Vehicle Make / Model: VOLVO / S60 VOLVO / XC60 |
Model Year(s): 2013 2013 |
Manufacturer: Volvo Cars of N.A., LLC
Mfr’s Report Date: SEP 10, 2012
NHTSA CAMPAIGN ID Number: 12V439000
NHTSA Action Number: N/A
Component: AIR BAGS:FRONTAL:SENSOR/CONTROL MODULE
Potential Number of Units Affected: 9
Summary:
Volvo is recalling certain model year 2013 S60 and XC60 vehicles. A manufacturing defect within the Supplemental Restraint System (SRS) control unit may lead to an inadvertent deployment of the seat belt pretensioner and/or inflatable curtain.
Consequence:
If the seat belt pretensioner and/or inflatable side curtain deploy without cause, the driver could be distracted and the driver’s visibility could be reduced, increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy:
These vehicles have not been sold and the SRS control unit will be replaced prior to the cars being sold. Owners may contact Volvo at 1-800-458-1552.
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