Volvo Car USA, LLC recalls 2016 Volvo Xc90

Recall date

May 4, 2016

Source

National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA)

Recall number

16V268000

Brand / firm

Volvo

Sold / distributed

Potentially affected: 30,214 units

Why it was recalled

If the switch is unintentionally pressed and the sunroof panel closes, there is an increased risk of occupant injury.

What was recalled

Volvo Car USA LLC (Volvo) is recalling certain model year 2016 XC90 vehicles manufactured January 27, 2015, to April 23, 2016. The sunroofs on the affected vehicles have a switch on the overhead console that may not be adequately recessed to prevent the switch from being unintentionally pressed. When pressed, the sunroof may fully close. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) number 118, "Power-Operated Window, Partition, and Roof Panel Systems."

What to do

Volvo will notify owners, and dealers will perform a software upgrade that disables the auto-close function, free of charge. The recall began June 24, 2016. Owners may contact Volvo customer service at 1-800-458-1552 or by visiting http://Volvo.custhelp.com. Volvo's number for this recall is R89702.. Follow the official notice for full instructions.