Component
ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:COOLING SYSTEM:FAN
Manufacturer
VOLVO CARS OF N.A. LLC.
What Happened
The engine cooling fan in your Volvo is a critical part that helps keep your engine cool. In some 2008-2009 models, a software error could cause the fan to stop working, reducing cooling performance and causing engine temperatures to rise.
Risk if Unfixed
If the fan fails, your engine could overheat, leading to engine failure. This could leave you with little time to react, increasing the risk of a crash.
Free Fix
Your Volvo dealer will replace the faulty fan control module with a new one, free of charge. This repair is expected to start in July 2009, and you should schedule it as soon as possible to ensure your safety on the road.
Show original NHTSA language
Original — What Happened
VOLVO IS RECALLING 17,614 MY 2008-2009 S80, V70, AND XC70 VEHICLES. THE ENGINE COOLING FAN MAY STOP WORKING DUE TO A SOFTWARE PROGRAMMING ERROR IN THE FAN CONTROL MODULE (FCM). DEPENDING ON DRIVING CONDITIONS, THE CUSTOMER MAY EXPERIENCE REDUCED AIR CONDITIONING PERFORMANCE, AND/OR RAPID INCREASE IN ENGINE COOLANT TEMPERATURE.
Original — Risk if Unfixed
THIS SITUATION MAY RESULT IN LOSS OF COOLING SYSTEM FUNCTION AND ENGINE FAILURE. THE DRIVER MAY NOT HAVE SUFFICIENT TIME TO REACT TO THE WARNING LIGHT(S) OR THE TEXT MESSAGE IN THE INSTRUMENT PANEL, INCREASING THE RISK OF A CRASH.
Original — Remedy
DEALERS WILL REPLACE THE FAN CONTROL MODULE FREE OF CHARGE. THE RECALL IS EXPECTED TO BEGIN DURING JULY 2009. OWNERS MAY CONTACT VOLVO CUSTOMER CARE CENTER AT 1-800-458-1552.
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