Category Archives: Volvo

Volvo Vehicles Could Experience Fuel Leaks

Posted on March 21, 2012 by admin

Volvo will be recalling certain 2012 S60 and 2012 XC60 vehicles for an incorrect mixture and over application of the under body coating. This application problem could leave ridged icicle like extrusions that could penetrate the fuel lines, causing leaks. Dealers will inspect and remove any excessive coating in the fuel line areas and will replace any fuel lines found to be damaged. Owners wanting more information about the problem can contact the Volvo customer care center at 1-800-458-1552. Continue reading →

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Volvo Recalled For Wiring Problem

Posted on March 3, 2012 by admin

Volvo is recalling certain 2012 S60, S80, XC60, and XC70 vehicles for a wire harness that could become disconnected when the seats are adjusted. During an accident, the side impact airbags and the lap belt petitioner may not work properly leaving the occupants unprotected. Volvo will inspect and secure the harness as necessary. Owners wanting more information on the problem can contact Volvo at 1-800-458-1552.
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Volvo S80 Recalled For Steering

Posted on July 29, 2011 by admin

Volvo is recalling some 2007 S80 vehicles built between March 2006 to May 2007. Because of an incorrectly routed power steering reservoir return hose, the pressure may become so high in the system that the hose could burst. If the … Continue reading →

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Volvo Recalls 2012 S60 For Fuel Problems

Posted on June 13, 2011 by admin

Volvo has announced two recalls for certain 2012 S60 passenger cars for fuel system problems. The first recall involves certain vehicle built between November 2010 to May 2011 and involves fuel pump software issues that could lead to insufficient fuel … Continue reading →

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Volvo Recalls Vehicles For Software Flaw In ECM

Posted on November 30, 2010 by admin

The National Highway Transportation Safety Administration (NHTSA) has announced that Swedish automaker Volvo will be recalling over 6,000 2011 vehicles for a problem that could lead to stalling engines. According to the NHTSA, the fuel shut off functionality in the engine control module (ECM) is too sensitive. Under certain conditions, fuel may be cut off to the engine leading it to stall. Continue reading →

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Defective Airbag Recall Expands For Volvo

Posted on November 29, 2010 by admin

A recent airbag recall for Volvo’s 2011 XC60 has been expanded to include 2011 XC60 2010 V70 2010-2011 XC70 2010-2011 S80 According to reports filed with the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA), there may be an intermittent fault in … Continue reading →

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Volvo Recalls Vehicles Over Airbag Concerns

Posted on October 20, 2010 by admin

Volvo said that they will be recalling almost 10,000 vehicles over an intermittent problem that may lead to the driver’s airbag not deploying correctly. The recall will include: 2010-2011 S80 2010-2011 XC70 2010 V70 2011 XC60 Volvo said the fault … Continue reading →

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