VOLVO XC40 2019: SEATS:MID/REAR ASSEMBLY
NHTSA Campaign ID Number: 18V535000
| Make | Model | Year |
|---|---|---|
| VOLVO | XC40 | 2019 |
| Date Owners Notified | Date Received by ODI | Date Added to Database |
| 2018-10-12 | 2018-08-15 | 2018-08-20 |
Production Dates: 2018-06-20 - 2018-06-21
Manufacturers Involved: Volvo Car USA, LLC
Manufacturer Campaign Number: R89898
Component: SEATS:MID/REAR ASSEMBLY
Potential Number Of Units Affected: 27
Report Initiator: MFR MFR Report
Volvo Cars USA LLC "Volvo" is recalling certain 2019 Volvo XC40 vehicles. The rear seats may not have rear seat back lock strikers, allowing the seat back to move forward during certain hard braking conditions or a crash.
If the seat back moves forward during hard braking or in a crash, it can increase the risk of injury.
Volvo will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the vehicles and install the seat back lock strikers if they are missing, free of charge. The recall began October 12, 2018. Owners may contact Volvo customer service at 1-800-458-1552. Volvo's number for this recall is R89898.
Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 'TTY 1-800-424-9153', or go to www.safercar.gov.
