Passenger cars S40/V50/C30
Passenger cars S40/V50/C30 was recalled on 5 November 2010 under EU Safety Gate alert 1608/10. Injuries risk reported by Greece. A problem with the seals connecting the engine coolant bleeder hoses to the coolant expansion tank, may result in a loss of engine coolant and/or air leakage into the engine cooling system.
| Alert Number | 1608/10 |
| Brand | Volvo |
| Category | Motor vehicles |
| Risk Type | Injuries |
| Notifying Country | Greece |
| Country of Origin | Sweden |
| Model Number | The recall concerns model year 2011 vehicles equipped with 4-cylinder or 5-cylinder petrol engines. The VINs of the affected vehicles are the following: S40: from 0530029 to 0530991 C30: from 0220053 to 0221407 V50: from 0590038 to 0592370. |
| Published | 5 November 2010 |
Risk Description
A problem with the seals connecting the engine coolant bleeder hoses to the coolant expansion tank, may result in a loss of engine coolant and/or air leakage into the engine cooling system. In a worst case scenario, depending on driving conditions, this may appear very rapidly and could result in the engine breaking down which could lead to a road accident.
Measures Taken
Type of economic operator taking notified measure(s): OtherCategory of measure(s): Voluntary corrective actions taken by the manufacturer.Date of entry into force: Unknown
Product Description
Passenger car
⚠️ What Should You Do?
This recall involves a injuries hazard related to Passenger cars S40/V50/C30.
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.