Is This A Lemon?

NHTSA recall campaign

18V535000

ManufacturerVolvo Car USA LLCReported2018-08-15Affected27 vehicles

What was wrong

Defect

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.

Risk

If the seat back moves forward during hard braking or in a crash, it can increase the risk of injury.

Manufacturer remedy

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.

To check whether your specific VIN is covered and to find a participating dealer, look this campaign up on NHTSA.gov →

Affected vehicles

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