Category Archives: Volvo

News about Volvo automobile manufacturer. News about Volvo recalls, technical service bulletins (TSB), and problems regarding Volvo vehicles.

Volvo Seat Belt Safety Defect

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Volvo will be contacting the owners of certain 2016-2017 XC90, S90, XC60, V60 Cross Country, V60, S60 Cross Country, S60, and S60 Inscription vehicles regarding a problem affecting the front passenger seat belt. According to the defect report, the seat belt buckle was not punched correctly and could separate from the bracket. If the seat belt separates, the front seat passenger may not be adequately restrained in the event of a crash,

Dealers will inspect the front passenger seat belt buckle stud and place it as necessary. For more information about the problem, owners are asked to contact Volvo customer service at 1-800-458-1552. Volvo’s number for this recall is R89708 and the NHTSA campaign number is 16V-798.

2016-2017 Volvo S90 & XC90 Airbag Fault Warning Indication

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Volvo will be asking the owners of certain 2016-2017 S90 and XC90 vehicles to return to their dealerships to correct a problem affecting the air conditioning system. Due to an incorrect installation, condensation from the air conditioning drainage hose may leak into the passenger compartment. Drivers may notice some air conditioning functionality issues, and if the problem is not repaired, the moisture could affect the supplemental restraint and the engine management systems. Drivers will be alerted of a problem through various warning messages from the driver information module (DIM). Continue reading →

2016 Volvo XC90 Seat Belt Wiring Defect

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Volvo have announced a safety defect affecting the airbags in a small number of 2016 Volvo XC90 luxury crossover SUV’s. According to reports filed with the NHTSA, the electrical wiring for the front seat Side Impact Protection System (SIPS) may have been assembled incorrectly, increasing the risk of damage to the wiring insulation. If this happens, the Supplemental Restraint System (SRS) warning light will illuminate and the vehicle diagnostic system will alert the driver with a “SRS Airbag Service Urgent, Drive to workshop” warning. Continue reading →

Volvo Tire Pressure Monitoring Problem

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Volvo will be asking drivers of certain 2013 Volvo S80 sedans and 2013 Volvo XC70 station wagons to bring in their vehicles for a problem that could lead to premature wear of the tires. A software error within the Central Electronic Module (CEM) may cause the system to fail to warn the driver that the air in their tires is low. Driving on low tires can result in overloading and overheating and could lead to a blowout. Owners receiving a notification will be asked to bring in their vehicles to have the tire pressure monitoring system (TPMS) reprogrammed, free of charge. For more information about the problem, contact Volvo at 1-800-458-1552.

Volvo Transmission Control Problem

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Volvo has announced that they will be recalling certain 2011-2013 S80 sedans for a transmission software control problem. According to the recall report filed with the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA), a software error may prevent the transmission from downshifting properly, and could result in decreased engine RPMs and a possible engine stall. Volvo will be notifying owners starting in the middle of July, and owners can bring their vehicles to their local dealership and have the software for the transmission control module upgraded. For more information about the problem, contact Volvo cars at 1-800-458-1552.

Volvo S60 And XC60 Potential Fuel Leaks

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Volvo has announced a recall for certain 2012 S60 and 2012 XC60 vehicles because an an incorrect mixture and over application of under body coating could result in ridged, icicle like extrusions hanging from the vehicles undercarriage. These extrusions could penetrate the fuel line causing leaks that could increase the risk of fire. Dealers will inspect the vehicle undercarriage and remove any excessive under body coating in the fuel line area. I the inspection reveals that the fuel lines have been damaged, they will replace them free of charge. Owners wanting more information about the problem can contact the Volvo customer care center at 1-800-458-1552.