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Recall 18V-535

Volvo Car USA LLC recalled the 2019 Volvo XC40: Seats (mid/rear assembly).

At a glance

Campaign number
18V-535
Reported
August 15, 2018
Vehicles affected
27 estimated by the manufacturer

Source: NHTSA recall records

What is wrong

Volvo Cars USA LLC (Volvo) is recalling certain 2019 Volvo XC40 vehicles. The rear seats may not have rear seat back lock strikers, allowing the seat back to move forward during certain hard braking conditions or a crash.

The risk

If the seat back moves forward during hard braking or in a crash, it can increase the risk of injury.

The fix

Volvo will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the vehicles and install the seat back lock strikers if they are missing, free of charge. The recall began October 12, 2018. Owners may contact Volvo customer service at 1-[removed]. Volvo's number for this recall is R89898.

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