Passenger car - Volvo S40/V50
Passenger car - Volvo S40/V50 was recalled on 9 February 2007 under EU Safety Gate alert 0114/07. Injuries risk reported by Sweden. This product poses a serious risk of injury because of a communication error between the central electronic module and the engine control module.
| Alert Number | 0114/07 |
| Brand | Volvo |
| Category | Motor vehicles |
| Risk Type | Injuries |
| Notifying Country | Sweden |
| Country of Origin | Sweden |
| Model Number | S40 VIN: 0150030-0177430, V50 VIN: 0150056-0179064, manufactured as model year 2006 |
| Published | 9 February 2007 |
Risk Description
This product poses a serious risk of injury because of a communication error between the central electronic module and the engine control module. Thus, in rare cases the engine oil can get enriched by diesel potentially causing the engine to over run - also when switching of the ignition - which may cause the engine to break down.
Measures Taken
Type of economic operator taking notified measure(s): OtherCategory of measure(s): Voluntary corrective action taken by the producerDate of entry into force: Unknown
⚠️ What Should You Do?
This recall involves a injuries hazard related to Passenger car - Volvo S40/V50.
About this risk
This product has a design or manufacturing defect that can cause physical injuries such as cuts, bruises, fractures, or other bodily harm during normal use.
Recommended action
Stop using the product immediately. Check yourself and family members for any injuries. Store the product safely out of reach and contact the retailer or manufacturer for a replacement or refund.
Who is at risk?
All users, particularly children and elderly people who may be more vulnerable to injury.