Component
AIR BAGS:FRONTAL:DRIVER SIDE:INFLATOR MODULE
Manufacturer
Volvo Car USA, LLC
What Happened
The front driver airbag in your vehicle is designed to deploy in the event of a crash to protect you. However, in certain models, the propellant inside the airbag can break down over time, causing the inflator to potentially explode.
Risk if Unfixed
If the airbag inflator explodes, sharp metal fragments could hit you or your passengers, leading to serious injury or even death. This is a life-threatening situation that requires immediate attention.
Free Fix
Your Volvo dealer will replace the faulty driver airbag with a new one, at no cost to you. This repair is free, and you should schedule it as soon as possible to ensure your safety.
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Original — What Happened
Volvo Car USA, LLC (Volvo Car) is recalling certain 2001-2006 S80 and 2001-2009 S60 vehicles. The driver's air bag inflator may explode during deployment, due to propellant degradation occurring after long-term exposure to high absolute humidity, high temperatures, and high temperature cycling.
Original — Risk if Unfixed
An inflator explosion may result in sharp metal fragments striking the driver or other occupants, resulting in serious injury or death.
Original — Remedy
Dealers will replace the driver's air bag, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed November 29, 2021. Owners may contact Volvo Car customer service at 1-800-458-1552. Volvo's number for this recall is R10125.
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