Recall 12V317000: 2011–2013 Volvo S80

Report received

Jul 6, 2012

Manufacturer

Volvo cars of n.a. Llc.

Potentially affected

1,469vehicles

Model years

2011–2013

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 2011-2013 s80 vehicles. A software error may prevent the transmission from downshifting such as shifting from fifth to fourth gear when coasting.

Possible consequence

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.

Affected model years

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

• 2011 Volvo S805 complaints
• 2012 Volvo S808 complaints
• 2013 Volvo S808 complaints