Safety Recall NHTSA · 10V579000 Reported November 17, 2010

Transmission and engine control module

Q: What is recall 10V579000?

NHTSA recall 10V579000 was issued by Volvo Car Usa, Llc on November 17, 2010. It addresses: Transmission and engine control module. The recall affects approximately 6,046 vehicles , with the defect involving the N/A component.

Q: 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.

Q: 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.

Volvo Car Usa, Llc · N/A · 6,046 vehicles potentially affected

NHTSA ID

10V579000

Manufacturer Campaign

R234

Manufacturer

Volvo Car Usa, Llc

Component

N/A

Vehicles Affected

6,046

Recall Type

Vehicle

Report Received

November 17, 2010

Defect Summary

Volvo is recalling certain model year 2011, s80, s60, xc70 and xc60 vehicles. the software calibration for the fuel cut-off functionality in the engine control module (ecm) is too sensitive.

Safety Consequence

Sudden engine stall could occur increasing the risk of a crash.

Corrective Action

Dealers will update the ecm and tcm with new software free of charge. the safety recall is expected to begin on or before december 10, 2010. owners may contact volvo at 1-800-458-1552 or at customercare@volvoforlife.com.

What you should do

Look up your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls to confirm this recall applies to your vehicle.
Contact an authorized Volvo Car Usa, Llc dealer and reference recall ID 10V579000 or campaign R234.
Schedule the free repair. By federal law, the manufacturer must remedy the defect at no cost.

View Official NHTSA Notice →

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FAQ: Recall 10V579000

Your rights, the repair process, and what each field on this page means.

What is recall 10V579000?

NHTSA recall 10V579000 was issued by Volvo Car Usa, Llc on November 17, 2010. It addresses: Transmission and engine control module. The recall affects approximately 6,046 vehicles, with the defect involving the N/A component.

How do I get this recall repaired?

Contact any authorized Volvo Car Usa, Llc dealer and reference NHTSA recall ID 10V579000 or the manufacturer campaign number R234. 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.