2008–2009 Volvo S80 & 2008–2009 Volvo V70 + 1 more recall: engine
⚠️ What's wrong
Volvo is recalling 17,614 my 2008-2009 S80, V70, and XC70 vehicles. The engine cooling fan may stop working due to a software programming error in the fan control module (fcm). Depending on driving conditions, the customer may experience reduced air conditioning performance, and/or rapid increase in engine coolant temperature.
💥 The risk
This situation may result in loss of cooling system function and engine failure. The driver may not have sufficient time to react to the warning light(s) or the text message in the instrument panel, increasing the risk of a crash.
🔧 The fix
Dealers will replace the fan control module free of charge. The recall is expected to begin during july 2009. Owners may contact volvo customer care center at 1-800-458-1552.
Is the fix free? Yes. Safety recall repairs are free at any authorized dealer under federal law, including parts and labor. (Vehicles more than 15 years old when the recall was announced can be excluded, but most manufacturers still fix them.)
- NHTSA campaign
- 09V218000
- Manufacturer recall #
- R214
- Manufacturer
- VOLVO CARS OF N.A. LLC.
- Vehicles affected
- 17,614
- Component
- ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:COOLING SYSTEM:FAN
- Owner phone
- 1-800-458-1552
- NHTSA hotline
- 1-888-327-4236
- Owner letters mailed
- Jul 8, 2009
- Built
- Feb 6, 2008 – Mar 11, 2008
- Recall started by
- MFR
- Notes
- Volvo recall no. R214.owners may also contact the national highway traffic safety administration's vehicle safety hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to http://www.safercar.gov .