Volvo Car XC40 recall: Bolts in the battery disconnect unit are not torqued to specification
Yes – some of these vehicles are being recalled
- What's wrong
- Bolts in the Battery Disconnect Unit (BDU) [a component of the High Voltage (HV) Battery] are not torqued according to specification and a bolt may come loose.
- What to do
- Contact a Volvo Car dealer to book the free repair. Replace the High Voltage Battery
Source: Driver and Vehicle Standards Agency (DVSA)
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What’s wrong
Bolts in the Battery Disconnect Unit (BDU) [a component of the High Voltage (HV) Battery] are not torqued according to specification and a bolt may come loose.
The fix
Replace the High Voltage Battery
Vehicles affected
| Model | Built from | Built to | Vehicles |
|---|---|---|---|
| XC40 | 13 Jan 2020 | 14 May 2020 | 1 |
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 15 September 2020. This page summarises an official notice. Details can change – always follow the official notice.