2008-2009 Volvo S80, Volvo V70 and others recall: fan
Volvo Cars Of N.a. LLC. reported this safety recall on June 12, 2009. It covers about 17,614 vehicles.
- vehicles affected
- 17,614
- reported
- Jun 12, 2009
- owners notified
- Jul 8, 2009
- related complaints
- 16
Engine and engine cooling: cooling system: fan
- What is 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.
- 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.
- Remedy
- 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.
Recall number 09V218000
Affected vehicles
Owner complaints about the same problem
Owners of these vehicles have filed 16 complaints about engine problems.
2008 Volvo S802009 Volvo S802008 Volvo V702009 Volvo V702008 Volvo XC702009 Volvo XC70
Questions about recall 09V218000
Is there a recall on the 2008-2009 Volvo S80, Volvo V70 and others fan?
Yes. Recall 09V218000, reported on June 12, 2009, covers about 17,614 vehicles.
What is the fix for recall 09V218000?
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 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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