REC-001490

active

2009–2011 Volvo S60, S80, V70, XC60 & XC70

Category: Light Vehicle · Supplier: Volvo Car Australia Pty Ltd

Recall date: 18 October 2010

Defect

There may be an electrical short circuit in the driver's airbag clockspring wiring connector. If the deviation occurs the supplemental restraint system lamp (SRS) will be permanently lit and the message 'AIRBAG SYSTEM SERVICE REQUIRED' will be displayed in the Driver Information Module (DIM).

Hazard

If the short circuit occurs during driving and the driver ignores the warning, in the event of an accident where the deployment of the driver's airbag is required, the airbag may not deploy as intended or not deploy at all.

Remedy

Contact your authorised Volvo dealer to have the driver's airbag clockspring wiring connector upgraded.

What should you do?

Check your VIN below to confirm whether your specific vehicle is affected.
Contact the supplier — Volvo Car Australia Pty Ltd — or your nearest authorised dealer to arrange the recall remedy.
Recall repairs are free of charge. The manufacturer or supplier is legally required to fix the defect at no cost to you.
If you have difficulty getting the recall addressed, contact the Department of Infrastructure or your state's consumer protection agency.

Check Your VIN

Enter your Vehicle Identification Number to check if your specific vehicle is affected by this recall.

Source: https://www.vehiclerecalls.gov.au/recalls/rec-001490