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Volvo XC60 Recall 18V589: Charging cord may fail, causing shock or fire

NHTSA campaign 18V589, reported September 5, 2018, 172 vehicles potentially affected.

What this recall means for you

Certain 2019 Volvo XC60 plug-in hybrids use AeroVironment TurboCord and TurboDock/TurboDX charging systems. Capacitors inside these charging systems may fail, which could cause an electrical shock or a fire.

An electrical shock or fire can increase the risk of injury or death. Owners are advised not to use the charging cord until it has been inspected.

Volvo will notify affected owners, and an authorized dealer will inspect the charge cord and replace it if necessary, at no cost to you. Contact Volvo customer service at 1-800-458-1552 with questions, and check your vehicle identification number (VIN) for open recalls.

Check whether this recall is open on your vehicle

The repair is normally free at an authorized dealer.

Official recall notice

Safety recall 18V589Volvo Car USA LLC
Component
EQUIPMENT:ELECTRICAL
Problem
Volvo Car USA LLC (Volvo) is recalling certain 2019 Volvo XC60 hybrid electric vehicles, equipped with certain AeroVironment electric vehicle TurboCord and TurboDock/TurboDX charging systems. Capacitors within these charging systems may fail, possibly resulting in a shock hazard or a fire.
Risk
An electrical shock or a fire can increase the risk of injury or death.
Remedy
Volvo will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the charge cord, replacing it as necessary, free of charge. The recall began November 1, 2018. Owners may contact Volvo customer service at 1-800-458-1552. Volvo's number for this recall is R39901. Note: Owners are advised not to use the charging cord until it is inspected.
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.

Affected vehicles

Volvo XC602019