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NHTSA recall 19V-046 (19V046000)

structure recall reported January 18, 2019 - about 45,990 vehicles affected.

NHTSA campaign number
19V046000
Also written as
19V-046
Manufacturer number
R89910
Reported
January 18, 2019
Vehicles affected
~45,990
Component
structure

What is being recalled

Volvo Car USA LLC (Volvo) is recalling certain 2018-2019 Volvo XC60 vehicles. Under certain conditions and cold temperatures, the tailgate lifting arms may freeze which may cause the lifting arms to separate from the vehicle.

Why it is dangerous

If the tailgate lifting arms separate, the arms could project rearward with significant force, increasing the risk of injury.

The fix (free at any franchised dealer)

Volvo has notified owners, and dealers will replace the tailgate lift arms with an improved designed, free of charge. The recall began May 14, 2019. Owners may contact Volvo customer service at 1-800-458-1552. Volvo's number for this recall is R89910.

Recall repairs are always free, regardless of vehicle age or where you bought the car. Quote the campaign number 19V-046 when calling a dealer.

Affected 1 model

Volvo XC60 - 2018, 2019

Each year links to that car's full history: every recall, owner complaints and common problems.

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Source: NHTSA recall campaign data (public domain), refreshed weekly. See also the latest recall campaigns.