warning. The engine and transmission software will be upgraded.
Official DVSA recall text
- Component
- ENGINE MAY CUT OUT
- Defect
- When driving at low speeds a fault within the software calibration of the engine and transmission control modules may lead to a drop in the engine idle speed when braking or releasing the accelerator. In extreme cases this may result in the engine cutting out without warning.
- Remedy
- Recall the vehicles that are likely to be affected to upgrade the engine/transmission software.
Wheel bolts may corrode and loosen
Wheel bolts may not have been hardened correctly, causing corrosion, noise or vibration. A wheel could become loose and detach. The wheel bolts will be replaced.
Official DVSA recall text
- Component
- WHEEL MAY BECOME LOOSE
- Defect
- It has been identified that the standard wheel securing bolts may not have undergone the correct hardening process. This will result in corrosion a noise and/or vibration. If this condition is not rectified there is a possibility that the wheel may become loose and detach.
- Remedy
- Recall all affected vehicles and replace the standard wheel bolts.
Sources: NHTSA (US National Highway Traffic Safety Administration), DVSA (UK Driver and Vehicle Standards Agency) and the EU Safety Gate (European Commission) recall data. Each recall covers vehicles sold in that market; models sold elsewhere may differ.