CarRecallWatch- Component
- STRUCTURE:BODY:TAILGATE
- Problem
- Volvo Car USA LLC (Volvo) is recalling certain 2018-2019 Volvo XC60 vehicles. Under certain conditions and cold temperatures, the tailgate lifting arms may freeze which may cause the lifting arms to separate from the vehicle.
- Risk
- If the tailgate lifting arms separate, the arms could project rearward with significant force, increasing the risk of injury.
- Remedy
- Volvo has notified owners, and dealers will replace the tailgate lift arms with an improved designed, free of charge. The recall began May 14, 2019. Owners may contact Volvo customer service at 1-800-458-1552. Volvo's number for this recall is R89910.
- 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
In certain cold-temperature conditions, the tailgate lifting arms can freeze, which may cause the arms to separate from the vehicle.
If the lifting arms separate, they could project rearward with significant force, increasing the risk of injury to people near the back of the vehicle. Owners should take this recall seriously.
Volvo will replace the tailgate lift arms with an improved design at no cost at an authorized dealer. Owners can contact Volvo customer service at 1-800-458-1552 and should check their VIN for any open recalls.
Check whether this recall is open on your vehicle
Official recall notice
Affected vehicles
| Volvo XC60 | 20182019 |
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