Is your vehicle a ticking time bomb? Thousands of Volvos recalled after urgent warning
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Safety is a top priority when it comes to choosing a vehicle.
Drivers opt for brands that are synonymous with reliability and security, and Volvo has been a trusted name for decades.
However, even the most reputable companies could face unforeseen issues.
Volvo Cars Australia (VCA) issued an alarming recall for owners of their plug-in hybrid vehicles (PHEVs).
A total of 195 vehicles across four model lines—XC60 and XC90 SUVs, S60 sedans, and V60 wagons—were recalled.
The affected vehicles were built between 2019 and 2021.
According to the manufacturer's recall notice, several units had a manufacturing defect that could potentially lead to danger.
'Due to a manufacturing defect, the cell modules installed in the high voltage battery may be defective,' the notice read.
'As a result, it could cause a thermal overload leading to a vehicle fire when the vehicle is parked with a fully charged battery.'
What could this mean for the affected owners?
'A vehicle fire could increase the risk of injury or death to vehicle occupants, other road users, bystanders and/or damage to property,' the notice warned.
Last year, one of Volvo's earlier units, the XC40, caught fire in the wee hours of the morning.
A firefighter who responded to a vehicle fire suffered facial burns after a flashover.
Volvo has since then been proactive when it comes to recalls.
They provided a list of Vehicle Identification Numbers (VINs) affected by the recall.
For those driving any of the mentioned Volvo PHEV models, it's time to check the list.
Affected vehicle owners can contact an authorised Volvo dealership to schedule an appointment for the necessary repair work.
These repairs are free of charge—a consolation for the inconvenience and worry this recall may have caused owners.
Volvo's customer care hotline is also available for further information.
Volvo vehicle owners may call them at their hotline at 1300 787 802.
It's essential to take advantage of these resources to ensure your vehicle is safe to operate.
We encourage everyone to take immediate action if their vehicle is affected by this recall.
It's always better to be safe than sorry, particularly when it comes to everyone's safety.
You may read the full recall notice and the affected VINs here.
Have you been affected by the Volvo recall, or do you have any concerns about vehicle safety lately? Share your experiences and thoughts in the comments below.
Drivers opt for brands that are synonymous with reliability and security, and Volvo has been a trusted name for decades.
However, even the most reputable companies could face unforeseen issues.
Volvo Cars Australia (VCA) issued an alarming recall for owners of their plug-in hybrid vehicles (PHEVs).
A total of 195 vehicles across four model lines—XC60 and XC90 SUVs, S60 sedans, and V60 wagons—were recalled.
The affected vehicles were built between 2019 and 2021.
The Volvo XC90 has been one of the manufacturer's more popular models. International model shown. Image Credit: Volvo Australia
According to the manufacturer's recall notice, several units had a manufacturing defect that could potentially lead to danger.
'Due to a manufacturing defect, the cell modules installed in the high voltage battery may be defective,' the notice read.
'As a result, it could cause a thermal overload leading to a vehicle fire when the vehicle is parked with a fully charged battery.'
What could this mean for the affected owners?
'A vehicle fire could increase the risk of injury or death to vehicle occupants, other road users, bystanders and/or damage to property,' the notice warned.
Last year, one of Volvo's earlier units, the XC40, caught fire in the wee hours of the morning.
A firefighter who responded to a vehicle fire suffered facial burns after a flashover.
Volvo has since then been proactive when it comes to recalls.
They provided a list of Vehicle Identification Numbers (VINs) affected by the recall.
For those driving any of the mentioned Volvo PHEV models, it's time to check the list.
Affected vehicle owners can contact an authorised Volvo dealership to schedule an appointment for the necessary repair work.
These repairs are free of charge—a consolation for the inconvenience and worry this recall may have caused owners.
Volvo's customer care hotline is also available for further information.
Volvo vehicle owners may call them at their hotline at 1300 787 802.
It's essential to take advantage of these resources to ensure your vehicle is safe to operate.
We encourage everyone to take immediate action if their vehicle is affected by this recall.
It's always better to be safe than sorry, particularly when it comes to everyone's safety.
You may read the full recall notice and the affected VINs here.
