2005 Volvo XC90 recall: cables
Volvo Cars Of N.a. LLC. reported this safety recall on May 25, 2007. It covers about 42,211 vehicles.
- vehicles affected
- 42,211
- reported
- May 25, 2007
- owners notified
- Jul 3, 2007
- related complaints
- 51
Electrical system: 12v/24v/48v battery: cables
- What is wrong
- On certain passenger vehicles, it has been determined that while doing battery maintenance the jack's crank handle can be misplaced under a bracket which retains the battery.
- Risk
- Misplacement of the jack's crank handle can pose a safety risk as it can result in a short circuit of the battery which could then lead to a fire.
- Remedy
- Dealers will inspect and ensure proper placement of the jack crank handle and a warning label with approved text will be affixed to the bracket which retains the battery. This warning label will inform an operator not to place the jack crank handle between the bracket and the battery free of charge. The recall began on july 7, 2007. Owners may contact volvo at 1‑800‑458‑1552.
Recall number 07V221000
Affected vehicles
- Volvo XC90 2005 2005
Owner complaints about the same problem
Owners of these vehicles have filed 51 complaints about electrical problems.
Questions about recall 07V221000
Is there a recall on the 2005 Volvo XC90 cables?
Yes. Recall 07V221000, reported on May 25, 2007, covers about 42,211 vehicles.
What is the fix for recall 07V221000?
Dealers will inspect and ensure proper placement of the jack crank handle and a warning label with approved text will be affixed to the bracket which retains the battery. This warning label will inform an operator not to place the jack crank handle between the bracket and the battery free of charge. The recall began on july 7, 2007. Owners may 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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