2019–2020 Volvo V60, S90, XC60 and more recall: Forward collision avoidance: automatic emergency braking
Recall at a glance
- Campaign number
- 20V144000
- Reported
- March 12, 2020
- Manufacturer
- Volvo Car USA, LLC
- Part
- Forward collision avoidance: automatic emergency braking
- Vehicles affected
- About 121,605
What is wrong
Volvo Cars USA LLC (Volvo Cars) is recalling certain 2019-2020 S60, V60, V60 Cross Country, S90L, V90, V90 Cross Country, XC40, XC60, and XC90 vehicles. Due to a software/hardware incompatibility, the Automatic Emergency Brake (AEB) system may not detect obstacles and engage as intended.
Safety risk
If the automatic emergency braking system does not engage as intended, it can increase the risk of a crash.
The fix
Volvo will notify owners, and dealers will update the Active Safety Domain Master (ASDM) software, free of charge. The recall began April 9, 2020. Owners may contact Volvo customer service at 1-800-458-1552. Volvo's number for this recall is R29998.
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 S60 (2019, 2020); Volvo S90 (2019, 2020); Volvo V60 (2019, 2020); Volvo V60CC (2019, 2020); Volvo V90 (2019, 2020); Volvo V90CC (2019, 2020); and more. Check your VIN to confirm.
What is the safety risk?
If the automatic emergency braking system does not engage as intended, it can increase the risk of a crash.
What is the fix?
Volvo will notify owners, and dealers will update the Active Safety Domain Master (ASDM) software, free of charge. The recall began April 9, 2020. Owners may contact Volvo customer service at 1-800-458-1552. Volvo's number for this recall is R29998.
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.