Excessive underbody coating
Defect Summary
Volvo is recalling certain model year 2012 s60 and xc60 passenger vehicles. an incorrect mixture of underbody coating and over-application can result in rigid, icicle-like areas hanging from vehicles undercarriage.
Safety Consequence
If this condition exists, the underbody coating may penetrate the fuels lines and cause fuel leakage, increasing the risk of a fire.
Corrective Action
Dealers will inspect the vehicle undercarriage, and if excessive underbody coating is found in the fuel line area, it will be removed. if the inspection reveals that the fuel lines are damaged, they will be replaced. the safety recall began on april 25, 2012. owners may contact volvo customer care center at 1-800-458-1552.
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Other recalls from Volvo Car Usa, Llc or involving Structure.
FAQ: Recall 12V101000
Your rights, the repair process, and what each field on this page means.
What is recall 12V101000?
NHTSA recall 12V101000 was issued by Volvo Car Usa, Llc on March 14, 2012. It addresses: Excessive underbody coating. The recall affects approximately 2,742 vehicles, with the defect involving the Structure component.
How do I get this recall repaired?
Contact any authorized Volvo Car Usa, Llc dealer and reference NHTSA recall ID 12V101000 or the manufacturer campaign number 251. 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.