Volvo S80 2013
Model S80 made in 2013 by Volvo got 2 recalls as well as 3 service bulletins. Technical service bulletines regarding equipment and exterior lighting. There were some recalls concerningpower train and tires.
Model 2013
Recalls
Campaign | Manufacturer | Manufacturing date | Type | # of units affected | Date Owner notified Mfg | Recall Initiated by | Manufacturers of recalled vehicles/products | Report Recieved Date | Record Creation Date | Regulation Part Number | FMVSS Number | |||||
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POWER TRAIN - AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION - CONTROL MODULE (TCM, PCM) | ||||||||||||||||
12V317000 | VOLVO CARS OF N.A. LLC. | V (Vehicle) | 1469 | 08/10/2012 | MFR | Volvo Cars of N.A., LLC | 07/06/2012 | 07/06/2012 | ||||||||
Defect Summary | 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. | |||||||||||||||
Consequence Summary | This may result in decreased engine rpms and possible engine stall, increasing the risk of a crash. | |||||||||||||||
Corrective Summary | 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. | |||||||||||||||
Notes | The volvo recall campaign number is 255.customers may 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. | |||||||||||||||
TIRES - PRESSURE MONITORING AND REGULATING SYSTEMS | ||||||||||||||||
12V415000 | Volvo Cars of N.A., LLC | V (Vehicle) | 286 | 10/12/2012 | MFR | Volvo Cars of N.A., LLC | 08/28/2012 | 08/28/2012 | 571 | 138 | ||||||
Defect Summary | 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. | |||||||||||||||
Consequence Summary | 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. | |||||||||||||||
Corrective Summary | 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. | |||||||||||||||
Notes | Volvo's safety recall number is 256.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 www.safercar.gov. |
Bulletins
Bulletin | Bulletin date | Replacement Bulletin | Item no. | Summary | Added |
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EQUIPMENT - OTHER - OWNERS/SERVICE/OTHER MANUAL | |||||
TJ-27007 | 11/07/2012 | 10047940 | Volvo: in the icm, menu item is missing for turning off drl. model 2013 s80, s60, xc70, xc60. *pe | 12/10/2012 | |
EXTERIOR LIGHTING | |||||
TJ-27007 | 11/07/2012 | 10047940 | Volvo: in the icm, menu item is missing for turning off drl. model 2013 s80, s60, xc70, xc60. *pe | 12/10/2012 | |
SUSPENSION - REAR | |||||
TJ-25336 | 11/28/2012 | 10047942 | Volvo: unstable rear suspension, pull or drift due to incorrect wheel alignment or rear wheel camber angle or on uneven road would have clunking or knocking noise from rear suspension due front bushing, in rear longitudinal stay, failed. m | 12/10/2012 |