CarRecallWatch- Component
- SEATS:MID/REAR ASSEMBLY
- Problem
- Volvo Cars USA LLC (Volvo) is recalling certain 2019 Volvo XC40 vehicles. The rear seats may not have rear seat back lock strikers, allowing the seat back to move forward during certain hard braking conditions or a crash.
- Risk
- If the seat back moves forward during hard braking or in a crash, it can increase the risk of injury.
- Remedy
- Volvo will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the vehicles and install the seat back lock strikers if they are missing, free of charge. The recall began October 12, 2018. Owners may contact Volvo customer service at 1-800-458-1552. Volvo's number for this recall is R89898.
- Notes
- Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.safercar.gov.
What this recall means for you
Some 2019 model-year vehicles may have rear seats that lack the lock strikers that hold the seatback in place. If the seatback is not secured, it can move forward during hard braking or in a crash, which can increase the risk of injury to occupants.
The repair is free. Authorized dealers will inspect the rear seats and install the missing seat back lock strikers at no cost to owners. Volvo will also notify affected owners directly. You can check your vehicle's VIN for open recalls and contact Volvo customer service at 1-800-458-1552, referencing recall number R89898.
Check whether this recall is open on your vehicle
Official recall notice
Affected vehicles
| Volvo XC40 | 2019 |
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