Volvo/isofix guide
Defect Summary
Certain passenger cars fail to comply with the requirements of federal motor vehicle safety standard no. 225, "child restraint anchorage systems." the second isofix guide was not installed in these vehicles and, in certain cases, the owner's manual isofix information is incorrect.
Safety Consequence
This does not meet the requirements of the standard.
Corrective Action
Owners will receive a letter/package consisting of the second isofix guide with installation instructions, and in certain cases, the corrected owner's manual may be provided. if the owner wants to take their vehicle to a volvo dealer for installation of the guide, it will be performed at no charge to the owner. owner notification began on december 19, 2003. owners should contact volvo at 1-800-458-1552.
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FAQ: Recall 03V284000
Your rights, the repair process, and what each field on this page means.
What is recall 03V284000?
NHTSA recall 03V284000 was issued by Volvo Car Usa, Llc on August 1, 2003. It addresses: Volvo/isofix guide. The recall affects approximately 220,407 vehicles, with the defect involving the Equipment component.
How do I get this recall repaired?
Contact any authorized Volvo Car Usa, Llc dealer and reference NHTSA recall ID 03V284000 or the manufacturer campaign number 124. Under federal law, the repair is completely free regardless of vehicle age or owner history.
Is my vehicle included in this recall?
The only way to confirm is to look up your 17-character VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls. NHTSA's tool will tell you if VIN-by-VIN this exact recall applies.
How long do I have to get a recall repair done?
There is no expiration on most federal safety recalls. Even if your vehicle is years old and you bought it used, the manufacturer is required to perform the repair at no cost.
Where does the data on this page come from?
All information on this page is sourced directly from the U.S. Department of Transportation public dataset for NHTSA recalls. Last refreshed: 2026-05-22. For the most current official notice, visit nhtsa.gov/recalls.