Volvo recalls vehicles in US, Canada for seat belt problem
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Volvo is recalling about 79,000 cars and SUVs in the US and Canada because the front passenger seat belt may not hold people in a crash.
The recall covers certain S60, S90, V60, XC60 and XC90 vehicles from the 2016 and 2017 model years.
Volvo says in government documents that a buckle stud can come loose, allowing the buckle to separate from a bracket. If that happens, the belt may not hold the front passenger in a crash. The company said Wednesday it has no reports of injuries. It does not expect to find any loose studs but says it’s recalling the vehicles as a precaution.
Dealers will replace the buckle if needed at no cost to owners starting December 12.
Volvo began investigating the problem after getting reports of buckle failures starting in August. It traced the trouble to cars made from February 16, 2015, to August 22, 2016
Questions & Answers
Q.Which specific Volvo models are affected by this recall?
Which specific Volvo models are affected by this recall?
The recall applies to certain S60, S90, V60, XC60, and XC90 models. These vehicles are from the 2016 and 2017 model years, and were manufactured between February 2015 and August 2016.
Q.What is the precise nature of the defect causing this recall?
What is the precise nature of the defect causing this recall?
The problem is with the front passenger seat belt buckle. A buckle stud can become loose, which may cause the buckle to detach from its bracket, potentially failing to secure the passenger during a crash.
Q.When can affected vehicle owners expect to have the issue resolved?
When can affected vehicle owners expect to have the issue resolved?
Dealers will begin replacing the faulty buckle, if necessary, from December 12. This repair will be carried out at no charge to the vehicle owners.
Q.Has Volvo received any reports of injuries due to this seat belt problem?
Has Volvo received any reports of injuries due to this seat belt problem?
No, Volvo has confirmed that it has not received any reports of injuries related to this particular defect. The company is issuing the recall as a precautionary measure.
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