Component
VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL
Manufacturer
VOLVO CARS OF N.A. LLC.
What Happened
The throttle positioning sensor is a crucial part that helps your car know how much gas you're giving it. In some 2006 Volvo vehicles, this sensor, the throttle housing, or the software that controls it might not be working correctly.
Risk if Unfixed
If this happens, you might see a warning light come on, and your car could suddenly go into a 'limp home' mode, limiting its speed and power. This could make it harder to drive, especially on the highway.
Free Fix
Your Volvo dealer will update the software in your vehicle to fix the issue, and this repair is completely free. You should schedule the update as soon as you get the recall notice.
Show original NHTSA language
Original — What Happened
ON CERTAIN PASSENGER VEHICLES, A COMBINATION OF THROTTLE POSITIONING SENSOR IRREGULARITIES, A DIRTY THROTTLE HOUSING, AND/OR INEFFICIENT SOFTWARE CALIBRATION MAY CAUSE A WARNING LAMP TO LIGHT AND THE SUBSEQUENT ONSET OF LIMP HOME MODES.
Original — Risk if Unfixed
THIS RESULTED IN A HIGH NUMBER OF VEHICLES GOING INTO THE LIMP HOME MODE WITHOUT NEED.
Original — Remedy
DEALERS WILL INSTALL THE CURRENT SOFTWARE UPGRADE ONTO THE INVOLVED VEHICLES. THE RECALL BEGAN ON DECEMBER 29, 2006. OWNERS MAY CONTACT VOLVO AT 1-800-458-1552.
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