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2011 Volvo S60, Volvo S80 and others recall: engine and engine cooling

Volvo Cars Of N.a. LLC. reported this safety recall on November 17, 2010. It covers about 6,046 vehicles.

vehicles affected
6,046
reported
Nov 17, 2010
owners notified
Dec 13, 2010
related complaints
6

Engine and engine cooling

What is wrong
Volvo is recalling certain model year 2011, s80, s60, xc70 and xc60 vehicles. The software calibration for the fuel cut-off functionality in the engine control module (ECM) is too sensitive.
Risk
Sudden engine stall could occur increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy
Dealers will update the ECM and TCM with new software free of charge. The safety recall is expected to begin on or before december 10, 2010. Owners may contact volvo at 1‑800‑458‑1552 or at [email protected].

Recall number 10V579000

Affected vehicles

Owner complaints about the same problem

Owners of these vehicles have filed 6 complaints about engine problems.

2011 Volvo S602011 Volvo S802011 Volvo XC602011 Volvo XC70

Questions about recall 10V579000

Is there a recall on the 2011 Volvo S60, Volvo S80 and others engine and engine cooling?

Yes. Recall 10V579000, reported on November 17, 2010, covers about 6,046 vehicles.

What is the fix for recall 10V579000?

Dealers will update the ECM and TCM with new software free of charge. The safety recall is expected to begin on or before december 10, 2010. Owners may contact volvo at 1‑800‑458‑1552 or at [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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