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The archive holds 15,570 DVLA vehicle safety recalls dating back to 1992. Filter by manufacturer, year, or keyword. To check whether a specific vehicle is affected by an outstanding recall, run a live VRM recall check for £1.99.

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  • 21 Dec 2015VOLVO CAR S60Ref R/2015/254

    FUEL GUAGE MAY NOT SHOW FUEL LEVEL CORRECTLY

    Defect

    Fuel gauge may not show correct level

    Remedy

    The remedy is not yet available for all models.. Until a remedy is available the manufacturer advises to maintain fuel level above approx one third.

    Vehicles affected
    2,743
    OEM ref
    R29623
    Build start
    21 Nov 2014
    Build end
    17 Apr 2015
  • 21 Dec 2015VOLVO CAR XC70Ref R/2015/254

    FUEL GUAGE MAY NOT SHOW FUEL LEVEL CORRECTLY

    Defect

    Fuel gauge may not show correct level

    Remedy

    The remedy is not yet available for all models.. Until a remedy is available the manufacturer advises to maintain fuel level above approx one third.

    Vehicles affected
    2,743
    OEM ref
    R29623
    Build start
    21 Nov 2014
    Build end
    17 Apr 2015
  • 21 Dec 2015VOLVO CAR V60Ref R/2015/254

    FUEL GUAGE MAY NOT SHOW FUEL LEVEL CORRECTLY

    Defect

    Fuel gauge may not show correct level

    Remedy

    The remedy is not yet available for all models.. Until a remedy is available the manufacturer advises to maintain fuel level above approx one third.

    Vehicles affected
    2,743
    OEM ref
    R29623
    Build start
    21 Nov 2014
    Build end
    17 Apr 2015
  • 21 Dec 2015VOLVO CAR V70Ref R/2015/254

    FUEL GUAGE MAY NOT SHOW FUEL LEVEL CORRECTLY

    Defect

    Fuel gauge may not show correct level

    Remedy

    The remedy is not yet available for all models.. Until a remedy is available the manufacturer advises to maintain fuel level above approx one third.

    Vehicles affected
    2,743
    OEM ref
    R29623
    Build start
    21 Nov 2014
    Build end
    17 Apr 2015
  • 21 Dec 2015VOLVO CAR XC60Ref R/2015/254

    FUEL GUAGE MAY NOT SHOW FUEL LEVEL CORRECTLY

    Defect

    Fuel gauge may not show correct level

    Remedy

    The remedy is not yet available for all models.. Until a remedy is available the manufacturer advises to maintain fuel level above approx one third.

    Vehicles affected
    2,743
    OEM ref
    R29623
    Build start
    21 Nov 2014
    Build end
    16 Apr 2015
  • 16 Dec 2015VOLVO CAR V60Ref R/2015/249

    FUEL GUAGE MAY NOT SHOW FUEL LEVEL CORRECTLY

    Defect

    Fuel gauge may not show correct level

    Remedy

    Dependent on affected Model update software. Until updated the manufacturer advises to maintain fuel level above approx one third.

    Vehicles affected
    5,354
    OEM ref
    R29627
    Build start
    21 May 2014
    Build end
    11 Dec 2015
  • 16 Dec 2015VOLVO CAR XC60Ref R/2015/249

    FUEL GUAGE MAY NOT SHOW FUEL LEVEL CORRECTLY

    Defect

    Fuel gauge may not show correct level

    Remedy

    Dependent on affected Model update software. Until updated the manufacturer advises to maintain fuel level above approx one third.

    Vehicles affected
    5,354
    OEM ref
    R29627
    Build start
    06 May 2014
    Build end
    11 Dec 2015
  • 16 Dec 2015VOLVO CAR XC70Ref R/2015/249

    FUEL GUAGE MAY NOT SHOW FUEL LEVEL CORRECTLY

    Defect

    Fuel gauge may not show correct level

    Remedy

    Dependent on affected Model update software. Until updated the manufacturer advises to maintain fuel level above approx one third.

