Seat belt warning system malfunction/fmvss 208
Defect Summary
Volvo car usa, llc (volvo car) is recalling certain 2025-2026 ex30 and 2026 ex30cc vehicles. The seat belt warning system may not activate the audible warning chime as intended. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of federal motor vehicle safety standard number 208, "occupant crash protection."
Safety Consequence
An audible warning chime that does not properly alert of an unbelted seat belt can increase the risk of injury during a crash.
Corrective Action
Dealers will replace the terminals at the audio module connector, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed march 26, 2026. Owners may contact volvo car’s customer service at 1-800-458-1552. Volvo car’s number for this recall is r10365. Vehicle identification numbers (vins) involved in this recall became searchable on nhtsa.gov on march 13, 2026.
Similar Recalls
Other recalls from Volvo Car Usa, Llc or involving Seat Belts.
FAQ: Recall 26V136000
Your rights, the repair process, and what each field on this page means.
What is recall 26V136000?
NHTSA recall 26V136000 was issued by Volvo Car Usa, Llc on March 11, 2026. It addresses: Seat belt warning system malfunction/fmvss 208. The recall affects approximately 1,584 vehicles, with the defect involving the Seat Belts component.
How do I get this recall repaired?
Contact any authorized Volvo Car Usa, Llc dealer and reference NHTSA recall ID 26V136000 or the manufacturer campaign number R10365. Under federal law, the repair is completely free regardless of vehicle age or owner history.
Is my vehicle included in this recall?
The only way to confirm is to look up your 17-character VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls. NHTSA's tool will tell you if VIN-by-VIN this exact recall applies.
How long do I have to get a recall repair done?
There is no expiration on most federal safety recalls. Even if your vehicle is years old and you bought it used, the manufacturer is required to perform the repair at no cost.
Where does the data on this page come from?
All information on this page is sourced directly from the U.S. Department of Transportation public dataset for NHTSA recalls. Last refreshed: 2026-05-20. For the most current official notice, visit nhtsa.gov/recalls.