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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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  • 20 Jun 2008VOLVO CAR V70Ref R/2008/089

    VEHICLE MAY LOSE POWER

    Defect

    It has been identified that due to a problem within the engine ECU (flexi-fuel engines only) the engine torque may be reduced with the attendant possibility that limp home mode may be activated.

    Remedy

    Recalled vehicles will have the engine ECU software upgraded.

    Vehicles affected
    5
  • 20 Jun 2008VOLVO CAR S80Ref R/2008/089

    VEHICLE MAY LOSE POWER

    Defect

    It has been identified that due to a problem within the engine ECU (flexi-fuel engines only) the engine torque may be reduced with the attendant possibility that limp home mode may be activated.

    Remedy

    Recalled vehicles will have the engine ECU software upgraded.

    Vehicles affected
    5
  • 20 May 2008VOLVO TRUCKS FHRef R/2008/081

    ADR SIGN MAY NOT COMPLY WITH FIRE RETARDENT REQUIREMENTS

    Defect

    The ADR sign is fitted to the front grille in a way which will prevent it from resisting high temperatures and as such it will not comply with the ADR legal requirements

    Remedy

    Recall affected vehicles and introduce a steel wire between the ADR sign and grille so that it will resist heat for 15 minutes.

    Vehicles affected
    277
    OEM ref
    c0995
  • 20 May 2008VOLVO TRUCKS FMRef R/2008/081

    ADR SIGN MAY NOT COMPLY WITH FIRE RETARDENT REQUIREMENTS

    Defect

    The ADR sign is fitted to the front grille in a way which will prevent it from resisting high temperatures and as such it will not comply with the ADR legal requirements

    Remedy

    Recall affected vehicles and introduce a steel wire between the ADR sign and grille so that it will resist heat for 15 minutes.

    Vehicles affected
    277
    OEM ref
    c0995
  • 08 May 2008VOLVO CAR XC90Ref R/2008/074

    VEHICLE MAY STALL

    Defect

    It has been identified that; on assembly of the engine mounting bracket incorrect screws may have been used. This can result in breakage of the bracket which can lead to heavy engine vibrations/noise and reduced engine power or stalling due to the limp home mode being activated.

    Remedy

    Recalled vehicles will the engine mounting bracket screws replaced.

    Vehicles affected
    13
    OEM ref
    R28041
  • 08 May 2008VOLVO CAR S80Ref R/2008/074

    VEHICLE MAY STALL

    Defect

    It has been identified that; on assembly of the engine mounting bracket incorrect screws may have been used. This can result in breakage of the bracket which can lead to heavy engine vibrations/noise and reduced engine power or stalling due to the limp home mode being activated.

    Remedy

    Recalled vehicles will the engine mounting bracket screws replaced.

    Vehicles affected
    13
    OEM ref
    R28041
  • 07 May 2008VOLVO CAR V70Ref R/2008/075

    SIDE AIRBAG MAY NOT WORK AS INTENDED

    Defect

    It has been identified that the subject vehicles may have a software error within the side impact protection system (SIPS) As a result the inflatable side curtains may not operate as intended.

    Remedy

    Recalled vehicles will have the SIPS system ECU software upgraded.

    Vehicles affected
    4,875
    OEM ref
    R88029
  • 07 May 2008VOLVO CAR XC70Ref R/2008/075

    SIDE AIRBAG MAY NOT WORK AS INTENDED

    Defect

    It has been identified that the subject vehicles may have a software error within the side impact protection system (SIPS) As a result the inflatable side curtains may not operate as intended.

    Remedy

    Recalled vehicles will have the SIPS system ECU software upgraded.

    Vehicles affected
    4,875
    OEM ref
    R88029
  • 25 Apr 2008VOLVO CAR C30Ref R/2008/066

    REAR WHEELS MAY LOOSEN

    Defect

    It has been identified that on the subject vehicles the rear wheel studs may be of an incorrect size. This in rare cases may during particular forms of low speed manoeuvring result in the wheel becoming loose.

