Volvo Car recall: Seatbelt may separate from the buckle
Yes – some of these vehicles are being recalled
- What's wrong
- It has been identified there is a possibility the front seatbelt buckle stud may not have been punched correctly during production. This may result in a separation between the buckle and seatbelt bracket if the vehicle is involved in a collision.
- What to do
- Contact a Volvo Car dealer to book the free repair. Recall all affected vehicles to inspect the seatbelt buckle and if required to replace the seatbelt buckle.
Source: Driver and Vehicle Standards Agency (DVSA)
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What’s wrong
It has been identified there is a possibility the front seatbelt buckle stud may not have been punched correctly during production. This may result in a separation between the buckle and seatbelt bracket if the vehicle is involved in a collision.
The fix
Recall all affected vehicles to inspect the seatbelt buckle and if required to replace the seatbelt buckle.
Vehicles affected
| Model | Built from | Built to | Vehicles |
|---|---|---|---|
| S60 | 9 Jun 2015 | 19 Aug 2016 | 47 |
| V60 | 15 Sep 2015 | 19 Aug 2016 | 47 |
| V60CC | 11 Nov 2015 | 19 Aug 2016 | 47 |
| XC60 | 26 Nov 2015 | 27 Apr 2016 | 47 |
| S90 | 11 May 2016 | 19 Aug 2016 | 47 |
| XC90 | 16 Feb 2015 | 19 Aug 2016 | 47 |
| S60CC | 16 Nov 2015 | 19 Aug 2016 | 47 |
How to check your vehicle
Use the official DVSA checker with your registration number to see if your exact vehicle is included. If it is, the manufacturer should have written to the registered keeper. The repair is free, even if you bought the vehicle second-hand.
Updated 1 November 2016. This page summarises an official notice. Details can change – always follow the official notice.