2001–2009 Volvo S60, S80 recall: Air bags: frontal, driver side, inflator module
Recall at a glance
- Campaign number
- 21V766000
- Reported
- September 30, 2021
- Manufacturer
- Volvo Car USA, LLC
- Part
- Air bags: frontal, driver side, inflator module
- Vehicles affected
- About 259,383
What is wrong
Volvo Car USA, LLC (Volvo Car) is recalling certain 2001-2006 S80 and 2001-2009 S60 vehicles. The driver's air bag inflator may explode during deployment, due to propellant degradation occurring after long-term exposure to high absolute humidity, high temperatures, and high temperature cycling.
Safety risk
An inflator explosion may result in sharp metal fragments striking the driver or other occupants, resulting in serious injury or death.
The fix
Dealers will replace the driver's air bag, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed November 29, 2021. Owners may contact Volvo Car customer service at 1-800-458-1552. Volvo's number for this recall is R10125.
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.nhtsa.gov.
Frequently asked questions
Which vehicles are affected by this recall?
Volvo S60 (2001, 2002, 2003, 2004, 2005, 2006, 2007, 2008, 2009); Volvo S80 (2001, 2002, 2003, 2004, 2005, 2006). Check your VIN to confirm.
What is the safety risk?
An inflator explosion may result in sharp metal fragments striking the driver or other occupants, resulting in serious injury or death.
What is the fix?
Dealers will replace the driver's air bag, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed November 29, 2021. Owners may contact Volvo Car customer service at 1-800-458-1552. Volvo's number for this recall is R10125.
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.