2001–2007 Volvo V70, XC70 recall: Air bags: frontal, driver side, inflator module
Recall at a glance
- Campaign number
- 21V800000
- Reported
- October 14, 2021
- Manufacturer
- Volvo Car USA, LLC
- Part
- Air bags: frontal, driver side, inflator module
- Vehicles affected
- About 194,546
What is wrong
Volvo Cars USA, LLC (Volvo Car) is recalling certain 2001-2007 V70 and XC70 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 December 14, 2021. Owners may contact Volvo Car customer service at 1-888-458-1552. Volvo Car's number for this recall is R10136.
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 V70 (2001, 2002, 2003, 2004, 2005, 2006, 2007); Volvo XC70 (2001, 2002, 2003, 2004, 2005, 2006, 2007). 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 December 14, 2021. Owners may contact Volvo Car customer service at 1-888-458-1552. Volvo Car's number for this recall is R10136.
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.