Volvo V70 recalls
78 official safety recalls for the Volvo V70 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
Driver air bag inflator may explode
The driver's air bag inflator may explode when deployed, sending metal fragments into the vehicle and potentially seriously injuring or killing occupants. Dealers will replace the driver's air bag, free of charge.
Official NHTSA recall text
- Component
- AIR BAGS:FRONTAL:DRIVER SIDE:INFLATOR MODULE
- Defect
- Volvo Cars USA, LLC (Volvo Car) is recalling certain 2001-2007 V70 and XC70 vehicles. The driver's air bag inflator may explode during deployment, due to propellant degradation occurring after long-term exposure to high absolute humidity, high temperatures, and high temperature cycling.
- Consequence
- An inflator explosion may result in sharp metal fragments striking the driver or other occupants, resulting in serious injury or death.
- Remedy
- Dealers will replace the driver's air bag, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed December 14, 2021. Owners may contact Volvo Car customer service at 1-888-458-1552. Volvo Car's number for this recall is R10136.
- 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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
Auxiliary belt tensioner may fail
The auxiliary drive belt tensioner may fail, causing loss of steering assistance and possibly drive if the belt or tensioner enters the cambelt area. Dealers will replace the belt and tensioner.
Official DVSA recall text
- Component
- ENGINE MAY LOOSE DRIVE AND POWER STEERING ASSISTANCE.
- Defect
- The auxiliary drive belt tensioner may 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.
Auxiliary drive belt tensioner may fail
If the tensioner fails, power steering assistance may be lost and drive may be lost. The auxiliary drive belt tensioner will be replaced.
Official DVSA recall text
- Component
- POSSIBILITY OF LOSS OF DRIVE
- Defect
- The auxiliary drive belt tensioner may fail. If the tensioner fails it would cause a loss of power steering assistance and possible loss of drive.
- Remedy
- Replace the auxiliary drive belt tensioner.
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.
Water may affect power steering pump
Water may enter the power steering pump, causing warning lights or messages, loss of steering assistance and, in extreme cases, an unexpected engine stall. The pump will be replaced.
Official DVSA recall text
- Component
- LOSS OF POWER ASSISTED STEERING AND ENGINE MAY STALL.
- Defect
- It is possible that water can enter the electric hydraulic power assisted steering pump. This can affect the operation of the pump. The driver will receive warning in the form of warning messages and illumination of warning lights on the dashboard. However the power assistance for the steering can failure but in extreme circumstances the engine can unexpectedly stall.
- Remedy
- Recall all affected vehicles and replace the power assisted steering pump.
Engine may continue running after throttle is released
The engine oil level may rise above maximum, causing engine speed to stay the same or increase after the throttle is released. In extreme cases, the engine may keep running after it is switched off. The oil level will be adjusted and the software upgraded.
Official DVSA recall text
- Component
- ENGINE MAY RUN ON
- Defect
- It is possible in certain circumstances for the engine oil level to rise above the maximum level. This situation could lead to engine speed being maintained or possibly increased after the throttle pedal is released. In extreme cases the engine could continue to run after it has been switched off.
- Remedy
- Recall the vehicles that are likely to be affected to adjust the engine oil level and carry out a software upgrade.
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.
Portable GPS battery may overheat
The portable GPS battery may overheat and cause a fire. Owners should stop using the device and check whether it is affected. The battery will be replaced and a spacer inserted next to the circuit board, free of charge.
Official NHTSA recall text
- Component
- EQUIPMENT:ELECTRICAL:NAVIGATIONAL SYSTEM(GLOBAL POSITIONING SYSTEM)
- Defect
- VOLVO IS RECALLING CERTAIN VEHICLES EQUIPPED WITH GARMIN 760 PORTABLE GLOBAL POSITIONING SYSTEM (GPS) UNITS BECAUSE THE BATTERIES ON THOSE UNITS MAY OVERHEAT.
- Consequence
- AN OVERHEATED BATTERY COULD LEAD TO A FIRE.
- Remedy
- VOLVO ADVISES OWNERS TO PLEASE STOP USING THE GARMIN PORTABLE GPS DEVICE IMMEDIATELY, AND VISIT THE GARMIN WEBSITE TO DETERMINE IF THEIR UNIT IS AFFECTED. THE UNIT'S BATTERY WILL BE REPLACED WITH A NEW BATTERY AND A SPACER WILL BE INSERTED ON TOP OF THE BATTERY NEXT TO THE PCB. THIS SERVICE WILL BE PERFORMED FREE OF CHARGE. THE SAFETY RECALL BEGAN ON NOVEMBER 18, 2010. OWNERS MAY CONTACT GARMIN AT 866-957-1981 OR VISIT GARMIN'S WEBSITE AT WWW.GARMIN.COM/NUVIBATTERYPCBRECALL.
- Notes
- VOLVO SAFETY RECALL NO. R231.OWNERS MAY ALSO CONTACT THE NATIONAL HIGHWAY TRAFFIC SAFETY ADMINISTRATION'S VEHICLE SAFETY HOTLINE AT 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), OR GO TO <A HREF=HTTP://WWW.SAFERCAR.GOV>HTTP://WWW.SAFERCAR.GOV</A> .
Engine speed may rise after the throttle is released
Engine oil may rise above its maximum level through overfilling or fuel dilution, causing engine speed to stay high or increase after the throttle is released. In extreme cases, the engine may keep running after switch-off. Software will be updated, the oil level adjusted, and a dashboard warning added.
Official DVSA recall text
- Component
- ENGINE SPEED MAY INCREASE WITHOUT WARNING.
- Defect
- It is possible that the engine oil level may rise above its maximum level due to overfilling and/or dilution by fuel. This may result in the engine speed being maintained or possibly increased after the throttle pedal has been released. In extreme cases it is possible that the engine may continue to run after it has been switched off.
- Remedy
- Recall all affected vehicles and carry out an Engine Control Module software upgrade and adjust the engine oil. The new ECM upgrade will improve adaption of different blends of fuel and include a dashboard text warning message if the oil level reaches too high a level.
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.
Driver's airbag may not deploy as intended
An electrical short in a connector may trigger an airbag warning and prevent the driver's airbag from deploying as intended in a collision. The connector will be checked and reworked.
Official DVSA recall text
- Component
- AIRBAG MAY NOT DEPLOY AS INTENDED.
