Component
EXTERIOR LIGHTING:HEADLIGHTS:SWITCH
Manufacturer
VOLVO CARS OF N.A. LLC.
What Happened
The headlight switch in your vehicle controls your headlights. Over time, it may wear out and stop working properly.
Risk if Unfixed
If the switch fails, your headlights might not turn on or could go on and off randomly, making it harder to see at night and increasing the risk of a crash.
Free Fix
Your Volvo dealer will replace the headlight switch with a new one, free of charge. If your switch is already damaged, they'll replace it too. You should contact Volvo at 1-800-458-1552 to schedule the repair.
Show original NHTSA language
Original — What Happened
ON CERTAIN PASSENGER AND SPORT UTILITY VEHICLES, OVER AN EXTENDED PERIOD OF TIME, THE HEADLIGHT SWITCH MAY CEASE TO FUNCTION.
Original — Risk if Unfixed
THE HEAD LIGHTS MAY NOT OPERATE PROPERLY WHICH COULD RESULT IN INTERMITTENT OR NO HEADLIGHT FUNCTION. THIS COULD IMPAIR A DRIVER'S VISIBILITY, INCREASING THE RISK OF A CRASH.
Original — Remedy
ON VEHICLES WITH AN ORIGINAL OEM SWITCH, DEALERS WILL REPLACE THE HEADLIGHT SWITCH. ALL OTHER VEHICLES WILL BE INSPECTED TO DETERMINE IF THE SWITCH HAS EEN DAMAGED AND REPLACE ONLY IF NECESSARY. THE RECALL BEGAN ON JANUARY 24, 2005. OWNERS SHOULD CONTACT VOLVO AT 1-800-458-1552.
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