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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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  • 03 Oct 2011VOLVO CAR S80Ref R/2011/135

    POSSIBILITY OF LOSS OF DRIVE

    Defect

    The auxiliary drive belt tensioner may fail. If the tensioner fails it would cause a loss of power steering assistance and possible loss of drive.

    Remedy

    Replace the auxiliary drive belt tensioner.

    Vehicles affected
    9,936
    OEM ref
    R29245
    Build start
    01 Jan 2009
    Build end
    31 Dec 2010
  • 03 Oct 2011VOLVO CAR V70Ref R/2011/135

    POSSIBILITY OF LOSS OF DRIVE

    Defect

    The auxiliary drive belt tensioner may fail. If the tensioner fails it would cause a loss of power steering assistance and possible loss of drive.

    Remedy

    Replace the auxiliary drive belt tensioner.

    Vehicles affected
    9,936
    OEM ref
    R29245
    Build start
    01 Jan 2009
    Build end
    31 Dec 2010
  • 03 Oct 2011VOLVO CAR XC60Ref R/2011/135

    POSSIBILITY OF LOSS OF DRIVE

    Defect

    The auxiliary drive belt tensioner may fail. If the tensioner fails it would cause a loss of power steering assistance and possible loss of drive.

    Remedy

    Replace the auxiliary drive belt tensioner.

    Vehicles affected
    9,936
    OEM ref
    R29245
    Build start
    01 Jan 2009
    Build end
    31 Dec 2010
  • 03 Oct 2011VOLVO CAR XC70Ref R/2011/135

    POSSIBILITY OF LOSS OF DRIVE

    Defect

    The auxiliary drive belt tensioner may fail. If the tensioner fails it would cause a loss of power steering assistance and possible loss of drive.

    Remedy

    Replace the auxiliary drive belt tensioner.

    Vehicles affected
    9,936
    OEM ref
    R29245
    Build start
    01 Jan 2009
    Build end
    31 Dec 2010
  • 07 Sept 2011VOLVO CAR S40Ref R/2011/127

    CLUTCH PEDAL MECHANISM MAY FAIL

    Defect

    The rod connecting the clutch master cylinder and the clutch pedal may break. It may not be possible to disengage the clutch. In worst cases this may happen suddenly with no warning to the driver. If this happens bring the car to a safe stop using the engine and switch off the ignition.

    Remedy

    Replace clutch master cylinder with a new metal push rod in-place of the plastic one.

    Vehicles affected
    35,587
    OEM ref
    R49221
  • 07 Sept 2011VOLVO CAR V50Ref R/2011/127

    CLUTCH PEDAL MECHANISM MAY FAIL

    Defect

    The rod connecting the clutch master cylinder and the clutch pedal may break. It may not be possible to disengage the clutch. In worst cases this may happen suddenly with no warning to the driver. If this happens bring the car to a safe stop using the engine and switch off the ignition.

    Remedy

    Replace clutch master cylinder with a new metal push rod in-place of the plastic one.

    Vehicles affected
    35,587
    OEM ref
    R49221
  • 07 Sept 2011VOLVO CAR C30Ref R/2011/127

    CLUTCH PEDAL MECHANISM MAY FAIL

    Defect

    The rod connecting the clutch master cylinder and the clutch pedal may break. It may not be possible to disengage the clutch. In worst cases this may happen suddenly with no warning to the driver. If this happens bring the car to a safe stop using the engine and switch off the ignition.

    Remedy

    Replace clutch master cylinder with a new metal push rod in-place of the plastic one.

    Vehicles affected
    35,587
    OEM ref
    R49221
  • 07 Sept 2011VOLVO CAR C70Ref R/2011/127

    CLUTCH PEDAL MECHANISM MAY FAIL

    Defect

    The rod connecting the clutch master cylinder and the clutch pedal may break. It may not be possible to disengage the clutch. In worst cases this may happen suddenly with no warning to the driver. If this happens bring the car to a safe stop using the engine and switch off the ignition.

    Remedy

    Replace clutch master cylinder with a new metal push rod in-place of the plastic one.

