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SevereNHTSA·18V554000·Announced 2018-08-22

Volvo Recalls 2019 XC40 Vehicles Due to Brake Pedal Rivet Defect

Volvo is recalling 2019 XC40 vehicles because brake pedals may not be correctly riveted, potentially reducing braking performance and increasing crash risk.

NHTSA safety advisory

Do not drive this vehicle

NHTSA advises owners to stop driving this vehicle until the recall repair has been completed.

This is the agency’s own advisory, not our assessment. Contact the manufacturer or a dealer, and see the official NHTSA notice for the current guidance.

What this means for you

Illness, injury, or structural failure has been reported. Stop using the product immediately and contact the manufacturer for a refund or repair.

Our severity reasoning: The recall involves a structural vehicle defect in the braking system that can reduce braking performance and increase the risk of a crash, meeting the criteria for a Severe rating.

Plain-English summary

Volvo Car USA LLC is recalling certain 2019 Volvo XC40 vehicles. The recall addresses a defect where the brake pedals may not have been correctly riveted. This issue allows the pedal to move out of position, which can reduce braking performance.

Reduced braking performance can increase the risk of a crash. The defect is classified under Service Brakes, Hydraulic: Pedals and Linkages.

Volvo has notified owners advising them to stop driving their vehicle. Cars will be inspected on-site or towed to dealers, and the brake pedals will be replaced as necessary, free of charge. Volvo began contacting owners on August 23, 2018. Owners may contact Volvo customer service at 1-800-458-1552 or the NHTSA Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236.

The recalled product

Product
VOLVO XC40
Brand
VOLVO
Manufacturer
Volvo Car USA LLC
Category
Vehicle — Braking System
Hazard
Affected units
71

Is your product affected?

Check your packaging against the codes below. If any of them match, the product is part of this recall.

Model numbers (1)

  • XC40

Distribution

Distributed nationwide across the United States.

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