NHTSA recall campaign
19V046000
ManufacturerVolvo Car USA LLCReported2019-01-18Affected45,990 vehicles
What was wrong
Defect
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.
Risk
If the tailgate lifting arms separate, the arms could project rearward with significant force, increasing the risk of injury.
Manufacturer remedy
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.
To check whether your specific VIN is covered and to find a participating dealer, look this campaign up on NHTSA.gov →