- Defect
- It is possible that an electrical short circuit within a connector could result in the illumination of the Airbag System Service Required message and Supplemental Restraint System warning lamp on the dashboard. Should this occur the driver's airbag would not deploy as intended if the vehicle is involved in a collision.
- Remedy
- Recall all affected vehicles to check and rework the connector.
Driver airbag wiring connector may have an intermittent fault
An intermittent fault in the driver's airbag wiring connector may prevent the frontal airbag from deploying as intended or at all in a crash. Dealers will install a metal shim in the connector, free of charge.
Official NHTSA recall text
- Component
- AIR BAGS:FRONTAL
- Defect
- VOLVO IS RECALLING CERTAIN MODEL YEAR 2010-2011 S80, XC70, MODEL YEAR 2011 XC60 AND MODEL YEAR 2010 V70 VEHICLES. THERE MAY BE AN INTERMITTENT FAULT IN THE DRIVER'S AIRBAG CLOCKSPRING WIRING CONNECTOR FOR THE SUPPLEMENTAL RESTRAINT SYSTEM.
- Consequence
- IN THE EVENT OF A CRASH, THE DRIVER'S FRONTAL AIRBAG MAY NOT DEPLOY AS INTENDED OR AT ALL, AND THEREFORE WILL NOT BE ABLE TO PROPERLY PROTECT THE DRIVER, INCREASING THE RISK OF INJURIES.
- Remedy
- DEALERS WILL INSTALL A METAL SHIM IN THE DRIVER'S AIR BAG CLOCKSPRING WIRING CONNECTOR. THIS SERVICE WILL BE PERFORMED FREE OF CHARGE. THE SAFETY RECALL BEGAN ON OCTOBER 20, 2010. OWNERS MAY CONTACT VOLVO AT 1-800-458-1552.
- Notes
- VOLVO SAFETY RECALL NO. R229.OWNERS MAY ALSO CONTACT THE NATIONAL HIGHWAY TRAFFIC SAFETY ADMINISTRATION'S VEHICLE SAFETY HOTLINE AT 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), OR GO TO <A HREF=HTTP://WWW.SAFERCAR.GOV>HTTP://WWW.SAFERCAR.GOV</A> .
Radiator hose may come loose and cause engine seizure
An insecure clamp may let the radiator hose come loose, causing coolant loss and overheating. The engine could seize and bring the vehicle to a sudden halt. The hose will be secured.
Official DVSA recall text
- Component
- ENGINE MAY SEIZE
- Defect
- On effected petrol and diesel engines a spring clamp on the radiator hose connecting it to the water inlet pipe may be insecure. If not rectified the engine may lose coolant overheat seize and suddenly slow the vehicle rapidly to a halt.
- Remedy
- Recall the vehicles that are likely to be affected to have the radiator hose adequately secured.
Gear shift mechanism may jam
A section of the gear shift mechanism may loosen and jam, preventing gear changes or selection of neutral. Dealers will check that the gear selector ball joint is secured.
Official DVSA recall text
- Component
- GEARBOX MAY JAM
- Defect
- A section of the gear shift mechanism may over time become loose and cause the mechanism to become jammed. If this was to occur it might not be possible to change gear or select neutral.
- Remedy
- Recall the vehicles that are likely to be affected to check that the ball joint for the gear selector is properly secured.
Power steering fluid leak may cause a fire
A high-pressure power steering line joint may be incorrectly assembled, allowing fluid to leak into the engine bay. This could cause sudden loss of steering assistance or a localised fire. The joint will be checked and tightened to specification if needed.
Official DVSA recall text
- Component
- LOSS OF POWER STEERING FLUID MAY CAUSE A FIRE
- Defect
- A joint on the high pressure line of the power assisted steering may not have been assembled correctly. This may lead to a leakage of steering fluid into the engine bay. This could result in sudden loss of power assistance but in extreme cases it could result in a localised fire within the engine bay.
- Remedy
- Recall affected vehicles to check and if required torque the unit up to the correct specification.
Auxiliary belt tensioner may fail
The auxiliary drive belt tensioner may fail, causing loss of power steering assistance and possibly loss of drive if the belt or tensioner enters the cambelt area. The belt and tensioner will be replaced.
Official DVSA recall text
- Component
- ENGINE MAY LOOSE DRIVE AND POWER STEERING ASSISTANCE.
- Defect
- The auxiliary drive belt tensioner may 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.
Engine speed may not decrease when throttle is released
A rising engine oil level may cause engine speed to remain steady or increase after the throttle is released. In an extreme case, the engine may keep running after being switched off. The ECM software will be upgraded, the oil level adjusted and a confirmation decal installed.
Official DVSA recall text
- Component
- ENGINE SPEED MAY NOT DECREASE
- Defect
- The engine oil level may rise. This situation may lead to the engine speed being maintained or possibly increased after the throttle pedal is released. In an extreme situation the engine may continue to run after it has been switched off.
- Remedy
- Recall the affected vehicles and carry out a ECM software upgrade adjust engine oil level and install a decal to confirm oil level to the consumer.
Auxiliary belt tensioner may fail
The auxiliary belt tensioner may fail, causing loss of power-assisted steering and drive. The tensioner and drive belt will be replaced.
Official DVSA recall text
- Component
- AUXILIARY DRIVE BELT MAY DETACH
- Defect
- The Auxiliary Belt Tensioner may fail resulting in loss of Power Assisted Steeering and loss of Drive
- Remedy
- Recall affected vehicles to replace the Tensioner and Drive Belt.
Gearbox may not engage or shift gears properly
Internal leakage may prevent the gearbox hydraulic control module from engaging or shifting gears as intended. The gearbox will be replaced.
Official DVSA recall text
- Component
- GEARBOX MAY NOT ENGAGE OR SHIFT GEARS AS INTENDED
- Defect
- It has been identified that due to internal leakage the gearbox hydraulic control module may not be able to engage or shift gears as intended.
- Remedy
- Recalled vehicles will have the gearbox replaced.
Fuel pump flange may crack and leak fuel
Over time, certain environmental conditions and varying fuel quality may cause cracks in the fuel pump flange. A fuel smell or leak could result, and leaked fuel may cause a fire if ignited. Dealers will inspect the pump and replace it with a modified part if needed, free of charge.
