Volvo Recalls S90, XC60, and XC90 Models for Brake System Defect
Volvo is recalling 2020-2021 S90, XC60, and XC90 vehicles because a brake component may separate, potentially reducing braking assistance and increasing crash risk.
What this means for you
Our assessment, not the agency’s: severity 4/5 (Severe).
The hazard poses a serious risk of illness, injury, or structural failure. 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 may result in a loss of critical safety features (ABS/ESC) and an increased risk of a crash, meeting the criteria for a Severe rating.
Plain-English summary
Volvo Car USA, LLC is recalling certain 2021 S90L, 2020-2021 XC60, and 2020-2021 XC90 vehicles. The recall addresses a defect in the integrated brake system where an improperly welded rotor and shaft may separate.
This separation may cause a reduction in braking assistance and a loss of the Antilock Brake System (ABS) and Electronic Stability Control (ESC), which increases the risk of a crash. The affected vehicles are 2020-2021 Volvo XC60 and XC90 models, as well as 2021 Volvo S90 models.
Dealers will replace the hydraulic unit free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed on October 22, 2021. Owners may contact Volvo Car customer service at 1-888-458-1552 or the NHTSA Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236.
The recalled product
- Product
- VOLVO XC60, XC90, S90
- Brand
- VOLVO
- Manufacturer
- Volvo Car USA, LLC
- Category
- Vehicle — Brake System
- Affected units
- 9
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 (3)
- XC60
- XC90
- S90
Distribution
Distributed nationwide across the United States.
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