Volvo Car S60: Loss Of Power Steering Assistance
Volvo Recall Summary Volvo is recalling approximately 18,804 vehicles (S60, XC60, XC70, V70, S80, and V60 models) because the auxiliary drive belt tensioner can wear prematurely and fail, which may cause loss of power steering assistance. In rare cases, a failed tensioner or belt could also result in loss of engine power. Volvo will replace the auxiliary drive belt and tensioner on affected vehicles.
- Recalling firm
- VOLVO CAR
- Product
- Vehicles: VOLVO CAR S60, VOLVO CAR XC60, VOLVO CAR XC70, VOLVO CAR V70, VOLVO CAR S80, VOLVO CAR V60. Units affected: 18,804
- Reason
- The auxiliary drive belt tensioner can suffer from premature wear which may cause it to fail. This can lead to loss of steering power assistance and a slight possibility of loss of drive should the drive belt or tensioner invade the cambelt area. Remedy: Recall the vehicles that are likely to be affected to replace the auxiliary drive belt and tensioner.
- Classification
- Class I
- Category
- vehicle recall
- Country
- United Kingdom
- Agency
- UK Driver and Vehicle Standards Agency
- Recall date
- 2013-11-28
- Status
- Ongoing
- Distribution
- United Kingdom
Official recall notice from UK Driver and Vehicle Standards Agency
Recall details on Nibble Recalls: https://trynibble.app/recalls/06f90376-7268-487b-98e7-d43283f85745