NHTSA recall 18V-535 (18V535000)
seats recall reported August 15, 2018 - about 27 vehicles affected.
- NHTSA campaign number
- 18V535000
- Also written as
- 18V-535
- Manufacturer number
- R89898
- Reported
- August 15, 2018
- Vehicles affected
- ~27
- Component
- seats
What is being recalled
Volvo Cars USA LLC (Volvo) is recalling certain 2019 Volvo XC40 vehicles. The rear seats may not have rear seat back lock strikers, allowing the seat back to move forward during certain hard braking conditions or a crash.
Why it is dangerous
If the seat back moves forward during hard braking or in a crash, it can increase the risk of injury.
The fix (free at any franchised dealer)
Volvo will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the vehicles and install the seat back lock strikers if they are missing, free of charge. The recall began October 12, 2018. Owners may contact Volvo customer service at 1-800-458-1552. Volvo's number for this recall is R89898.
Recall repairs are always free, regardless of vehicle age or where you bought the car. Quote the campaign number 18V-535 when calling a dealer.
Affected 1 model
Each year links to that car's full history: every recall, owner complaints and common problems.
Source: NHTSA recall campaign data (public domain), refreshed weekly. See also the latest recall campaigns.