Official NHTSA recall text
- Component
- FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE:DELIVERY:FUEL PUMP
- Defect
- VOLVO IS RECALLING CERTAIN MODEL YEAR 2001-2005 S80, MODEL YEAR 2001-2004 V70, S60, XC70 AND MODEL YEAR 2003-2005 XC90 VEHICLES SOLD IN OR REGISTERED IN THE STATES OF ALABAMA, ARIZONA, ARKANSAS, CALIFORNIA, FLORIDA, GEORGIA, HAWAII, KENTUCKY, LOUISIANA, MISSISSIPPI, NEVADA, NEW MEXICO, NORTH CAROLINA, OKLAHOMA, SOUTH CAROLINA, TENNESSEE, TEXAS, UTAH, VIRGINIA AND THE U.S. TERRITORIES. WHEN EXPOSED TO CERTAIN ENVIRONMENTAL CONDITIONS (HOT CLIMATE AND TEMPERATURE CYCLING) OVER TIME AND IN COMBINATION WITH VARYING FUEL QUALITY, THE FUEL PUMP CAN DEVELOP CRACKS IN THE FUEL PUMP FLANGE.
- Consequence
- IF THE CONDITION OCCURS VEHICLE OWNERS MAY NOTICE FUEL SMELL AND/OR FUEL LEAK WHICH, IN THE PRESENCE OF AN IGNITION SOURCE, COULD RESULT IN A FIRE.
- Remedy
- DEALERS WILL INSPECT THE FUEL PUMP INSTALLED IN THE VEHICLE, AND IF NECESSARY REPLACE THE FUEL PUMP WITH A PART OF A MODIFIED DESIGN. THIS SERVICE WILL BE PERFORMED FREE OF CHARGE. THE SAFETY RECALL BEGAN ON JANUARY 15, 2010. OWNERS MAY CONTACT VOLVO AT 1-800-458-1552.
- Notes
- VOLVO SAFETY RECALL NO. R220.OWNERS MAY ALSO CONTACT THE NATIONAL HIGHWAY TRAFFIC SAFETY ADMINISTRATION'S VEHICLE SAFETY HOTLINE AT 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), OR GO TO <A HREF=HTTP://WWW.SAFERCAR.GOV>HTTP://WWW.SAFERCAR.GOV</A> .
Fuel pump fault may cause the engine to stall
A fuel pump electronic module fault may prevent the pump from starting, causing a no-start, rough running or engine stall without warning. The central electronic module software will be upgraded.
Official DVSA recall text
- Component
- ENGINE MAY STALL
- Defect
- It has been identified thatthe fuel pump electronic module may not operate as intended. This can result in failure of the fuel pump to start. Should this occur the vehicle may suffer a non start rough running or in the worst case the engine may stall without prior warning. Investigation has shown that it may be possible to drive the vehicle for up to 100 m before the fault manifests itself.
- Remedy
- Recalled vehicles will have the software within the central electronic module upgraded.
Fuel pump regulator may detach and cause engine stalling
In high ambient temperatures, the fuel pump pressure regulator may detach, causing loss of fuel pressure and the engine to stall without warning. The fuel pump will be replaced.
Official DVSA recall text
- Component
- LOSS OF FUEL PRESSURE RESULTING IN ENGINE STALLING WITHOUT WARNING.
- Defect
- It has been identified that the fuel pump pressure regulator may detach from it's spigot within the fuel pump in conditions of high ambient temperature. Should this occur the vehicle would suffer loss of fuel pressure causing the engine to stall with no warning being given to the driver.
- Remedy
- Recalled vehicles will have the fuel pump replaced.
Cooling fan control fault may lead to engine failure
A software issue may reduce air conditioning performance and raise engine coolant temperature, triggering warnings. If the warnings are ignored, the engine may fail. The cooling fan control module will be replaced.
Official DVSA recall text
- Component
- ENGINE COOLING FAN MAY FAIL
- Defect
- It has been identified that due to a software issue with the engine cooling fan control module the air conditioning performance may be reduced and the engine coolant temperature may increase. This will result in warning messages being displayed. In extreme cases if the driver does not heed the warnings the engine may fail.
- Remedy
- Recalled vehicles will have the cooling fan control module replaced.
Engine cooling fan may stop working
A software error may stop the engine cooling fan, reducing air conditioning performance or rapidly raising coolant temperature. Loss of cooling could cause engine failure and increase crash risk. Dealers will replace the fan control module free of charge.
Official NHTSA recall text
- Component
- ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:COOLING SYSTEM:FAN
- Defect
- VOLVO IS RECALLING 17,614 MY 2008-2009 S80, V70, AND XC70 VEHICLES. THE ENGINE COOLING FAN MAY STOP WORKING DUE TO A SOFTWARE PROGRAMMING ERROR IN THE FAN CONTROL MODULE (FCM). DEPENDING ON DRIVING CONDITIONS, THE CUSTOMER MAY EXPERIENCE REDUCED AIR CONDITIONING PERFORMANCE, AND/OR RAPID INCREASE IN ENGINE COOLANT TEMPERATURE.
- Consequence
- THIS SITUATION MAY RESULT IN LOSS OF COOLING SYSTEM FUNCTION AND ENGINE FAILURE. THE DRIVER MAY NOT HAVE SUFFICIENT TIME TO REACT TO THE WARNING LIGHT(S) OR THE TEXT MESSAGE IN THE INSTRUMENT PANEL, INCREASING THE RISK OF A CRASH.
- Remedy
- DEALERS WILL REPLACE THE FAN CONTROL MODULE FREE OF CHARGE. THE RECALL IS EXPECTED TO BEGIN DURING JULY 2009. OWNERS MAY CONTACT VOLVO CUSTOMER CARE CENTER AT 1-800-458-1552.
- Notes
- VOLVO RECALL NO. R214.OWNERS MAY ALSO CONTACT THE NATIONAL HIGHWAY TRAFFIC SAFETY ADMINISTRATION'S VEHICLE SAFETY HOTLINE AT 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), OR GO TO <A HREF=HTTP://WWW.SAFERCAR.GOV>HTTP://WWW.SAFERCAR.GOV</A> .
Brake assistance may be reduced in cold starts
Under certain cold start conditions, brake assistance may be reduced, so more pedal pressure is needed, though the brakes still function. The vacuum pump non-return valve will be replaced.
Official DVSA recall text
- Component
- BRAKES MAY NOT PERFORM ADEQUATELY
- Defect
- Brake assistance from the vacuum pressure pump may be reduced under certain cold start conditions. The brakes will still function but more pressure on the pedal will be required than normal.
- Remedy
- Recall the vehicles that are likely to be affected to replace the non-return valve in the vacuum pump.
