CarRecallWatch- Component
- SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC:PEDALS AND LINKAGES
- Problem
- Volvo Car USA LLC (Volvo) is recalling certain 2019 Volvo XC40 vehicles. The brake pedals may not have been correctly riveted, allowing the pedal to move out of position, possibly reducing braking performance.
- Risk
- Reduced braking performance can increase the risk of a crash.
- Remedy
- Volvo has notified owners advising them to stop driving their vehicle. Cars will be inspected on-site or towed to dealers and the brake pedals will be replaced as necessary, free of charge. Volvo began contacting their owners on August 23, 2018. Owners may contact Volvo customer service at 1-800-458-1552. Volvo's number for this recall is R59899.
- 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
Certain 2019 Volvo XC40 vehicles may have brake pedals that were not correctly riveted. The pedal can move out of position, which may reduce braking performance.
Reduced braking performance can increase the risk of a crash. Volvo has notified owners to stop driving their vehicle. Your vehicle will be inspected on-site or towed to a dealer, and the brake pedal will be replaced if needed. The repair is free of charge. Volvo can be reached at 1-800-458-1552, and you can check your VIN for any open recalls.
Check whether this recall is open on your vehicle
Official recall notice
Affected vehicles
| Volvo XC40 | 2019 |
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