VOLVO XC60 2019: EQUIPMENT:ELECTRICAL

General Information

NHTSA Campaign ID Number: 18V589000

Make Model Year
VOLVO XC60 2019
Date Owners Notified Date Received by ODI Date Added to Database
2018-11-01 2018-09-05 2018-09-10

Production Dates: 2018-07-09 - 2018-07-26

Manufacturers Involved: Volvo Car USA, LLC

Manufacturer Campaign Number: R39901

Component: EQUIPMENT:ELECTRICAL

Potential Number Of Units Affected: 172

Report Initiator: MFR MFR Report

Summary

Volvo Car USA LLC "Volvo" is recalling certain 2019 Volvo XC60 hybrid electric vehicles, equipped with certain AeroVironment electric vehicle TurboCord and TurboDock/TurboDX charging systems. Capacitors within these charging systems may fail, possibly resulting in a shock hazard or a fire.

Consequence

An electrical shock or a fire can increase the risk of injury or death.

Remedy

Volvo will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the charge cord, replacing it as necessary, free of charge. The recall began November 1, 2018. Owners may contact Volvo customer service at 1-800-458-1552. Volvo's number for this recall is R39901. Note: Owners are advised not to use the charging cord until it is inspected.

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.