Wipers may operate unexpectedly or stop working
A software error may cause the wipers to operate without being switched on or not operate at all. The central electronic module software will be updated.
Official DVSA recall text
- Component
- WIPERS MAY NOT OPERATE CORRECTLY
- Defect
- The wipers could function without being turned on or not at all because of a software error in the central electronic module.
- Remedy
- Recall the vehicles that are likely to be affected to upgrade the software in the central electronic module.
Heater valve may cause a short circuit and fire
A faulty valve in the supplementary cabin heater may become clogged, impair drainage and cause a short circuit. The resulting heat could cause a fire behind the instrument panel below the radio. The valve will be replaced.
Official DVSA recall text
- Component
- SHORT CIRCUIT - FIRE MAY OCCUR
- Defect
- It has been identified that on vehicles fitted with a supplementary cabin heater the unit may contain a faulty valve which links the heater to the climate control. The valve in question may become clogged which could lead to poor water drainage and in extreme cases a short circuit. Should sufficient heat be generated by the short circuit a fire behind the instrument panel below the radio may occur.
- Remedy
- Recalled vehicles will have the subject valve replaced.
Engine may lose power
An engine control unit problem may reduce engine torque and could activate limp-home mode. The remedy is an engine control unit software upgrade.
Official DVSA recall text
- Component
- VEHICLE MAY LOSE POWER
- Defect
- It has been identified that due to a problem within the engine ECU (flexi-fuel engines only) the engine torque may be reduced with the attendant possibility that limp home mode may be activated.
- Remedy
- Recalled vehicles will have the engine ECU software upgraded.
Side curtain airbags may not operate as intended
A software error in the side impact protection system may prevent the inflatable side curtains from operating as intended. The system control unit software will be upgraded.
Official DVSA recall text
- Component
- SIDE AIRBAG MAY NOT WORK AS INTENDED
- Defect
- It has been identified that the subject vehicles may have a software error within the side impact protection system (SIPS) As a result the inflatable side curtains may not operate as intended.
- Remedy
- Recalled vehicles will have the SIPS system ECU software upgraded.
Incorrect roof rack bolts may compromise security
Incorrect mounting bolts may compromise the security of the roof rack. The roof rack mounting bolts will be replaced.
Official DVSA recall text
- Component
- ROOF RAIL BOLTS MAY NOT BE TO SPECIFICATION
- Defect
- It is possible that the security of the roof rack might be compromised due to incorrect mounting bolts being fitted.
- Remedy
- Recall the vehicles that are likely to be affected to replace the roof rack mounting bolts.
Rear seat belt screws may be undertightened
One or more screws securing the outer rear seat belts may not be tightened correctly, reducing their effectiveness in a crash. The mounting bolts will be retightened.
Official DVSA recall text
- Component
- SEAT BELT MAY NOT BEEN TORQUED CORRECTLY
- Defect
- One or more screws holding the outer rear seat belts may not have been torqued correctly. This could lead to the seat belt not being as affective as it could be in an accident.
- Remedy
- Recall the vehicles that are likely to be affected to re torque the mounting bolts.
Booster seat label is missing a safety warning
The label for the integrated booster seat is missing a warning that death or serious injury can occur if child restraint instructions are not followed. Dealers will install a new label with the correct warning.
Official NHTSA recall text
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- EQUIPMENT:OTHER:LABELS
- Defect
- CERTAIN VEHICLES EQUIPPED WITH REAR INTEGRATED BOOSTER SEATS FAIL TO COMPLY WITH THE LABELING REQUIREMENTS OF FEDERAL MOTOR VEHICLE SAFETY STANDARD NO. 213, "CHILD RESTRAINT SYSTEMS." LABELS ON THE AFFECTED VEHICLES ARE MISSING WARNING INFORMATION INDICATING THAT 'DEATH OR SERIOUS INJURY CAN OCCUR' IF THE MANUFACTURER'S INSTRUCTIONS ARE NOT FOLLOWED WHEN USING CHILD RESTRAINT SYSTEMS.
- Consequence
- THIS STANDARD SPECIFIES REQUIREMENTS FOR CHILD RESTRAINT SYSTEMS USED IN MOTOR VEHICLES AND AIRCRAFT FOR THE PURPOSE OF REDUCING THE NUMBER OF CHILDREN KILLED OR INJURED IN MOTOR VEHICLE CRASHES AND IN AIRCRAFT.
- Remedy
- DEALERS WILL INSTALL A NEW LABEL WITH THE CORRECT WARNING INFORMATION. THE RECALL BEGAN ON FEBRUARY 20, 2008. OWNERS MAY CONTACT VOLVO AT 1-800-458-1552.
- Notes
- VOLVO RECALL NO. 189.CUSTOMERS MAY ALSO CONTACT THE NATIONAL HIGHWAY TRAFFIC SAFETY ADMINISTRATION'S VEHICLE SAFETY HOTLINE AT 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), OR GO TO HTTP://WWW.SAFERCAR.GOV.
Door pillar label may omit weight information
The label inside the right-hand door pillar may be missing weight information. A replacement label will be fitted.
Official DVSA recall text
- Component
- WEIGHT INFORMATION PRODUCT LABEL INCORRECTLY
- Defect
- It has been identified that the product label fitted to the inside of the right hand door pillar does not contain any weight information
- Remedy
- Affected vehicles will have a replacement label affixed.
Airbags may not deploy as intended
A software deviation in the supplementary restraint system may prevent the inflatable curtain and side impact protection system from deploying as intended. The system software will be updated.
Official DVSA recall text
- Component
- AIRBAGS MAY NOT DEPLOY AS INTENDED
- Defect
- It has been identified that due to a software deviation within the supplementary restraint system (SRS) the inflatable curtain and side impact protection system may not deploy as intended.
- Remedy
- Recalled vehicles will have the SRS software updated.
Fuel pressure sensor may send incorrect signals
Cracked solder joints may cause the sensor to send incorrect fuel pressure readings, leading to engine misfires, reduced power or an unexpected stall. Dealers will replace the sensor free of charge.
Official NHTSA recall text
- Component
- ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
- Defect
- ON CERTAIN PASSENGER VEHICLES, THE FUEL PRESSURE SENSOR LOCATED ON THE LEFT END OF THE FUEL RAIL MAY, AT TIMES, TRANSMIT INCORRECT SIGNAL REGARDING THE FUEL PRESSURE TO THE ENGINE CONTROL MODULE. IF THE SIGNAL IS OUTSIDE OF THE PRE-PROGRAMMED ALLOWABLE LIMITS, A DIAGNOSTIC TROUBLE CODE MAY BE SET AND THE CHECK ENGINE LIGHT WILL COME ON. THE SOLDERED JOINTS ON THE CIRCUIT BOARD OF THE FUEL PRESSURE SENSOR MAY CRACK DUE TO TEMPERATURE CHANGES AND EXCESSIVE VIBRATIONS.
