01 / OFFICIAL CAMPAIGNS
2013 Volvo S80 recall campaigns
NHTSA 20V378000
- Component
- SEAT BELTS
- Report received
- June 30, 2020
- Potential units
- 308,260campaign-wide
Defect and consequence
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.
Why it matters: 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.
Owner notification: December 10, 2020 · Filing manufacturer: Volvo Car USA LLC
NHTSA 12V415000
- Component
- TIRES
- Report received
- August 28, 2012
- Potential units
- 286campaign-wide
Defect and consequence
Defect: Volvo is recalling certain model year 2013 S80 and XC70 vehicles. A software error within the Central Electronic Module (CEM) will result in the "TPMS Service Required" message appearing after approximately 15 minutes of accumulated driving over 25 mph. The error will prevent the Tire Pressure Monitoring System from warning the driver that a tire needs air. Thus, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard No. 138, "Tire Pressure Monitoring System.".
Why it matters: A malfunctioning TPMS cannot warn a driver that a tire is underinflated. Underinflated tires can result in tire overloading and overheating, which could lead to a blowout and possible crash.
Remedy
Volvo will notify owners and dealers will reprogram the vehicle's TPMS. This service will be performed free of charge. The safety recall began on October 12, 2012. Owners may contact Volvo at 1-800-458-1552.
Owner notification: October 12, 2012 · Filing manufacturer: Volvo Cars of N.A., LLC
NHTSA 12V317000
- Component
- POWER TRAIN
- Report received
- July 6, 2012
- Potential units
- 1,469campaign-wide
Defect and consequence
Defect: Volvo is recalling certain model year 2011-2013 s80 vehicles. a software error may prevent the transmission from downshifting such as shifting from fifth to fourth gear when coasting.
Why it matters: This may result in decreased engine rpms and possible engine stall, increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy
Volvo will notify owners, and dealers will upgrade the software to the transmission control module, free of charge. the safety recall began on august 10, 2012. owners may contact volvo cars at 1-800-458-1552.
Owner notification: August 10, 2012 · Filing manufacturer: VOLVO CARS OF N.A. LLC.
02 / COMPONENT BREADTH