NHTSA Recall # | 157491 |
NHTSA Compaign # | 19V308000 |
MFG Compaign # | R29936 |
Manufacturer | Volvo Car USA LLC |
Supplier | VOLVO |
Brand | VOLVO |
Model | XC90 |
Model Year | 2016 |
Component | ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:COOLING SYSTEM:HOSE |
Date of notification | 12/06/19 |
Begin date of manufacuring | 27/08/14 |
End date of manufacturing | 24/04/16 |
Type of recall | V |
Recall initiator | MFR |
Report received | 17/04/19 |
Report created | 18/04/19 |
Regulation part number | |
FMV safety standard number | |
Estimated number of affected units | 34006 |
Defect summary | Volvo cars of n. A., llc (volvo cars) is recalling certain 2016 xc90 vehicles. Exposure to heat and humidity may cause the engine coolant bleeder hose to crack, resulting in a coolant leak. |
Consequence summary | If the coolant leak goes unnoticed, coolant may accumulate in the catalytic converter heat shield insulation and catch fire when the vehicle is stationary, increasing the risk of injury. |
Corrective action | Volvo cars will notify owners, and dealers will replace the engine side coolant bleeder hose, free of charge. The recall began june 12, 2019. Owners may contact volvo customer service at 1-800-458-1552. Volvo's number for this recall is r29936. |
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). |