Component
AIR BAGS:FRONTAL
Manufacturer
Volvo Car USA, LLC
What Happened
The driver's air bag in your V70 or XC70 is the safety device that inflates to cushion the impact of a crash. In some 2001-2007 models, the air bag's propellant can degrade over time, causing it to malfunction.
Risk if Unfixed
If the air bag inflates improperly, it could explode, sending sharp metal fragments into you or your passengers, which could lead to serious injury or even death.
Free Fix
Your Volvo dealer will replace the faulty air bag with a new, safer one at no cost to you. Look for a recall notice in your mail, or contact Volvo Car's customer service at 1-888-458-1552 to schedule the repair.
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Original — What Happened
Volvo Cars USA, LLC (Volvo Car) is recalling certain 2001-2007 V70 and XC70 vehicles. The driver's air bag inflator may explode during deployment, due to propellant degradation occurring after long-term exposure to high absolute humidity, high temperatures, and high temperature cycling.
Original — Risk if Unfixed
An inflator explosion may result in sharp metal fragments striking the driver or other occupants, resulting in serious injury or death.
Original — Remedy
Dealers will replace the driver's air bag, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed December 14, 2021. Owners may contact Volvo Car customer service at 1-888-458-1552. Volvo Car's number for this recall is R10136.
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