Volvo Car Usa, Llc | NHTSA Recall #11V186000

Vehicle safety recall details from the Department of Transportation.

Description

Detailed recall information for NHTSA ID 11V186000 by Volvo Car Usa, Llc. Includes 7 affected units, COMPONENT SUPPORT MEMBER, component: STRUCTURE, and more from the Department of Transportation.

Defect Summary

Volvo is recalling certain model year 2011 s40 passenger vehicles. a crack on the top side of the passenger side support member in the engine compartment may have developed during the forming process in component production.

Corrective Action

Dealers will inspect for cracks on the top side of the passenger side support member in the engine compartment. If no crack is found, no further action is needed. if the inspection reveals that a vehicle has a crack in the side support member, the vehicle will immediately be taken out of service. A new replacement vehicle of equal specification will be provided by volvo. the safety recall is expected to begin on or before april 15, 2011. owners may contact volvo customer care center at 1-800-458-1552, monday through friday, 8:30 a.m. To 5:00 p.m. Est. or e-mail at customercare@volvoforlife.com.

Recall Overview

NHTSA ID: 11V186000

Manufacturer: Volvo Car Usa, Llc

Report Received Date: 2011-03-18T00:00:00

Subject: Component support member

Component: Structure

Potentially Affected Units: 7

Details

MFR Campaign Number: R241

Recall Type: Vehicle

Defect Summary: Volvo is recalling certain model year 2011 s40 passenger vehicles. a crack on the top side of the passenger side support member in the engine compartment may have developed during the forming process in component production.

Consequence Summary: The crack could have an effect on the front structure and may reduce the crash performance of the vehicle.

Corrective Action: Dealers will inspect for cracks on the top side of the passenger side support member in the engine compartment. If no crack is found, no further action is needed. if the inspection reveals that a vehicle has a crack in the side support member, the vehicle will immediately be taken out of service. A new replacement vehicle of equal specification will be provided by volvo. the safety recall is expected to begin on or before april 15, 2011. owners may contact volvo customer care center at 1-800-458-1552, monday through friday, 8:30 a.m. To 5:00 p.m. Est. or e-mail at customercare@volvoforlife.com.

Safety Information

Fire Risk When Parked: No

Do Not Drive: No

Completion Rate: N/A

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NHTSA ID: 11V186000

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Created At: 1742808662

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Updated At: 1742808662

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