Recall 11V186000: 2011 Volvo S40

Report received

Mar 18, 2011

Manufacturer

Volvo cars of n.a. Llc.

Potentially affected

7vehicles

Model years

2011

Check your own vehicle. A recall applies only to vehicles within the affected build range. Enter your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls. Recall repairs are free at a franchised dealer.

What NHTSA recorded

Volvo is recalling certain model year 2011 s40 passenger vehicles. A crack on the top side of the passenger side support member in the engine compartment may have developed during the forming process in component production.

Possible consequence

The crack could have an effect on the front structure and may reduce the crash performance of the vehicle.

Remedy

Dealers will inspect for cracks on the top side of the passenger side support member in the engine compartment. If no crack is found, no further action is needed. If the inspection reveals that a vehicle has a crack in the side support member, the vehicle will immediately be taken out of service. A new replacement vehicle of equal specification will be provided by volvo. The safety recall is expected to begin on or before april 15, 2011. Owners may contact volvo customer care center at 1-800-458-1552, monday through friday, 8:30 a.m. To 5:00 p.m. Est. Or e-mail at [email protected].

Affected model years

Pages for each model year show complaints, parts, mileage and other recalls.

• 2011 Volvo S405 complaints