Volvo Car Usa, Llc | NHTSA Recall #86V083000
Vehicle safety recall details from the Department of Transportation.
Description
Detailed recall information for NHTSA ID 86V083000 by Volvo Car Usa, Llc. Includes 1,068 affected units, STRUCTURE:TAILGATE ASSEMBLY:LATCHES AND LOCKS, component: LATCHES/LOCKS/LINKAGES, and more from the Department of Transportation.
Defect Summary
The tailgate child lock can be opened from inside when the child lock is engaged. the feature to prevent the tailgate from being operated from the inside of the station wagon may not function properly. consequence of defect: if a child is not properly secured in an approved restraint system, as required by many state laws, and is allowed to ride in the rear compartment, he/she may open the tailgate inadvertently and fall out into the traffic.
Corrective Action
Replace tailgate latches.