2016 Volvo XC90 recall: Air bags: side/window
Recall at a glance
- Campaign number
- 15V497000
- Reported
- August 6, 2015
- Manufacturer
- Volvo Car USA, LLC
- Part
- Air bags: side/window
- Vehicles affected
- About 3,911
What is wrong
Volvo Cars of N.A., LLC (Volvo) is recalling certain model year 2016 Volvo XC90 vehicles manufactured January 27, 2015, to July 10, 2015. The third row seating side curtain air bags may not fully inflate.
Safety risk
Underinflated air bags may not fully protect third row occupants, increasing the risk of injury in the event of a crash.
The fix
Volvo will notify owners, and dealers will modify the D-pillar interior panels to allow full inflation of the third row airbags, free of charge. The recall began on September 21, 2015. Owners may contact Volvo Customer Care at 1-800-458-1552.
Affected models
Model years listed by NHTSA for this campaign. Only vehicles within the build range in the notice are affected.
Notes from the notice
Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.safercar.gov.
Frequently asked questions
Which vehicles are affected by this recall?
Volvo XC90 (2016). Check your VIN to confirm.
What is the safety risk?
Underinflated air bags may not fully protect third row occupants, increasing the risk of injury in the event of a crash.
What is the fix?
Volvo will notify owners, and dealers will modify the D-pillar interior panels to allow full inflation of the third row airbags, free of charge. The recall began on September 21, 2015. Owners may contact Volvo Customer Care at 1-800-458-1552.
Source: U.S. National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) recall data for passenger vehicles, recalls since 2013, shown as published. This site is independent and not affiliated with NHTSA or any manufacturer. Check your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls and follow your manufacturer’s notice. Terms and disclaimer.