Volvo Car Usa, Llc | NHTSA Recall #09V139000

Vehicle safety recall details from the Department of Transportation.

Description

Detailed recall information for NHTSA ID 09V139000 by Volvo Car Usa, Llc. Includes 12,303 affected units, CENTRAL ELECTRONIC MODULE SOFTWARE, component: ELECTRICAL SYSTEM, and more from the Department of Transportation.

Defect Summary

Volvo is recalling 12,303 my 2007-2008 s80 and v70 vehicles. the diagnostic software in the central electronic module (cem) may cause a malfunction of the windshield wiper functionality. If this condition occurs, the windshield wipers may not operate when activated; or in certain cases the windshield wipers may activate when not switched on.

Corrective Action

Dealers will inspect the cem and upgrade the software free of charge. the recall began on may 15, 2009. owners may contact volvo customer care center at 1-800-458-1552, or customercare@volvoforlife.com.

Recall Overview

NHTSA ID: 09V139000
Manufacturer: Volvo Car Usa, Llc
Report Received Date: 2009-04-29T00:00:00
Subject: Central electronic module software
Component: Electrical System
Potentially Affected Units: 12,303

Details

MFR Campaign Number: R213
Recall Type: Vehicle
Defect Summary: Volvo is recalling 12,303 my 2007-2008 s80 and v70 vehicles. the diagnostic software in the central electronic module (cem) may cause a malfunction of the windshield wiper functionality. If this condition occurs, the windshield wipers may not operate when activated; or in certain cases the windshield wipers may activate when not switched on.
Consequence Summary: Operating a motor vehicle during inclement weather conditions without functioning windshield wipers can increase the risk of a crash.
Corrective Action: Dealers will inspect the cem and upgrade the software free of charge. the recall began on may 15, 2009. owners may contact volvo customer care center at 1-800-458-1552, or customercare@volvoforlife.com.

Safety Information

Fire Risk When Parked: No
Do Not Drive: No
Completion Rate: N/A

Metadata

SID: row-gzsr~nhah-ctx6
NHTSA ID: 09V139000
Position: N/A
Created At: 1742808662
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Updated At: 1742808662
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