    Remedy

    Recalled vehicles will have the rear wheel studs inspected and changed to a modified type as necessary.

    Vehicles affected
    260
    OEM ref
    R78027
  • 25 Apr 2008VOLVO CAR V70Ref R/2008/065

    ROOF RAIL BOLTS MAY NOT BE TO SPECIFICATION

    Defect

    It is possible that the security of the roof rack might be compromised due to incorrect mounting bolts being fitted.

    Remedy

    Recall the vehicles that are likely to be affected to replace the roof rack mounting bolts.

    Vehicles affected
    784
  • 25 Apr 2008VOLVO CAR V50Ref R/2008/066

    REAR WHEELS MAY LOOSEN

    Defect

    It has been identified that on the subject vehicles the rear wheel studs may be of an incorrect size. This in rare cases may during particular forms of low speed manoeuvring result in the wheel becoming loose.

    Remedy

    Recalled vehicles will have the rear wheel studs inspected and changed to a modified type as necessary.

    Vehicles affected
    260
    OEM ref
    R78027
  • 25 Apr 2008VOLVO CAR S40Ref R/2008/066

    REAR WHEELS MAY LOOSEN

    Defect

    It has been identified that on the subject vehicles the rear wheel studs may be of an incorrect size. This in rare cases may during particular forms of low speed manoeuvring result in the wheel becoming loose.

    Remedy

    Recalled vehicles will have the rear wheel studs inspected and changed to a modified type as necessary.

    Vehicles affected
    260
    OEM ref
    R78027
  • 19 Mar 2008VOLVO CAR V70Ref R/2008/054

    SEAT BELT MAY NOT BEEN TORQUED CORRECTLY

    Defect

    One or more screws holding the outer rear seat belts may not have been torqued correctly. This could lead to the seat belt not being as affective as it could be in an accident.

    Remedy

    Recall the vehicles that are likely to be affected to re torque the mounting bolts.

    Vehicles affected
    7
  • 19 Mar 2008VOLVO CAR XC70Ref R/2008/054

    SEAT BELT MAY NOT BEEN TORQUED CORRECTLY

    Defect

    One or more screws holding the outer rear seat belts may not have been torqued correctly. This could lead to the seat belt not being as affective as it could be in an accident.

    Remedy

    Recall the vehicles that are likely to be affected to re torque the mounting bolts.

    Vehicles affected
    7
  • 18 Mar 2008VOLVO TRUCKS FL6Ref R/2008/032

    PRE-HEAT RELAY MAY STICK AND OVERHEAT

    Defect

    The pre-heat relay may become stuck in the closed position which could cause an over heating of the relay. If action is not taken to rectify this issue then there is the potential in extreme cases that the risk of fire could occur.

    Remedy

    Recall all affected vehicles and disconnect the relay.

    Vehicles affected
    6,130
    OEM ref
    C0916
  • 14 Mar 2008VOLVO TRUCKS FHRef R/2008/046

    SHORT CIRCUIT MAY OCCUR

    Defect

    It has been identified that the main switch can crack which can cause an electrical short circuit.

    Remedy

    Recalled vehicles will have initially had the subject switch disconnected. However an exchange switch has now been mae availagble to all customers who require it and will be fitted free of charge.

    Vehicles affected
    8,101
    OEM ref
    C0822
  • 14 Mar 2008VOLVO TRUCKS FMRef R/2008/046

    SHORT CIRCUIT MAY OCCUR

    Defect

    It has been identified that the main switch can crack which can cause an electrical short circuit.

    Remedy

    Recalled vehicles will have initially had the subject switch disconnected. However an exchange switch has now been mae availagble to all customers who require it and will be fitted free of charge.

    Vehicles affected
    8,101
    OEM ref
    C0822
  • 14 Mar 2008VOLVO TRUCKS FERef R/2008/046

    SHORT CIRCUIT MAY OCCUR

    Defect

    It has been identified that the main switch can crack which can cause an electrical short circuit.

