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2001 Volvo V70 recall: anchorage

Volvo Cars Of Na, Inc. reported this safety recall on March 26, 2001. It covers about 16,085 vehicles.

vehicles affected
16,085
reported
Mar 26, 2001
owners notified
May 7, 2001
related complaints
3

Seat belts: front: anchorage

What is wrong
Vehicle description: wagons. The bolted joint, used for attaching the bracket that is part of the installation hardware for the isofix-type child restraint, may have been incorrectly tightened.
Risk
In the event of a crash, the seat occupant may not be properly restrained, increasing the risk of injury.
Remedy
Dealers will inspect the anchorage bolts and tighten to the correct torque level. Owner notification began may 7, 2001. Owners who take their vehicles to an authorized dealer on an agreed upon service date and do not receive the free remedy within a reasonable time should contact volvo at 1‑800‑458‑1552.

Recall number 01V101000

Affected vehicles

Owner complaints about the same problem

Owners of these vehicles have filed 3 complaints about seat belts problems.

2001 Volvo V70

Questions about recall 01V101000

Is there a recall on the 2001 Volvo V70 anchorage?

Yes. Recall 01V101000, reported on March 26, 2001, covers about 16,085 vehicles.

What is the fix for recall 01V101000?

Dealers will inspect the anchorage bolts and tighten to the correct torque level. Owner notification began may 7, 2001. Owners who take their vehicles to an authorized dealer on an agreed upon service date and do not receive the free remedy within a reasonable time should contact volvo at 1‑800‑458‑1552.

Is the recall repair free?

Safety recall repairs are done free of charge at authorized dealers. A dealer can confirm with the VIN whether a specific vehicle is included and whether the repair has already been done.

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