VOLVO XC60 2018: STRUCTURE:BODY:TAILGATE

General Information

NHTSA Campaign ID Number: 19V046000

Make Model Year
VOLVO XC60 2018
Date Owners Notified Date Received by ODI Date Added to Database
2019-05-14 2019-01-18 2019-01-31

Production Dates: 2017-01-12 - 2018-10-26

Manufacturers Involved: Volvo Car USA, LLC

Manufacturer Campaign Number: R89910

Component: STRUCTURE:BODY:TAILGATE

Potential Number Of Units Affected: 45990

Report Initiator: MFR MFR Report

Summary

Volvo Car USA LLC "Volvo" is recalling certain 2018-2019 Volvo XC60 vehicles. Under certain conditions and cold temperatures, the tailgate lifting arms may freeze which may cause the lifting arms to separate from the vehicle.

Consequence

If the tailgate lifting arms separate, the arms could project rearward with significant force, increasing the risk of injury.

Remedy

Volvo has notified owners, and dealers will replace the tailgate lift arms with an improved designed, free of charge. The recall began May 14, 2019. Owners may contact Volvo customer service at 1-800-458-1552. Volvo's number for this recall is R89910.

Notes

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.