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2010-2011 Volvo C30, Volvo S40N and others recall: shaft sector

Volvo Cars Of N.a. LLC. reported this safety recall on June 8, 2010. It covers about 536 vehicles.

vehicles affected
536
reported
Jun 8, 2010
owners notified
Jun 14, 2010
related complaints
2

Steering: gear box: shaft sector

What is wrong
Volvo is recalling certain model year 2010-2011 c30, model year 2010 s40 and v50 vehicles equipped with 6 speed manual transmissions. The gearshift lever stud assembly may not have been tightened to the correct specification during assembly. If the gearshift lever cable or stud assembly becomes loose, it may not be possible to engage, disengage or shift gears.
Risk
This condition can increase the risk of a vehicle crash.
Remedy
Dealers will torque the gearshift lever stud assembly to the correct specification free of charge. The safety recall began on june 14, 2010. Owners may contact volvo at 1‑800‑458‑1552 or [email protected] .

Recall number 10V255000

Affected vehicles

Owner complaints about the same problem

Owners of these vehicles have filed 2 complaints about steering problems.

2010 Volvo C302011 Volvo C302010 Volvo S40N2010 Volvo V50

Questions about recall 10V255000

Is there a recall on the 2010-2011 Volvo C30, Volvo S40N and others shaft sector?

Yes. Recall 10V255000, reported on June 8, 2010, covers about 536 vehicles.

What is the fix for recall 10V255000?

Dealers will torque the gearshift lever stud assembly to the correct specification free of charge. The safety recall began on june 14, 2010. Owners may contact volvo at 1‑800‑458‑1552 or [email protected] .

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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