- Consequence
- MISFIRE MAY OCCUR DURING DRIVING THAT, IN TURN, WILL REDUCE THE ENGINE TORQUE AND IN THE WORST CASE SCENARIO, THE ENGINE MAY STALL WITHOUT WARNING. IN CERTAIN TRAFFIC SITUATIONS THIS COULD CAUSE AN UNSAFE SITUATION AND POSSIBLY A CRASH.
- Remedy
- DEALERS WILL REPLACE THE FUEL PRESSURE SENSOR FREE OF CHARGE. THE RECALL BEGAN ON JUNE 29, 2007. OWNERS MAY CONTACT VOLVO AT 1-800-458-1552.
- Notes
- VOLVO RECALL NO.R181.CUSTOMERS MAY CONTACT THE NATIONAL HIGHWAY TRAFFIC SAFETY ADMINISTRATION?S VEHICLE SAFETY HOTLINE AT 1-888-327-4236 (TTY: 1-800-424-9153); OR GO TO HTTP://WWW.SAFERCAR.GOV.
Cooling fan control unit corrosion may cause a fire
Corrosion on the cooling fan control unit cover may let water enter and cause an electrical fault or, in extreme cases, an engine compartment fire. An improved fan assembly will be fitted.
Official DVSA recall text
- Component
- FIRE MAY OCCUR
- Defect
- The electric cooling fan control unit's metal cover may not have the correct corrosion protection. Should corrosion occur water may enter the control unit causing an electrical malfunction and in extreme cases cause a fire in the engine compartment.
- Remedy
- Recall the vehicles that are likely to be affected to fit an improved fan assembly.
Throttle issues may trigger limp home mode
Throttle sensor irregularities, a dirty throttle housing or software calibration may trigger a warning light and cause the vehicle to enter limp home mode unnecessarily. Dealers will install a software update.
Official NHTSA recall text
- Component
- VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL
- Defect
- ON CERTAIN PASSENGER VEHICLES, A COMBINATION OF THROTTLE POSITIONING SENSOR IRREGULARITIES, A DIRTY THROTTLE HOUSING, AND/OR INEFFICIENT SOFTWARE CALIBRATION MAY CAUSE A WARNING LAMP TO LIGHT AND THE SUBSEQUENT ONSET OF LIMP HOME MODES.
- Consequence
- THIS RESULTED IN A HIGH NUMBER OF VEHICLES GOING INTO THE LIMP HOME MODE WITHOUT NEED.
- Remedy
- DEALERS WILL INSTALL THE CURRENT SOFTWARE UPGRADE ONTO THE INVOLVED VEHICLES. THE RECALL BEGAN ON DECEMBER 29, 2006. OWNERS MAY CONTACT VOLVO AT 1-800-458-1552.
- Notes
- VOLVO RECALL NO. R155. CUSTOMERS MAY ALSO CONTACT THE NATIONAL HIGHWAY TRAFFIC SAFETY ADMINISTRATION'S VEHICLE SAFETY HOTLINE AT 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), OR GO TO HTTP://WWW.SAFERCAR.GOV.
Tire and loading label has incorrect information
The tire and loading label gives incorrect information, which could lead to improper loading or tire inflation and cause a tire failure, increasing crash risk. Correct labels will be mailed free of charge.
Official NHTSA recall text
- Component
- EQUIPMENT:OTHER:LABELS
- Defect
- CERTAIN VEHICLES FAIL TO CONFORM TO THE REQUIREMENTS OF FEDERAL MOTOR VEHICLE SAFETY STANDARD NO. 110, "TIRE SELECTION AND RIMS." THE LABEL DENOTING THE TIRE AND LOADING PRESSURE INFORMATION IS INCORRECT.
- Consequence
- A MISPRINTED LABEL WOULD LEAD TO IMPROPER VEHICLE LOADING SPECIFICATIONS OR TIRE INFLATION WHICH COULD RESULT IN A TIRE FAILURE, INCREASING THE RISK OF A CRASH.
- Remedy
- DEALERS WILL MAIL THE CORRECT LABELS FREE OF CHARGE. THE RECALL BEGAN ON DECEMBER 18, 2006. OWNERS MAY CONTACT VOLVO AT 1-800-458-1552.
- Notes
- VOLVO RECALL NO. 161.CUSTOMERS MAY ALSO CONTACT THE NATIONAL HIGHWAY TRAFFIC SAFETY ADMINISTRATION'S VEHICLE SAFETY HOTLINE AT 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), OR GO TO HTTP://WWW.SAFERCAR.GOV.
Electric cooling fan may overheat
In certain climatic conditions, the electric cooling fan may overheat and, in extreme cases, cause a fire in the engine bay. The cooling fan assembly will be replaced.
Official DVSA recall text
- Component
- ELECTRIC COOLING FAN MAY OVERHEAT
- Defect
- Volvo have identified that due to certain climatic conditions the electric cooling fan may overheat and in extreme cases cause a fire within the engine bay.
- Remedy
- Recalled vehicles will have the cooling fan assembly replaced.
Headlight switch may stop working
The headlight switch may stop functioning, causing intermittent or no headlights and reducing visibility. Dealers will replace an original switch; other switches will be inspected and replaced if damaged.
Official NHTSA recall text
- Component
- EXTERIOR LIGHTING:HEADLIGHTS:SWITCH
- Defect
- ON CERTAIN PASSENGER AND SPORT UTILITY VEHICLES, OVER AN EXTENDED PERIOD OF TIME, THE HEADLIGHT SWITCH MAY CEASE TO FUNCTION.
- Consequence
- THE HEAD LIGHTS MAY NOT OPERATE PROPERLY WHICH COULD RESULT IN INTERMITTENT OR NO HEADLIGHT FUNCTION. THIS COULD IMPAIR A DRIVER'S VISIBILITY, INCREASING THE RISK OF A CRASH.
