Volvo Recall: Faulty Seat Belts



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24,977 Volvo vehicles are being recalled after it was discovered seat belts were failing, potentially injuring or killing passengers during a crash.

In August 2020 Volvo issued a product safety recall for the following models from 2007 to 2018: Volvo S60, S80, V60, V60 Cross Country, V70, XC60 and XC70.

To find out if your vehicle has a recall and should be brought into an authorized Volvo Cars Retailer, please check your Vehicle Identification Number (VIN).

VIN list.xlsx (334.78 KB)

Volvo found that a flexible steel cable connected to the seat belts on the outboard side of the front seats may fatigue and separate from the belt itself, resulting in the seat belt not working.
In the event of a crash, there becomes an increased risk of serious injury or death if the occupant is not correctly restrained.

Volvo will begin contacting affected owners in writing, but there is a catch: the Swedish automaker does not expect replacement parts to arrive until after October 2020.

Concerned customers can contact Volvo's Customer Relations team on 1300 787 802

Volvo Car Australia


Volvo S60, S80, V60, V60 Cross Country, V70, XC60 and XC70 MY2007-2018
productsafety.gov.au

PRA No. 2020/18415
Date published 12 Aug 2020
Campaign number R10029

Product description
Volvo S60, S80, V60, V60 Cross Country, V70, XC60 and XC70
Model Years 2007-2018

24 977 affected vehicles

VIN list.xlsx (334.78 KB)

What are the defects?
The flexible steel cable connected to the seat belts on the outboard side of the front seats may fatigue and separate from the seat belt, resulting in the seat belt not restraining the occupant properly.

What are the hazards?
If the occupant is not properly restrained, there is an increased risk of serious injury or death in the event of an accident.

What should consumers do?
Volvo will contact affected owners in writing to advise that replacement parts are not expected to be available until after October 2020 and how to secure the front seat belt while waiting for parts to arrive. When parts become available, affected owners should book their vehicle in to have the seat belt fasteners replaced.

To find your closest dealer please visit www.volvocars.com/au/find-a-dealer or contact the Volvo Customer Relations team on 1300 787 802.

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Volvo Recall: Faulty Seat Belts


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