Volvo S90 recalled over injury risk

Recall date

March 12, 2020

Source

National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA)

Official notice title

Volvo Car USA, LLC recalls 2019–2020 Volvo — 9 models

Recall number

20V144000

Brand / firm

Volvo

Sold / distributed

Potentially affected: 121,605 units

Why it was recalled

If the automatic emergency braking system does not engage as intended, it can increase the risk of a crash.

What was recalled

Volvo Cars USA LLC (Volvo Cars) is recalling certain 2019-2020 S60, V60, V60 Cross Country, S90L, V90, V90 Cross Country, XC40, XC60, and XC90 vehicles. Due to a software/hardware incompatibility, the Automatic Emergency Brake (AEB) system may not detect obstacles and engage as intended.

What to do

Volvo will notify owners, and dealers will update the Active Safety Domain Master (ASDM) software, free of charge. The recall began April 9, 2020. Owners may contact Volvo customer service at 1-800-458-1552. Volvo's number for this recall is R29998.. Follow the official notice for full instructions.