    Vehicles affected
    5,354
    OEM ref
    R29627
    Build start
    24 Apr 2014
    Build end
    11 Dec 2015
  • 16 Dec 2015VOLVO CAR S60Ref R/2015/249

    FUEL GUAGE MAY NOT SHOW FUEL LEVEL CORRECTLY

    Defect

    Fuel gauge may not show correct level

    Remedy

    Dependent on affected Model update software. Until updated the manufacturer advises to maintain fuel level above approx one third.

    Vehicles affected
    5,354
    OEM ref
    R29627
    Build start
    31 Mar 2015
    Build end
    11 Dec 2015
  • 16 Dec 2015VOLVO CAR V70Ref R/2015/249

    FUEL GUAGE MAY NOT SHOW FUEL LEVEL CORRECTLY

    Defect

    Fuel gauge may not show correct level

    Remedy

    Dependent on affected Model update software. Until updated the manufacturer advises to maintain fuel level above approx one third.

    Vehicles affected
    5,354
    OEM ref
    R29627
    Build start
    24 Apr 2014
    Build end
    11 Dec 2015
  • 23 Nov 2015VOLVO TRUCKS FMRef R/2015/227

    OIL LEAK MAY OCCUR

    Defect

    It is possible for oil leaks to develop as a result of o-rings of incorrect specification being fitted to the oil pipes connected to the filter housing and cooling duct. If not rectified oil can leak onto the road surface and endanger other road users.

    Remedy

    Recall the vehicles that are likely to be affected and replace the o-rings with ones of the correct specification.

    Vehicles affected
    33
    OEM ref
    C3491
    Build start
    10 Aug 2015
    Build end
    28 Aug 2015
  • 17 Nov 2015VOLVO BUS B11Ref R/2015/223

    COLLISION AVOIDENCE WARNING LIGHT MAY NOT ILLUMINATE

    Defect

    Collision avoidance warning lamp may not illuminate

    Remedy

    Update system software on affected vehicles.

    Vehicles affected
    49
    OEM ref
    C6185
    Build start
    21 Apr 2015
    Build end
    20 Oct 2015
  • 17 Nov 2015VOLVO BUS B13RRef R/2015/223

    COLLISION AVOIDENCE WARNING LIGHT MAY NOT ILLUMINATE

    Defect

    Collision avoidance warning lamp may not illuminate

    Remedy

    Update system software on affected vehicles.

    Vehicles affected
    49
    OEM ref
    C6185
    Build start
    21 Apr 2015
    Build end
    20 Oct 2015
  • 17 Nov 2015VOLVO BUS B8Ref R/2015/223

    COLLISION AVOIDENCE WARNING LIGHT MAY NOT ILLUMINATE

    Defect

    Collision avoidance warning lamp may not illuminate

    Remedy

    Update system software on affected vehicles.

    Vehicles affected
    49
    OEM ref
    C6185
    Build start
    21 Apr 2015
    Build end
    20 Oct 2015
  • 16 Nov 2015VOLVO TRUCKS FLRef R/2015/224

    SEATBELT RETRACTOR MAY FAIL

    Defect

    Under excessive force to the belt the lock ring in the passenger seat belt retractor might break and the belt could become extendable. This will increase the risk of injury during a collision.

    Remedy

    Recall the vehicles that are likely to be affected to replace the passenger seat belt retractor and support.

    Vehicles affected
    11
    OEM ref
    C3456
    Build start
    01 Jan 2010
    Build end
    07 Dec 2014
  • 27 Oct 2015VOLVO CAR XC60Ref R/2015/205

    ENGINE MAY FAIL

    Defect

    Affected vehicles may have a crankshaft that has been insufficiently hardened which may fail and nay cause engine failure.

    Remedy

    Check identity of crankshaft. If the relevant marking is not present then replace engine.

    Vehicles affected
    9
    OEM ref
    R29578
    Build start
    28 Aug 2015
    Build end
    29 Sept 2015
  • 27 Oct 2015VOLVO CAR XC90Ref R/2015/205

    ENGINE MAY FAIL

    Defect

    Affected vehicles may have a crankshaft that has been insufficiently hardened which may fail and nay cause engine failure.

    Remedy

    Check identity of crankshaft. If the relevant marking is not present then replace engine.

