Passenger car - Volvo V70, XC70, S80
Passenger car - Volvo V70, XC70, S80 was recalled on 23 April 2010 under EU Safety Gate alert 0688/10. Injuries risk reported by Greece. The product poses a risk of injuries due to a problem with the fan-belt tensioner, resulting in immobility of the vehicle and loss of power steering assistance.
| Alert Number | 0688/10 |
| Brand | Volvo |
| Category | Motor vehicles |
| Risk Type | Injuries |
| Notifying Country | Greece |
| Country of Origin | Sweden |
| Model Number | The recall concerns model year 2007 and 2008 vehicles, equipped with the D5244T5 or the D5244T4 diesel engine |
| Published | 23 April 2010 |
Risk Description
The product poses a risk of injuries due to a problem with the fan-belt tensioner, resulting in immobility of the vehicle and loss of power steering assistance.
Measures Taken
Type of economic operator taking notified measure(s): OtherCategory of measure(s): Voluntary corrective actions taken by the importer.Date of entry into force: Unknown
Product Description
The recall concerns models with VINs: from 0000330 to 0040256 (XC70), from 0000312 to 0055705 (V70) and from 0000862 to 0082770 (S80).
⚠️ What Should You Do?
This recall involves a injuries hazard related to Passenger car - Volvo V70, XC70, S80.
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.