Component
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:WIRING
Manufacturer
VOLVO CARS OF N.A. LLC.
What Happened
The wiring harness in your car is like a string of lights that carries electrical signals to your safety features. In some 2012 S60, XC60, S80, and XC70 models, the harness wasn't properly attached to the seat frame.
Risk if Unfixed
If you're in a crash, the airbags in front and on the sides might not deploy properly or at all, which could increase the risk of serious injury. The lap belt might also not tighten to protect you.
Free Fix
Your Volvo dealer will inspect and secure the seat wiring harness for you, free of charge. They'll make sure it's properly attached to prevent any issues in the future.
Show original NHTSA language
Original — What Happened
VOLVO IS RECALLING CERTAIN MODEL YEAR 2012 S60, XC60, S80 AND XC70 VEHICLES MANUFACTURED FROM MAY 16, 2011, THROUGH OCTOBER 6, 2011. IN THESE VEHICLES, THE WIRE HARNESS UNDER THE FRONT SEATS MAY HAVE NOT BEEN ATTACHED PROPERLY TO THE SEAT FRAME. AS A RESULT, WHEN THE SEATS ARE MOVED TO ADJUST THE SEATING POSITION, THE WIRE HARNESS MAY GET PULLED, CAUSING IT TO DISCONNECT.
Original — Risk if Unfixed
IN THE EVENT OF CRASH, THE FRONT AND/OR SIDE IMPACT AIR BAGS MAY DEPLOY IMPROPERLY OR NOT AT ALL, INCREASING THE RISK OF INJURY. ALSO, THE LAP BELT PRETENSIONER MAY NOT DEPLOY.
Original — Remedy
VOLVO WILL NOTIFY OWNERS, AND DEALERS WILL INSPECT AND, IF NECESSARY, SECURE THE SEAT WIRE HARNESS. THIS SERVICE WILL BE PERFORMED FREE OF CHARGE. THE SAFETY RECALL BEGAN ON APRIL 12, 2012. OWNERS MAY CONTACT VOLVO CARS AT 1-800-458-1552.
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