- Remedy
- ON VEHICLES WITH AN ORIGINAL OEM SWITCH, DEALERS WILL REPLACE THE HEADLIGHT SWITCH. ALL OTHER VEHICLES WILL BE INSPECTED TO DETERMINE IF THE SWITCH HAS EEN DAMAGED AND REPLACE ONLY IF NECESSARY. THE RECALL BEGAN ON JANUARY 24, 2005. OWNERS SHOULD CONTACT VOLVO AT 1-800-458-1552.
- Notes
- VOLVO RECALL NO. 142.CUSTOMERS CAN ALSO CONTACT THE NATIONAL HIGHWAY TRAFFIC SAFETY ADMINISTRATION'S AUTO SAFETY HOTLINE AT 1-888-DASH-2-DOT (1-888-327-4236).
Cooling fan may overheat
The electric cooling fan may overheat, causing heat damage and, in rare cases, an engine compartment fire. Dealers will replace the cooling fan.
Official NHTSA recall text
- Component
- ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:COOLING SYSTEM:FAN
- Defect
- ON CERTAIN PASSENGER AND SPORT UTILITY VEHICLES, UNDER CERTAIN OPERATING CONDITIONS, SOME ELECTRIC COOLING FANS MAY OVERHEAT POTENTIALLY CAUSING HEAT DAMAGE AND, IN RARE INSTANCES, A FIRE IN THE ENGINE COMPARTMENT.
- Consequence
- A FIRE IN THE ENGINE COMPARTMENT COULD OCCUR.
- Remedy
- DEALERS WILL REPLACE THE COOLING FAN. THE RECALL BEGAN ON NOVEMBER 29, 2004. CUSTOMERS SHOULD CONTACT VOLVO CARS AT 1-800-458-1552.
- Notes
- VOLVO RECALL NO. 141.CUSTOMERS CAN ALSO CONTACT THE NATIONAL HIGHWAY TRAFFIC SAFETY ADMINISTRATION'S AUTO SAFETY HOTLINE AT 1-888-DASH-2-DOT (1-888-327-4236).
Rear brake light relays may fail or stay on
The rear brake lights may fail to illuminate when the brake pedal is pressed or may stay on continuously. If they fail, following drivers may not see the vehicle decelerating, which could cause a crash. Dealers will replace the relay with two modified relays.
Official NHTSA recall text
- Component
- EXTERIOR LIGHTING:BRAKE LIGHTS
- Defect
- ON CERTAIN SPORT UTILITY VEHICLES, THE REAR LEFT AND RIGHT BRAKE LIGHT RELAYS MAY NOT FUNCTION WHEN THE BRAKE PEDAL IS DEPRESSED OR MAY STAY ON CONTINUOUSLY. THE HIGH POSITIONED BRAKE LIGHT AND ALL OTHER TAIL LIGHTS WILL NOT BE AFFECTED.
- Consequence
- IF THE BRAKE LIGHTS FAIL TO COME ON, THERE WILL BE NO LOWER BRAKE LIGHTS TO INDICATE TO FOLLOWING VEHICLES THAT THE VEHICLE IS DECELERATING, WHICH COULD RESULT IN A CRASH.
- Remedy
- DEALERS WILL REPLACE THE BRAKE LIGHT RELAY WITH TWO RELAYS OF A MODIFIED DESIGN. OWNER NOTIFICATION BEGAN ON FEBRUARY 23, 2004. OWNERS SHOULD CONTACT VOLVO AT 1-800-458-1552.
- Notes
- VOLVO RECALL NO. R131.CUSTOMERS CAN ALSO CONTACT THE NATIONAL HIGHWAY TRAFFIC SAFETY ADMINISTRATION'S AUTO SAFETY HOTLINE AT 1-888-DASH-2-DOT (1-888-327-4236).
Front suspension ball joint nut may loosen
The nut securing a front suspension ball joint may lose tension, which could affect directional control. A modified securing nut will be fitted.
Official DVSA recall text
- Component
- POSSIBLE SUSPENSION COLLAPSE
- Defect
- The nut securing the front suspension strut lower ball joint to the control arm may loose its axial tension due to an out tolerance condition. This could adversely affect the directional control of the vehicle.
- Remedy
- Fit a modified ball joint to control arm securing nut.
Front control arm fastener may loosen
The stud and nut securing a front control arm to the spindle may lose tension, making steering less responsive and causing steering wheel play. The arm could eventually separate from the spindle and cause a crash. Dealers will install a new type of nut.
Official NHTSA recall text
- Component
- STEERING:LINKAGES
- Defect
- ON CERTAIN PASSENGER VEHICLES, THE FRONT CONTROL ARMS MAY NOT HAVE BEEN MANUFACTURED CORRECTLY AND, AS A RESULT, THE STUD AND NUT THAT SECURE THE ARM TO THE SPINDLE MAY LOSE THEIR INITIAL AXIAL TENSION. UNDER CERTAIN DRIVING CONDITIONS, THE STEERING MAY BECOME LESS RESPONSIVE AND THE DRIVER MAY EXPERIENCE STEERING WHEEL PLAY.
- Consequence
- THIS DRIVING CONDITION COULD EVENTUALLY LEAD TO SEPARATION BETWEEN THE FRONT CONTROL ARM AND THE SPINDLE, WHICH COULD RESULT IN A CRASH.
- Remedy
- DEALERS WILL INSTALL A NEW TYPE OF NUT. OWNER NOTIFICATION BEGAN ON FEBRUARY 16, 2004. OWNERS SHOULD CONTACT VOLVO CARS AT 1-800-458-1552.
- Notes
- VOLVO RECALL NO. R133.CUSTOMERS CAN ALSO CONTACT THE NATIONAL HIGHWAY TRAFFIC SAFETY ADMINISTRATION'S AUTO SAFETY HOTLINE AT 1-888-DASH-2-DOT (1-888-327-4236).
Fuel injector pipes may leak
Fuel injector pipes may be fitted incorrectly and leak. The pipes will be checked and any incorrectly fitted ones replaced.
Official DVSA recall text
- Component
- POSSIBLE FUEL LEAK FROM INJECTOR PIPES.
- Defect
- The fuel injector pipes may not have been fitted correctly and as a consequence could leak.
- Remedy
- Examine all potentially affected vehicles and replace any incorrectly fitted injector pipes.
Fuel return line may leak
A restriction in a fuel return line T-piece may cause pressure to build up and force the pipe off, leading to a fuel leak. The T-piece will be replaced with a quality assured type.
Official DVSA recall text
- Component
- POSSIBLE FUEL LEAK
- Defect
- There is a possibility of a restriction in a T - Piece in the fuel return line which could lead to a pressure build up which could blow the pipe off with resulting leakage of fuel.
