2010 Volvo XC90 recalls

Defect: Volvo is recalling certain model year 2010-2011 xc90 vehicles manufactured from january 29, 2010, through august 16, 2010. the power steering fluid may leak from the oil pipe connection at the steering gear valve housing.

Why it matters: This condition could lead to a sudden loss of power steering, increasing the risk of a crash.

Dealers will replace the oil pipes on the power steering rack free of charge. the recall is scheduled to begin during june 2011. owners may contact volvo at 1-800-458-1552.

Owner notification: June 7, 2011 · Filing manufacturer: VOLVO CARS OF N.A. LLC.

Defect: Volvo is recalling certain vehicles equipped with garmin 760 portable global positioning system (gps) units because the batteries on those units may overheat.

Why it matters: An overheated battery could lead to a fire.

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.

Owner notification: November 18, 2010 · Filing manufacturer: VOLVO CARS OF N.A. LLC.

Defect: Volvo is recalling certain model year 2010 xc90 vehicles. a leak may develop in the fuel line between the line and a connector.

Why it matters: Fuel odor may be detected. a fuel leak in the presence of an ignition source can lead to a fire at the right front wheel.

Dealers will inspect the date code printed on the fuel line and replace the fuel pressure line if it falls within the recalled range free of charge. the recall began on april 23, 2010. owners may contact volvo at 1-800-458-1552.

Owner notification: April 23, 2010 · Filing manufacturer: VOLVO CARS OF N.A. LLC.