NHTSA recall 15V-497 (15V497000)

air bags recall reported August 6, 2015 - about 3,911 vehicles affected.

NHTSA campaign number: 15V497000
Also written as: 15V-497
Reported: August 6, 2015
Vehicles affected: ~3,911
Component: air bags

What is being recalled

Volvo Cars of N.A., LLC (Volvo) is recalling certain model year 2016 Volvo XC90 vehicles manufactured January 27, 2015, to July 10, 2015. The third row seating side curtain air bags may not fully inflate.

Why it is dangerous

Underinflated air bags may not fully protect third row occupants, increasing the risk of injury in the event of a crash.

The fix (free at any franchised dealer)

Volvo will notify owners, and dealers will modify the D-pillar interior panels to allow full inflation of the third row airbags, free of charge. The recall began on September 21, 2015. Owners may contact Volvo Customer Care at 1-800-458-1552.

Recall repairs are always free, regardless of vehicle age or where you bought the car. Quote the campaign number 15V-497 when calling a dealer.

Affected 1 model

Volvo XC90 - 2016

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