- Remedy
- Recall affected vehicles and replace T - Piece with quality assured type.
Second child seat anchorage guide is missing
A second ISOFIX guide is missing, and in some cases the owner's manual has incorrect ISOFIX information. Owners will receive the guide and installation instructions, and a corrected manual in some cases. A dealer will install the guide at no charge if requested.
Official NHTSA recall text
- Component
- EQUIPMENT:OTHER:LABELS
- Defect
- CERTAIN PASSENGER CARS FAIL TO COMPLY WITH THE REQUIREMENTS OF FEDERAL MOTOR VEHICLE SAFETY STANDARD NO. 225, "CHILD RESTRAINT ANCHORAGE SYSTEMS." THE SECOND ISOFIX GUIDE WAS NOT INSTALLED IN THESE VEHICLES AND, IN CERTAIN CASES, THE OWNER'S MANUAL ISOFIX INFORMATION IS INCORRECT.
- Consequence
- THIS DOES NOT MEET THE REQUIREMENTS OF THE STANDARD.
- Remedy
- OWNERS WILL RECEIVE A LETTER/PACKAGE CONSISTING OF THE SECOND ISOFIX GUIDE WITH INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS, AND IN CERTAIN CASES, THE CORRECTED OWNER'S MANUAL MAY BE PROVIDED. IF THE OWNER WANTS TO TAKE THEIR VEHICLE TO A VOLVO DEALER FOR INSTALLATION OF THE GUIDE, IT WILL BE PERFORMED AT NO CHARGE TO THE OWNER. OWNER NOTIFICATION BEGAN ON DECEMBER 19, 2003. OWNERS SHOULD CONTACT VOLVO AT 1-800-458-1552.
- Notes
- VOLVO RECALL NO. 124.CUSTOMERS CAN ALSO CONTACT THE NATIONAL HIGHWAY TRAFFIC SAFETY ADMINISTRATION'S AUTO SAFETY HOTLINE AT 1-888-DASH-2-DOT (1-888-327-4236).
Detachable tow bar may come loose
The detachable tow bar may work loose under certain conditions and detach from the vehicle. The tow ball and housing will be replaced with a calibrated unit.
Official DVSA recall text
- Component
- DETACHABLE TOW BAR MAY WORK LOOSE
- Defect
- Under certain conditions the detachable tow bar may work loose resulting in the tow bar becoming detached from the vehicle.
- Remedy
- Replace the tow ball and housing with a calibrated unit.
Detachable towball may come loose
The towball may detach from its housing, separating the trailer from the towing vehicle. Towballs and housings will first be modified, then replaced with calibrated units later.
Official DVSA recall text
- Component
- DETACHABLE TOW BAR MAY WORK LOOSE
- Defect
- A combination of internal and external forces caused the towball to prematurelydetach itself from the towball housing resulting in separation of the trailer from the drawing unit.
- Remedy
- All towballs and housing will initially be modified and then replaced with calibrated units at a later date.
Powered child safety locks may not work
Faulty wiring in the rear doors may prevent the powered child safety locks from operating. The locks will be checked, and faulty power supply wiring will be replaced.
Official DVSA recall text
- Component
- CHILD SAFETY LOCK CONCERN
- Defect
- Possible faulty wiring harness in the rear doors may result in the powered child safety locks not operating.
- Remedy
- Recall affected vehicles check the child locks for effective and reliable operation and renew any faulty power supply wiring harness.
Rear seat belt fixing bolts may be loose
The rear outer seat belt fixing bolts may have been incorrectly tightened. They will be checked and tightened to the correct torque if necessary.
Official DVSA recall text
- Component
- REAR SEAT BELT ANCHORAGE CONCERN
- Defect
- Left and right hand rear outer seat belt bottom fixing bolts may have been incorrectly torqued.
- Remedy
- Recall affected vehicle check and tighten the seat belt fixing bolts to the correct torque where necessary.
Child restraint anchor bracket bolts may be loose
Bolts securing the right rear child restraint anchor bracket may be insufficiently tightened, leaving an ISOFIX restraint fitted there insecure. The bolts will be checked and tightened if necessary.
Official DVSA recall text
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- CHILD RESTRAINT ANCHOR BRACKET CONCERN
- Defect
- The bolts securing the child restraint anchor bracket to the rear floor at the right hand side may have been insufficiently tightened. If an ISOFIX type child restraint is fitted to this bracket it may be insecure.
- Remedy
- Recall affected vehicles check and tighten the anchor bracket bolts where necessary.
Child restraint bracket joint may be loose
The bolted joint attaching the child restraint installation bracket may not be tightened correctly. In a crash, an occupant may not be properly restrained, increasing injury risk. Dealers will inspect the anchorage bolts and tighten them to the correct torque.
Official NHTSA recall text
- Component
- SEAT BELTS:FRONT:ANCHORAGE
- Defect
- VEHICLE DESCRIPTION: WAGONS. THE BOLTED JOINT, USED FOR ATTACHING THE BRACKET THAT IS PART OF THE INSTALLATION HARDWARE FOR THE ISOFIX-TYPE CHILD RESTRAINT, MAY HAVE BEEN INCORRECTLY TIGHTENED.
- Consequence
- IN THE EVENT OF A CRASH, THE SEAT OCCUPANT MAY NOT BE PROPERLY RESTRAINED, INCREASING THE RISK OF INJURY.
- Remedy
- DEALERS WILL INSPECT THE ANCHORAGE BOLTS AND TIGHTEN TO THE CORRECT TORQUE LEVEL. OWNER NOTIFICATION BEGAN MAY 7, 2001. 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.
- Notes
- ALSO CONTACT THE NATIONAL HIGHWAY TRAFFIC SAFETY ADMINISTRATION'S AUTO SAFETY HOTLINE AT 1-888-DASH-2-DOT (1-888-327-4236).
Rear seat belt anchorage bolts may be loose
Rear outboard seat belt anchorage bolts may not be tightened correctly. In a crash, an occupant may not be properly restrained, increasing injury risk. Dealers will inspect the bolts and tighten them to the correct torque.
Official NHTSA recall text
- Component
- SEAT BELTS:FRONT:ANCHORAGE
- Defect
- VEHICLE DESCRIPTION: SEDANS AND WAGONS. THE REAR OUTBOARD SEAT BELT ANCHORAGE BOLTS MAY HAVE BEEN INCORRECTLY TIGHTENED.
