2010 Volvo S40 Recalls

NHTSA lists 2 recall campaigns for the 2010 Volvo S40. A recall applies only to vehicles built within the affected range, so check your own VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls. Repairs for recalls are free at a franchised dealer.

• 10V591000Nov 22, 20107,420 vehicles potentially affected
  Seats
  Covers: Volvo S40 2009–2011, V50 2009–2011, XC60 2010–2011 +1 more

  Reported issue: Volvo is recalling certain passenger vehicles equipped with power front passenger seats. The front seat rail's detection system was manufactured incorrectly and may permit the passenger to forward the seat beyond the intended maximum.

  Possible consequence: Positioning of the seat beyond the intended maximum can cause increased risk of injury to the passenger in the event of a crash.

  Remedy: Dealers will inspect the front power seat stops for both front seats for the presence of an "end stop" and repair the vehicles as necessary free of charge. The safety recall began on december 23, 2010. Owners may contact volvo at 1-800-458-1552 or at [email protected].

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• 10V566000Nov 8, 2010416 vehicles potentially affected
  Equipment › Electrical › Navigational system(global positioning system)
  Covers: Volvo S40 2004–2010, S80 2000–2010, V70 2001–2010 +6 more

  Reported issue: Volvo is recalling certain vehicles equipped with garmin 760 portable global positioning system (gps) units because the batteries on those units may overheat.

  Possible consequence: An overheated battery could lead to a fire.

  Remedy: Volvo advises owners to please stop using the garmin portable gps device immediately, and visit the garmin website to determine if their unit is affected. The unit's battery will be replaced with a new battery and a spacer will be inserted on top of the battery next to the pcb. This service will be performed free of…

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