Component
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:SOFTWARE
Manufacturer
VOLVO CARS OF N.A. LLC.
What Happened
The Central Electronic Module (CEM) is like the brain of your car's computer. It controls many systems, including the fuel pump. In some 2008-2010 S80, 2009-2010 XC70, and 2010 XC60 models, the CEM software might fail to send a signal to the fuel pump, which can cause it to stay off.
Risk if Unfixed
If this happens, your engine might stall while you're driving, especially in traffic or at a stoplight. If it stalls, you could lose control of your vehicle and be at risk of a crash.
Free Fix
Your Volvo dealer will update the CEM software with new code for free. This will ensure your fuel pump works properly and your engine stays running smoothly. You should schedule the repair as soon as you get the recall notice.
Show original NHTSA language
Original — What Happened
VOLVO IS RECALLING MY 2008-2010 S80, MODEL YEAR 2009-2010 XC70 AND MODEL YEAR 2010 XC60 VEHICLES. UNDER CERTAIN CONDITIONS THE SOFTWARE WITHIN THE CENTRAL ELECTRONIC MODULE (CEM) MAY NOT SEND A SIGNAL TO THE FUEL PUMP ELECTRONIC MODULE (PEM). THIS MISSING SIGNAL TO THE PEM INHIBITS THE START OF THE FUEL PUMP. THE DRIVER MAY BE ABLE TO START THE ENGINE IN SPITE OF THE FUEL PUMP NOT BEING ACTIVATED DUE TO RESIDUAL PRESSURE IN THE FUEL SYSTEM. IN SOME CASES, THE DRIVER MAY BE ABLE TO DRIVE THE VEHICLE A SHORT DISTANCE AT IDLE BUT THEN THE ENGINE MAY STALL.
Original — Risk if Unfixed
IF THE VEHICLE STALLS IN CERTAIN CONDITIONS, A CRASH COULD OCCUR.
Original — Remedy
DEALERS WILL DOWNLOAD SOFTWARE TO THE VEHICLES' CEM FREE OF CHARGE. THE RECALL BEGAN ON SEPTEMBER 30, 2009. VEHICLES IN DEALER'S INVENTORY WILL BE REPAIRED PRIOR TO DELIVERY. OWNERS MAY CONTACT VOLVO AT 1-800-458-1552.
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