- Consequence
- IN THE EVENT OF A CRASH, THE SEAT OCCUPANT MAY NOT BE PROPERLY RESTRAINED, INCREASING THE RISK OF INJURY.
- Remedy
- DEALERS WILL INSPECT THE ANCHORAGE BOLTS AND TIGHTEN TO THE CORRECT TORQUE LEVEL. OWNER NOTIFICATION BEGAN MAY 7, 2001. 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.
- Notes
- ALSO CONTACT THE NATIONAL HIGHWAY TRAFFIC SAFETY ADMINISTRATION'S AUTO SAFETY HOTLINE AT 1-888-DASH-2-DOT (1-888-327-4236).
Front turn signal may not work
Poor contact between a bulb and socket may prevent a front turn signal from working, failing to warn approaching drivers that the vehicle is turning and potentially causing a crash. Dealers will replace both front turn signal bulbs and sockets.
Official NHTSA recall text
- Component
- EXTERIOR LIGHTING:TURN SIGNAL
- Defect
- VEHICLE DESCRIPTION: PASSENGER VEHICLES. THERE COULD BE INADEQUATE CONTACT BETWEEN THE BULB AND SOCKET WHICH COULD CAUSE THE FRONT TURN SIGNAL NOT TO FUNCTION AS DESIGNED.
- Consequence
- THIS WOULD FAIL TO WARN AN APPROACHING DRIVER THAT THE VEHICLE IS TURNING AND COULD LEAD TO A CRASH.
- Remedy
- DEALERS WILL REPLACE THE LEFT AND RIGHT FRONT TURN SIGNAL BULB AND SOCKET.
- Notes
- OWNER NOTIFICATION BEGAN MARCH 19, 2001.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 1-800-283-0117. ALSO CONTACT THE NATIONAL HIGHWAY TRAFFIC SAFETY ADMINISTRATION'S AUTO SAFETY HOTLINE AT 1-888-DASH-2-DOT (1-888-327-4236).
Tailgate may not lock properly in cold weather
A fault in the tailgate locking mechanism, combined with cold temperatures, can prevent the tailgate from locking properly. Dealers will replace the locking mechanism; the remedy is free.
Official NHTSA recall text
- Component
- LATCHES/LOCKS/LINKAGES:TAILGATE:LATCH
- Defect
- ON CERTAIN STATION WAGONS, THE TAILGATE LOCKING MECHANISM MAY HAVE BEEN INCORRECTLY MANUFACTURED WHICH, IN COMBINATION WITH COLD TEMPERATURES, COULD CAUSE IMPROPER LOCKING OF THE TAILGATE.
- Consequence
- THE TAILGATE MAY NOT LOCK PROPERLY.
- Remedy
- DEALERS WILL REPLACE THE LOCKING MECHANISM FOR THE TAILGATE. OWNER NOTIFICATION BEGAN SEPTEMBER 25, 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.
- Notes
- VOLVO RECALL NO. 100.ALSO CONTACT THE NATIONAL HIGHWAY TRAFFIC SAFETY ADMINISTRATION'S AUTO SAFETY HOTLINE AT 1-888-DASH-2-DOT (1-888-327-4236).
Passenger airbag may deploy inadvertently
The passenger airbag may be sensitive to electrostatic discharge and deploy inadvertently. An additional grounding wire will be fitted to the electrical system.
Official DVSA recall text
- Component
- PASSENGER SIDE AIR BAG MAY INADVERTENTLY DEPLOY
- Defect
- Possibility that passenger side air bag may be sensitive to electrostatic discharge and may inadvertently deploy.
- Remedy
- Recall affected vehicles and fit an additional grounding wire to electrical system.
Passenger airbag may deploy inadvertently
The passenger frontal airbag may be overly sensitive to certain electrostatic discharge, possibly causing it to deploy inadvertently. Dealers will install an additional ground wire on the passenger side.
Official NHTSA recall text
- Component
- AIR BAGS:FRONTAL
- Defect
- VEHICLE DESCRIPTION: PASSENGER VEHICLES. THE FRONTAL PASSENGER AIR BAG MAY BE OVERLY SENSITIVE TO CERTAIN ELECTROSTATIC DISCHARGE.
- Consequence
- THIS COULD POSSIBLY CAUSE AN INADVERTENT DEPLOYMENT.
- Remedy
- DEALERS WILL INSTALL AN ADDITIONAL GROUND WIRE IN THE PASSENGER SIDE TO ASSURE SUFFICIENT GROUNDING.
- Notes
- OWNER NOTIFICATION BEGAN SEPTEMBER 15, 1999.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).
Headlight switch may operate inconsistently
The headlight switch may operate inconsistently over time, causing loss of visibility and increasing crash risk. Dealers will replace the switch.
Official NHTSA recall text
- Component
- EXTERIOR LIGHTING:HEADLIGHTS:SWITCH
- Defect
- VEHICLE DESCRIPTION: PASSENGER VEHICLES. OPERATION OF THE HEADLIGHT SWITCH, OVER AN EXTENDED PERIOD OF TIME, CAN RESULT IN INCONSISTENT OPERATION OF THE SWITCH.
- Consequence
- DRIVER'S COULD EXPERIENCE A LOSS OF VISIBILITY, INCREASING THE RISK OF A CRASH.
- Remedy
- DEALERS WILL REPLACE THE HEADLIGHT SWITCH.
- Notes
- OWNER NOTIFICATION BEGAN SEPTEMBER 15, 1999. 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).
Tailpipe may contact passengers exiting the third seat
Passengers exiting the third seat may contact the tailpipe and be injured. The remedy is to inspect the tailpipe length and repair it if necessary.
Official NHTSA recall text
- Component
- ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:EXHAUST SYSTEM:MANIFOLD/HEADER/MUFFLER/TAIL PIPE
- Defect
- VEHICLE DESCRIPTION: STATION WAGONS EQUIPPED WITH THIRD SEATS. USERS OF THE THIRD SEAT, WHEN EXITING THE VEHICLE, CAN COME IN CONTACT WITH THE TAILPIPE.
- Consequence
- CONTACT WITH THE TAILPIPE CAN RESULT IN PERSONAL INJURY.
- Remedy
- DEALERS WILL INSPECT THE LENGTH OF THE VEHICLE'S TAILPIPE AND, IF NECESSARY, REPAIR THE TAILPIPE.
- Notes
- OWNER NOTIFICATION BEGAN NOVEMBER 16, 1998. 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).
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.