NHTSA recall 07V-218 (07V218000)

latches, locks and linkages recall reported May 23, 2007 - about 7,828 vehicles affected.

NHTSA campaign number: 07V218000
Also written as: 07V-218
Manufacturer number: R180
Reported: May 23, 2007
Vehicles affected: ~7,828
Component: latches, locks and linkages

What is being recalled

ON CERTAIN PASSENGER VEHICLES, AN INCORRECT TEMPORARY ASSEMBLY INSTRUCTION RESULTED IN AN INCORRECT ASSEMBLY OF THE LEFT DOOR HANDLE BOWDEN CABLE ATTACHMENT.

Why it is dangerous

THIS INCORRECT ASSEMBLY MAY RESULT IN THE LEFT DOOR NOT MEETING CERTAIN LEGAL REQUIREMENTS AT A CERTAIN CRASH SCENARIO.

The fix (free at any franchised dealer)

DEALERS WILL ADJUST THE LEFT DOOR BOWDEN CABLE BY REMOVING AN EXISTING CABLE TIE AND PLACING THE BOWDEN CABLE IN ITS DESIGNATED POSITION FREE OF CHARGE. THE RECALL BEGAN ON JUNE 29, 2007. OWNERS MAY CONTACT VOLVO AT 1-800-458-1552.

Recall repairs are always free, regardless of vehicle age or where you bought the car. Quote the campaign number 07V-218 when calling a dealer.

Affected 1 model

Volvo C70 - 2007

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