2011-2013 Volvo S80 recall: control module (tcm/pcm/tecm)
Volvo Cars Of N.a. LLC. reported this safety recall on July 6, 2012. It covers about 1,469 vehicles.
- vehicles affected
- 1,469
- reported
- Jul 6, 2012
- owners notified
- Aug 10, 2012
- related complaints
- 3
Power train: automatic transmission: control module (TCM/PCM/tecm)
- What is wrong
- Volvo is recalling certain model year 2011-2013 s80 vehicles. A software error may prevent the transmission from downshifting such as shifting from fifth to fourth gear when coasting.
- Risk
- This may result in decreased engine rpms and possible engine stall, increasing the risk of a crash.
- Remedy
- Volvo will notify owners, and dealers will upgrade the software to the transmission control module, free of charge. The safety recall began on august 10, 2012. Owners may contact volvo cars at 1‑800‑458‑1552.
Recall number 12V317000
Affected vehicles
Owner complaints about the same problem
Owners of these vehicles have filed 3 complaints about transmission problems.
Questions about recall 12V317000
Is there a recall on the 2011-2013 Volvo S80 control module (tcm/pcm/tecm)?
Yes. Recall 12V317000, reported on July 6, 2012, covers about 1,469 vehicles.
What is the fix for recall 12V317000?
Volvo will notify owners, and dealers will upgrade the software to the transmission control module, free of charge. The safety recall began on august 10, 2012. Owners may contact volvo cars 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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