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💥 Crash riskNHTSA 11V186📅 Mar 23, 2011

2011 Volvo S40 recall: body & structure

⚠️ What's wrong

Volvo is recalling certain model year 2011 S40 passenger vehicles. A crack on the top side of the passenger side support member in the engine compartment may have developed during the forming process in component production.

💥 The risk

The crack could have an effect on the front structure and may reduce the crash performance of the vehicle.

🔧 The fix

Dealers will inspect for cracks on the top side of the passenger side support member in the engine compartment. If no crack is found, no further action is needed. If the inspection reveals that a vehicle has a crack in the side support member, the vehicle will immediately be taken out of service. A new replacement vehicle of equal specification will be provided by volvo. The safety recall is expected to begin on or before april 15, 2011. Owners may contact volvo customer care center at 1-800-458-1552, monday through friday, 8:30 a.m. To 5:00 p.m. Est. Or e-mail at [email protected].

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
11V186000
Manufacturer recall #
R241
Manufacturer
VOLVO CARS OF N.A. LLC.
Vehicles affected
7
Component
STRUCTURE:FRAME AND MEMBERS
Owner phone
1-800-458-1552
NHTSA hotline
1-888-327-4236
Owner letters mailed
Apr 15, 2011
Built
Dec 8, 2010 – Jan 3, 2011
Recall started by
MFR
Notes
Volvo safety recall no. R241.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 .

Vehicles in this recall

Is your car affected? Recalls apply to specific VINs. Check my VIN

FAQ

Is the 11V186 recall repair 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.)

Which vehicles are included in recall 11V186?

2011 Volvo S40. 7 vehicles may be affected. Check your exact car with its 17-character VIN.

What should I do?

Check your VIN, then call any authorized Volvo dealer to book the free repair or call the manufacturer at 1-800-458-1552.