Volvo Car Xc60: Gearbox May Jam

Volvo Recall Summary Volvo is recalling approximately 62,649 vehicles including XC60, C30, S40, V50, S80, V70, C70, XC70, and XC90 models in the United Kingdom due to a gear shift mechanism that may loosen over time and jam. If the mechanism jams, drivers may be unable to change gears or select neutral. Volvo will inspect and secure the ball joint in the gear selector as needed.

Recalling firm
VOLVO CAR
Product
Vehicles: VOLVO CAR XC60, VOLVO CAR C30, VOLVO CAR S40, VOLVO CAR V50, VOLVO CAR S80, VOLVO CAR V70, VOLVO CAR C70, VOLVO CAR XC70, VOLVO CAR XC90. Units affected: 62,649
Reason
A section of the gear shift mechanism may over time become loose and cause the mechanism to become jammed. If this was to occur it might not be possible to change gear or select neutral. Remedy: Recall the vehicles that are likely to be affected to check that the ball joint for the gear selector is properly secured.
Category
vehicle recall
Country
United Kingdom
Agency
UK Driver and Vehicle Standards Agency
Recall date
2010-06-11
Status
Ongoing
Distribution
United Kingdom

Official recall notice from UK Driver and Vehicle Standards Agency

Recall details on Nibble Recalls: https://trynibble.app/recalls/07baa1a2-a9a9-45c2-8ffe-066401eaa43a