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Recall 10V-579

VOLVO CARS OF N.A. LLC. recalled the 2011 Volvo S60 and 3 other models: Engine and engine cooling.

At a glance

Campaign number
10V-579
Reported
November 17, 2010
Vehicles affected
6,046 estimated by the manufacturer

Source: NHTSA recall records

What is wrong

Volvo is recalling certain model year 2011, s80, s60, xc70 and xc60 vehicles. The software calibration for the fuel cut-off functionality in the engine control module (ECM) is too sensitive.

The risk

Sudden engine stall could occur increasing the risk of a crash.

The fix

Dealers will update the ECM and TCM with new software free of charge. The safety recall is expected to begin on or before december 10, 2010. Owners may contact volvo at 1-[removed] or at [removed]

Notes from the manufacturer

Volvo safety recall no. R234.owners may also contact the national highway traffic safety administration's vehicle safety hotline at 1-[removed] (tty 1-[removed]), or go to <a href=[link removed] .

Affected vehicles