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SevereNHTSA·23V827000·Announced 2023-12-07

Volvo Recalls XC90 Models Due to Loose Second-Row Seat Belt Buckles

Volvo is recalling 2015-2024 XC90 vehicles because second-row seat belt buckle bolts may not be tightened properly, increasing injury risk in a crash.

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 (seat belt anchorage) that compromises occupant restraint, meeting the rubric criteria for a Severe rating.

Plain-English summary

Volvo Car USA, LLC is recalling certain 2015-2024 XC90 vehicles due to a defect in the second-row seat belt system. The second-row seat belt buckle and lower belt anchor bolts may not be tightened properly.

An improperly tightened seat belt buckle may not restrain an occupant as intended, which increases the risk of injury during a crash. This recall affects 2,911 vehicles.

Dealers will inspect and tighten the second-row seat belt buckle anchorage bolts, as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed on January 19, 2024. Owners may contact Volvo Car customer service at 1-800-458-1552 or the NHTSA Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236.

The recalled product

Product
VOLVO XC90
Brand
VOLVO
Manufacturer
Volvo Car USA, LLC
Category
Vehicle — Seat Belt
Hazard
Affected units
2,911

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)

  • XC90

Distribution

Distributed nationwide across the United States.

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