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


CampaignManufacturerManufacturing dateType# of units affectedDate Owner notified MfgRecall Initiated byManufacturers of recalled vehicles/productsReport Recieved DateRecord Creation DateRegulation Part NumberFMVSS Number
POWER TRAIN - AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION - CONTROL MODULE (TCM, PCM)
12V317000VOLVO CARS OF N.A. LLC. V (Vehicle)146908/10/2012MFRVolvo Cars of N.A., LLC07/06/201207/06/2012
Defect SummaryVolvo 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 SummaryThis may result in decreased engine rpms and possible engine stall, increasing the risk of a crash.
Corrective SummaryVolvo 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.
NotesThe 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
12V415000Volvo Cars of N.A., LLC V (Vehicle)28610/12/2012MFRVolvo Cars of N.A., LLC08/28/201208/28/2012571138
Defect SummaryVolvo 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 SummaryA 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 SummaryVolvo 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.
NotesVolvo'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


BulletinBulletin dateReplacement BulletinItem no.SummaryAdded
EQUIPMENT - OTHER - OWNERS/SERVICE/OTHER MANUAL
TJ-2700711/07/201210047940Volvo: in the icm, menu item is missing for turning off drl. model 2013 s80, s60, xc70, xc60. *pe12/10/2012
EXTERIOR LIGHTING
TJ-2700711/07/201210047940Volvo: in the icm, menu item is missing for turning off drl. model 2013 s80, s60, xc70, xc60. *pe12/10/2012
SUSPENSION - REAR
TJ-2533611/28/201210047942Volvo: 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. m12/10/2012