    Vehicles affected
    35,587
    OEM ref
    R49221
  • 26 Jul 2011VOLVO CAR S80Ref R/2011/097

    FIRE MAY OCCUR

    Defect

    The power steering return line may fail and cause a sudden loss of steering assistance (more input will be required by the driver to steer the vehicle) loss of power steering fluid and although unlikely there is a potential for a fire to occur.

    Remedy

    Recall the vehicles that are likely to be affected to replace the fluid reservoir return hose and cooling coil.

    Vehicles affected
    82
    OEM ref
    R89240
  • 20 Jul 2011VOLVO CAR S80Ref R/2011/094

    LOSS OF POWER STEERING FLUID

    Defect

    It is possible that the upper power steering return line may become detached which will result in the loss of power steering fluid. This will result in fluid leaking onto the road surface leaking into the engine bay and the driver experiencing heavy steering.

    Remedy

    Recall the affected vehicles for the replacement of the power steering return line.

    Vehicles affected
    213
    OEM ref
    R69238
  • 20 Jul 2011VOLVO CAR V70Ref R/2011/094

    LOSS OF POWER STEERING FLUID

    Defect

    It is possible that the upper power steering return line may become detached which will result in the loss of power steering fluid. This will result in fluid leaking onto the road surface leaking into the engine bay and the driver experiencing heavy steering.

    Remedy

    Recall the affected vehicles for the replacement of the power steering return line.

    Vehicles affected
    213
    OEM ref
    R69238
  • 20 Jul 2011VOLVO CAR S60Ref R/2011/094

    LOSS OF POWER STEERING FLUID

    Defect

    It is possible that the upper power steering return line may become detached which will result in the loss of power steering fluid. This will result in fluid leaking onto the road surface leaking into the engine bay and the driver experiencing heavy steering.

    Remedy

    Recall the affected vehicles for the replacement of the power steering return line.

    Vehicles affected
    213
    OEM ref
    R69238
  • 20 Jul 2011VOLVO CAR V60Ref R/2011/094

    LOSS OF POWER STEERING FLUID

    Defect

    It is possible that the upper power steering return line may become detached which will result in the loss of power steering fluid. This will result in fluid leaking onto the road surface leaking into the engine bay and the driver experiencing heavy steering.

    Remedy

    Recall the affected vehicles for the replacement of the power steering return line.

    Vehicles affected
    213
    OEM ref
    R69238
  • 28 Jun 2011VOLVO CAR V50Ref R/2011/075

    BRAKES MAY NOT PERFORM AS EXPECTED

    Defect

    The cover on the top of the engine cover could chafe against the brake vacuum hose. If this occurs it may lead to a vacuum leak in the brake booster system and a gradual reduction of brake booster assistance. The will lead to the brake pedal becoming harder to push than normal and increased force would be required to stop the car.

    Remedy

    Inspect and replace the vacuum hose if necessary. The hose will also be fitted with a safety net to prevent chafing in the future.

    Vehicles affected
    18,989
  • 28 Jun 2011VOLVO CAR S40Ref R/2011/075

    BRAKES MAY NOT PERFORM AS EXPECTED

    Defect

    The cover on the top of the engine cover could chafe against the brake vacuum hose. If this occurs it may lead to a vacuum leak in the brake booster system and a gradual reduction of brake booster assistance. The will lead to the brake pedal becoming harder to push than normal and increased force would be required to stop the car.

    Remedy

    Inspect and replace the vacuum hose if necessary. The hose will also be fitted with a safety net to prevent chafing in the future.

    Vehicles affected
    18,989
  • 28 Jun 2011VOLVO CAR C30Ref R/2011/075

    BRAKES MAY NOT PERFORM AS EXPECTED

    Defect

    The cover on the top of the engine cover could chafe against the brake vacuum hose. If this occurs it may lead to a vacuum leak in the brake booster system and a gradual reduction of brake booster assistance. The will lead to the brake pedal becoming harder to push than normal and increased force would be required to stop the car.

    Remedy

    Inspect and replace the vacuum hose if necessary. The hose will also be fitted with a safety net to prevent chafing in the future.

    Vehicles affected
    18,989
  • 27 May 2011VOLVO CAR S60Ref R/2011/063

    ENGINE MAY STALL

    Defect

    It is possible that due to a software issue fuel may not be pumped from one side (passive side) of the fuel tank to the other side (active side). This can occur even if the fuel gauge is reading a quarter full. If fuel transfer is not possible it may cause the engine to stall.

