Volvo Car recall: Stalling and loss of steering power assistance
Yes – some of these vehicles are being recalled
- What's wrong
- Involved vehicles may have a software issue which could cause the engine to momentarily cut-out and restart while driving. This could also cause disturbances in some electrical systems such as shut down of the instrument cluster infotainment system and loss of power steering assistance.
- What to do
- Contact a Volvo Car dealer to book the free repair. Recall the vehicles that are likely to be affected and upgrade the software of the control units.
Source: Driver and Vehicle Standards Agency (DVSA)
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What’s wrong
Involved vehicles may have a software issue which could cause the engine to momentarily cut-out and restart while driving. This could also cause disturbances in some electrical systems such as shut down of the instrument cluster infotainment system and loss of power steering assistance.
The fix
Recall the vehicles that are likely to be affected and upgrade the software of the control units.
Vehicles affected
| Model | Built from | Built to | Vehicles |
|---|---|---|---|
| XC70 | 21 Oct 2014 | 18 Feb 2016 | 7,237 |
| V60CC | 19 Mar 2015 | 18 Feb 2016 | 7,237 |
| S60 | 20 Apr 2015 | 11 Feb 2016 | 7,237 |
| S60 | 20 Apr 2015 | 3 Sep 2015 | 7,237 |
| XC60 | 26 Jan 2015 | 18 Feb 2016 | 7,237 |
| S60CC | 31 Mar 2015 | 18 Feb 2016 | 7,237 |
| V70 | 17 Apr 2015 | 18 Feb 2016 | 7,237 |
| V60 | 21 Jan 2015 | 18 Feb 2016 | 7,237 |
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 19 February 2016. This page summarises an official notice. Details can change – always follow the official notice.