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Recall 15V-555

Volvo Cars of N.A., LLC recalled the 2016 Volvo S60 and 4 other models: Electrical system (wiring, fuses and circuit breakers).

At a glance

Campaign number
15V-555
Reported
September 2, 2015
Vehicles affected
7,855 estimated by the manufacturer

Source: NHTSA recall records

What is wrong

Volvo Cars of North America, LLC. (Volvo) is recalling certain model year 2016 Volvo S60, V60, V60CC, XC60, XC70, and S80 vehicles manufactured April 8, 2015 to August 19, 2015. In certain driving conditions when using the automatic engine stop/start function, the starter motor fuse may blow, preventing the car from restarting when necessary.

The risk

If the vehicle is unexpectedly unable to be started in the middle of traffic, such as when stopped at an intersection, there is an increased risk of a crash.

The fix

Volvo will notify owners, and dealers will replace the existing starter motor fuse with a higher amperage fuse, free of charge. The recall began on October 26, 2015. Owners may contact Volvo customer service at 1-[removed] or by visiting [link removed] Volvo's number for this recall is R39574.

Notes from the manufacturer

Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-[removed] (TTY 1-[removed]), or go to [link removed]

Affected vehicles