Component
AIR BAGS:FRONTAL
Manufacturer
Volvo Car USA, LLC
What Happened
Volvo is recalling your 2001-2007 V70 or XC70 to replace a faulty air bag that could rupture and cause serious injury or death. The air bag's propellant can break down over time, especially in hot and humid weather.
Risk if Unfixed
If the air bag explodes, metal fragments could hit you or your passengers, leading to serious injury or even death.
Free Fix
Volvo will replace the faulty air bag at no cost to you. You should contact Volvo's customer service at 1-888-458-1552 to schedule the repair, and have your recall notice handy with the number R10136.
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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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