NHTSA Recall # | 138025 |
NHTSA Compaign # | 18V554000 |
MFG Compaign # | R59899 |
Manufacturer | Volvo Car USA LLC |
Supplier | VOLVO |
Brand | VOLVO |
Model | XC40 |
Model Year | 2019 |
Component | SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC:PEDALS AND LINKAGES |
Date of notification | 12/10/18 |
Begin date of manufacuring | 06/07/18 |
End date of manufacturing | 09/08/18 |
Type of recall | V |
Recall initiator | MFR |
Report received | 22/08/18 |
Report created | 27/08/18 |
Regulation part number | |
FMV safety standard number | |
Estimated number of affected units | 71 |
Defect summary | Volvo car usa llc (volvo) is recalling certain 2019 volvo xc40 vehicles. The brake pedals may not have been correctly riveted, allowing the pedal to move out of position, possibly reducing braking performance. |
Consequence summary | Reduced braking performance can increase the risk of a crash. |
Corrective action | Volvo has notified owners advising them to stop driving their vehicle. Cars will be inspected on-site or towed to dealers and the brake pedals will be replaced as necessary, free of charge. Volvo began contacting their owners on august 23, 2018. Owners may contact volvo customer service at 1-800-458-1552. Volvo's number for this recall is r59899. |
Recall notes | Owners may also contact the national highway traffic safety administration vehicle safety hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (tty 1-800-424-9153). |