Date: 10.09.2012
Component: Air Bags > Frontal > Sensor/control Module
Manufacturer: Volvo Cars Of N.a., Llc
Description:
Volvo is recalling certain model year 2013 s60 and xc60 vehicles. a manufacturing defect within the supplemental restraint system (srs) control unit may lead to an inadvertent deployment of the seat belt pretensioner and/or inflatable curtain.
Consequencs:
If the seat belt pretensioner and/or inflatable side curtain deploy without cause, the driver could be distracted and the driver's visibility could be reduced, increasing the risk of a crash.
Notes:
These vehicles have not been sold and the srs control unit will be replaced prior to the cars being sold. owners may contact volvo at 1-800-458-1552.
Date: 28.02.2012
Component: Electrical System > Wiring
Manufacturer: Volvo Cars Of N.a. Llc.
Description:
Volvo is recalling certain model year 2012 s60, xc60, s80 and xc70 vehicles manufactured from may 16, 2011, through october 6, 2011. in these vehicles, the wire harness under the front seats may have not been attached properly to the seat frame. as a result, when the seats are moved to adjust the seating position, the wire harness may get pulled, causing it to disconnect.
Consequencs:
In the event of crash, the front and/or side impact air bags may deploy improperly or not at all, increasing the risk of injury. also, the lap belt pretensioner may not deploy.
Notes:
Volvo will notify owners, and dealers will inspect and, if necessary, secure the seat wire harness. this service will be performed free of charge. the safety recall began on april 12, 2012. owners may contact volvo cars at 1-800-458-1552.
