Recalls


CampaignManufacturerManufacturing dateType# of units affectedDate Owner notified MfgRecall Initiated byManufacturers of recalled vehicles/productsReport Recieved DateRecord Creation DateRegulation Part NumberFMVSS Number
FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE - DELIVERY - FUEL PUMP
11V303000VOLVO CARS OF N.A. LLC.from 11/18/2010 to 05/05/2011V (Vehicle)755807/01/2011MFRVOLVO CARS OF N.A. LLC.06/01/201106/01/2011
Defect SummaryVolvo is recalling certain model year 2012 s60 passenger cars manufactured from november 18, 2010, through may 5, 2011. the software for the fuel pump units may not be compatible with all fuel pumps and components resulting in insufficient fuel transfer in the pump unit.
Consequence SummaryUnder certain driving conditions, there may be engine hesitation and possible engine stall even though the fuel gauge indicates up to 1/4 of the fuel is left in the tank. this condition increases the risk of a vehicle crash.
Corrective SummaryVolvo will notify owners and dealers will upgrade the engine control module software, free of charge. the safety recall began on july 1, 2011. owners may contact volvo at 1-201-768-7300.
NotesVolvo's recall campaign number is r243.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 http://www.safercar.gov .
FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE - DELIVERY - HOSES, LINES/PIPING, AND FITTINGS
11V311000VOLVO CARS OF N.A. LLC.from 01/18/2011 to 01/28/2011V (Vehicle)44806/24/2011MFRVOLVO CARS OF N.A. LLC.06/06/201106/08/2011
Defect SummaryVolvo is recalling certain model year 2012 s60 passenger cars manufactured from january 18, 2011, through january 28, 2011. the male part of the fuel line quick connector end shape was produced with dimensions out of specification, leading to excessive assembly force on the female connector assembly and the possibility that the locking function may not be engaged.
Consequence SummaryIf a vehicle exhibits this condition, the fuel line quick connector may detach and the engine may stall, increasing the risk of a crash. the customer may also notice a fuel smell and leakage. a fuel leak in the presence of an ignition source could result in a fire.
Corrective SummaryVolvo dealers will replace the fuel lines free of charge. the safety recall began on june 24, 2011. owners may contact volvo at 1-201-768-7300.
NotesVolvo safety recall no. r245.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 http://www.safercar.gov .