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Volvo C40BEV Recall 24V938: Driver Airbag May Not Deploy Properly in a Crash

NHTSA campaign 24V938, reported December 18, 2024, 2 vehicles potentially affected.

What this recall means for you

Certain Volvo C40 electric vehicles may have clamps that were improperly crimped on the driver's side inner far side airbag module. This defect can cause the airbag to deploy improperly.

An airbag that deploys improperly may not protect the driver as intended during a crash, which increases the risk of injury.

Owners should take their vehicle to an authorized Volvo dealer, where the driver's side inner far side airbag module will be replaced free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed January 24, 2025, and you can contact Volvo Car customer service at 1-800-458-1552 with questions. You can also check your VIN for open recalls to confirm whether your vehicle is affected.

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The repair is normally free at an authorized dealer.

Official recall notice

Safety recall 24V938Volvo Car USA, LLC
Component
AIR BAGS:FRONTAL:DRIVER SIDE:INFLATOR MODULE
Problem
Volvo Car USA, LLC (Volvo Car) is recalling certain 2023-2024 Volvo C40 vehicles. The clamps may be improperly crimped on the driver's side inner far side air bag module (FSAB), which can cause the air bag to deploy improperly.
Risk
An air bag that deploys improperly may not protect the driver as intended during a crash, increasing the risk of injury.
Remedy
Dealers will replace the driver's side inner FSAB, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed January 24, 2025. Owners may contact Volvo Car customer service at 1-800-458-1552. Volvo Car's number for this recall is R10296.
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 nhtsa.gov.

Affected vehicles

Volvo C40BEV20232024