    Remedy

    In the first instance drivers are requested to keep their vehicle's fuel tanks above half full. Then all affected vehicles will be recalled for the upgrade of the software.

    Vehicles affected
    1
    OEM ref
    R29229
  • 16 May 2011VOLVO CAR XC90Ref R/2011/059

    POWER STEERING ASSISTANCE COULD BE LOST AND FLUID MAY LEAK

    Defect

    A leak may occur from the internal pipes of the steering gear. In most cases the leak will be gradual and will drain the power steering oil generating noise and a slow decrease in the power steering assistance. In the worst case there could be a complete loss of power steering fluid and steering assistance without any warning to the driver.

    Remedy

    Recall the vehicles that are likely to be affected to replace the internal pipe set.

    Vehicles affected
    4,992
    OEM ref
    R69217
  • 05 May 2011VOLVO CAR V70Ref R/2011/053

    LOSS OF POWER ASSISTED STEERING AND ENGINE MAY STALL.

    Defect

    It is possible that water can enter the electric hydraulic power assisted steering pump. This can affect the operation of the pump. The driver will receive warning in the form of warning messages and illumination of warning lights on the dashboard. However the power assistance for the steering can failure but in extreme circumstances the engine can unexpectedly stall.

    Remedy

    Recall all affected vehicles and replace the power assisted steering pump.

    Vehicles affected
    190
    OEM ref
    R69203
  • 05 May 2011VOLVO CAR S80Ref R/2011/053

    LOSS OF POWER ASSISTED STEERING AND ENGINE MAY STALL.

    Defect

    It is possible that water can enter the electric hydraulic power assisted steering pump. This can affect the operation of the pump. The driver will receive warning in the form of warning messages and illumination of warning lights on the dashboard. However the power assistance for the steering can failure but in extreme circumstances the engine can unexpectedly stall.

    Remedy

    Recall all affected vehicles and replace the power assisted steering pump.

    Vehicles affected
    190
    OEM ref
    R69203
  • 04 May 2011VOLVO CAR S60Ref R/2011/056

    ENGINE MAY STALL

    Defect

    Vehicles may have an incorrectly manufactured fuel supply line which could lead to fuel leakage. In worst cases the fuel line could become detached and the engine would stall without warning to the driver.

    Remedy

    Replace fuel supply line.

    Vehicles affected
    1
    OEM ref
    R29218
  • 31 Mar 2011VOLVO TRUCKS FERef R/2011/035

    POSSIBLE LOSS OF DIRECTIONAL CONTROL

    Defect

    The material of the steering arm bolts may not be to specification. As a result the bolts could crack and if not rectified the bolts could eventually fail totally causing loss of directional control.

    Remedy

    Recall the vehicles that are likely to be affected to replace the steering arm bolts.

    Vehicles affected
    318
    OEM ref
    C1768
  • 31 Mar 2011VOLVO TRUCKS FHRef R/2011/034

    POSSIBLE LOSS OF DIRECTIONAL CONTROL

    Defect

    The material of the steering arm bolts may not be to specification. As a result the bolts could crack and if not rectified the bolts could eventually fail totally causing loss of directional control.

    Remedy

    Recall the vehicles that are likely to be affected to replace the steering arm bolts.

    Vehicles affected
    294
    OEM ref
    C1750
  • 31 Mar 2011VOLVO TRUCKS FMRef R/2011/034

    POSSIBLE LOSS OF DIRECTIONAL CONTROL

    Defect

    The material of the steering arm bolts may not be to specification. As a result the bolts could crack and if not rectified the bolts could eventually fail totally causing loss of directional control.

    Remedy

    Recall the vehicles that are likely to be affected to replace the steering arm bolts.

    Vehicles affected
    294
    OEM ref
    C1750
  • 31 Mar 2011VOLVO TRUCKS FMRef R/2011/035

    POSSIBLE LOSS OF DIRECTIONAL CONTROL

    Defect

    The material of the steering arm bolts may not be to specification. As a result the bolts could crack and if not rectified the bolts could eventually fail totally causing loss of directional control.

    Remedy

    Recall the vehicles that are likely to be affected to replace the steering arm bolts.

    Vehicles affected
    318
    OEM ref
    C1768

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