    Remedy

    Recalled vehicles will have initially had the subject switch disconnected. However an exchange switch has now been mae availagble to all customers who require it and will be fitted free of charge.

    Vehicles affected
    8,101
    OEM ref
    C0822
  • 10 Mar 2008VOLVO TRUCKS FERef R/2008/048

    POSSIBLE TRAILER DETACHMENT

    Defect

    It has been identified that in adverse conditions the securing pin of the coupling release handle can become unfastened due to an oversize drilling. Loss of the pin can result in the coupling not being securely fastened.

    Remedy

    Operators will be sent a repair kit to secure the pin. In addition a work method advising as to the pre-driving checks that need to be carried out.

    Vehicles affected
    101
    OEM ref
    c1005
  • 10 Mar 2008VOLVO TRUCKS FHRef R/2008/048

    POSSIBLE TRAILER DETACHMENT

    Defect

    It has been identified that in adverse conditions the securing pin of the coupling release handle can become unfastened due to an oversize drilling. Loss of the pin can result in the coupling not being securely fastened.

    Remedy

    Operators will be sent a repair kit to secure the pin. In addition a work method advising as to the pre-driving checks that need to be carried out.

    Vehicles affected
    101
    OEM ref
    c1005
  • 10 Mar 2008VOLVO TRUCKS FMRef R/2008/048

    POSSIBLE TRAILER DETACHMENT

    Defect

    It has been identified that in adverse conditions the securing pin of the coupling release handle can become unfastened due to an oversize drilling. Loss of the pin can result in the coupling not being securely fastened.

    Remedy

    Operators will be sent a repair kit to secure the pin. In addition a work method advising as to the pre-driving checks that need to be carried out.

    Vehicles affected
    101
    OEM ref
    c1005
  • 05 Mar 2008VOLVO CAR S40Ref R/2008/040

    REDUCED BRAKING PERFORMANCE

    Defect

    It has been identified that internal leakage of the brake master cylinder could occur. Should this be the case the driver may experience reduced braking performance whilst applying and maintaining force on the brake pedal.

    Remedy

    Recalled vehicles will have the brake master cylinder inspected and possibly replaced. At the same time the brake fluid reservoir will be checked and the affected pipes cleansed.

    Vehicles affected
    2
  • 05 Mar 2008VOLVO CAR C70Ref R/2008/040

    REDUCED BRAKING PERFORMANCE

    Defect

    It has been identified that internal leakage of the brake master cylinder could occur. Should this be the case the driver may experience reduced braking performance whilst applying and maintaining force on the brake pedal.

    Remedy

    Recalled vehicles will have the brake master cylinder inspected and possibly replaced. At the same time the brake fluid reservoir will be checked and the affected pipes cleansed.

    Vehicles affected
    2
  • 05 Mar 2008VOLVO CAR V50Ref R/2008/040

    REDUCED BRAKING PERFORMANCE

    Defect

    It has been identified that internal leakage of the brake master cylinder could occur. Should this be the case the driver may experience reduced braking performance whilst applying and maintaining force on the brake pedal.

    Remedy

    Recalled vehicles will have the brake master cylinder inspected and possibly replaced. At the same time the brake fluid reservoir will be checked and the affected pipes cleansed.

    Vehicles affected
    2
  • 05 Mar 2008VOLVO CAR XC90Ref R/2008/039

    STEERING POWER ASSISTANCE MAY FAIL

    Defect

    It has been identified thatthe steering gear pressure hose may become damaged due to conflict with the engine cooling fan. Should the hose come into contact with the cooling fan there could be a sudden draining of the hydraulic oil from the system and loss of steering power assistance.

    Remedy

    Recalled vehicles will have the steering pressure hose secured to avoid possible engine cooling fan contact.

    Vehicles affected
    3,815

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