Volvo Car Usa, Llc | NHTSA Recall #11V378000

Vehicle safety recall details from the Department of Transportation.

Description

Detailed recall information for NHTSA ID 11V378000 by Volvo Car Usa, Llc. Includes 8,406 affected units, POWER STEERING RESERVOIR, component: STEERING, and more from the Department of Transportation.

Defect Summary

Volvo is recalling certain model year 2007 s80 passenger cars manufactured from march 8, 2006, through may 16, 2007. the power steering reservoir return hose may have been incorrectly routed, which can result in increased pressure in the power steering system. The power steering return hose may burst at the steering gear due to the increased pressure, resulting in a loss of power steering fluid.

Corrective Action

Volvo dealers will inspect the routing of the power steering reservoir return hose and make repairs as necessary, free of charge. the safety recall is expected to begin during august 2011. owners may contact volvo at 1-201-768-7300.

Recall Overview

NHTSA ID: 11V378000

Manufacturer: Volvo Car Usa, Llc

Report Received Date: 2011-07-26T00:00:00

Subject: Power steering reservoir

Component: Steering

Potentially Affected Units: 8,406

Details

MFR Campaign Number: R246

Recall Type: Vehicle

Defect Summary: Volvo is recalling certain model year 2007 s80 passenger cars manufactured from march 8, 2006, through may 16, 2007. the power steering reservoir return hose may have been incorrectly routed, which can result in increased pressure in the power steering system. The power steering return hose may burst at the steering gear due to the increased pressure, resulting in a loss of power steering fluid.

Consequence Summary: The driver may experience a sudden loss of power steering, increasing the risk of a crash.

Corrective Action: Volvo dealers will inspect the routing of the power steering reservoir return hose and make repairs as necessary, free of charge. the safety recall is expected to begin during august 2011. owners may contact volvo at 1-201-768-7300.

Safety Information

Fire Risk When Parked: No

Do Not Drive: No

Completion Rate: N/A

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NHTSA ID: 11V378000

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