    Vehicles affected
    9
    OEM ref
    R29578
    Build start
    26 Aug 2015
    Build end
    29 Sept 2015
  • 23 Oct 2015VOLVO CAR XC60Ref R/2015/204

    ENGINE MAY FAIL

    Defect

    The crankshaft may not have been sufficiently hardened and may fail this in turn can lead to sudden and catastrophic engine failure. The failure may be preceded by loss of power and a knocking noise.

    Remedy

    Recall the vehicles that are likely to be affected and replace the engine.

    Vehicles affected
    5
    OEM ref
    R29579
  • 23 Oct 2015VOLVO CAR V60Ref R/2015/204

    ENGINE MAY FAIL

    Defect

    The crankshaft may not have been sufficiently hardened and may fail this in turn can lead to sudden and catastrophic engine failure. The failure may be preceded by loss of power and a knocking noise.

    Remedy

    Recall the vehicles that are likely to be affected and replace the engine.

    Vehicles affected
    5
    OEM ref
    R29579
  • 23 Oct 2015VOLVO CAR V70Ref R/2015/204

    ENGINE MAY FAIL

    Defect

    The crankshaft may not have been sufficiently hardened and may fail this in turn can lead to sudden and catastrophic engine failure. The failure may be preceded by loss of power and a knocking noise.

    Remedy

    Recall the vehicles that are likely to be affected and replace the engine.

    Vehicles affected
    5
    OEM ref
    R29579
  • 23 Oct 2015VOLVO CAR V60CCRef R/2015/204

    ENGINE MAY FAIL

    Defect

    The crankshaft may not have been sufficiently hardened and may fail this in turn can lead to sudden and catastrophic engine failure. The failure may be preceded by loss of power and a knocking noise.

    Remedy

    Recall the vehicles that are likely to be affected and replace the engine.

    Vehicles affected
    5
    OEM ref
    R29579
  • 06 Oct 2015VOLVO BUS B seriesRef R/2015/214

    ENGINE START DISABLE FUNCTION MAY WORK INCORRECTLY

    Defect

    A software problem can lead to the rear start disable button working incorrectly and allow the engine to crank when it should not.

    Remedy

    Recall the vehicles that are likely to be affected and perform a software update.

    Vehicles affected
    1,127
    OEM ref
    C8977
    Build start
    18 Mar 2013
    Build end
    10 Sept 2015
  • 26 Aug 2015VOLVO CAR XC90Ref R/2015/174

    THIRD ROW PASSENGER AIRBAGS MAY FAIL TO DEPLOY AS INTENDED

    Defect

    Affected vehicles have interior panels that may prevent the inflatable curtain airbags from deploying as intended. This could reduce the level of protection offered to third row passengers in the event of an accident.

    Remedy

    Modify affected interior panels to allow the inflatable curtains to deploy as intended.

    Vehicles affected
    1,690
    OEM ref
    R89573
    Build start
    27 Jan 2015
    Build end
    10 Jul 2015
  • 05 Aug 2015VOLVO TRUCKS FHRef R/2015/167

    AXLE MAY BECOME INSECURE

    Defect

    The mounting screws for the steered axles may not have been tightened correctly at the factory. If the screws are not fully tight the screws may undo and in the very worst case scenario if warnings are not heeded lead to the axle/s becoming insecure with the attendent loss of directional control.

    Remedy

    Recall the vehicles that are likely to be affected to check torque of the axle screws. Where necessary the axle locating pin will be checked and new screws fitted. Additionally where necessary the suspension anchorage will be replaced.

    Vehicles affected
    44
    OEM ref
    C3418
    Build start
    30 Nov 2014
    Build end
    01 Jun 2015
  • 05 Aug 2015VOLVO TRUCKS FMRef R/2015/167

    AXLE MAY BECOME INSECURE

    Defect

    The mounting screws for the steered axles may not have been tightened correctly at the factory. If the screws are not fully tight the screws may undo and in the very worst case scenario if warnings are not heeded lead to the axle/s becoming insecure with the attendent loss of directional control.

    Remedy

    Recall the vehicles that are likely to be affected to check torque of the axle screws. Where necessary the axle locating pin will be checked and new screws fitted. Additionally where necessary the suspension anchorage will be replaced.

    Vehicles affected
    44
    OEM ref
    C3418
    Build start
    30 Nov 2014
    Build end
    01 Jun 2015

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