recall information
Recall number
REC-001492
PRA number
2011/12747
Campaign number
R89240
Original published date
make and model information
Make
Volvo
Model
S80
Year range
2006 - 2007
Affected units
79
What are the defects?
The power steering return line may fail due to incorrect routing of the power steering cooling line. Should this condition occur, it may result in a sudden drainage of power steering oil and a loss of power steering assistance. Since this may appear suddenly and without any relevant warnings to the driver, this condition poses an unreasonable risk to motor vehicle safety.
What are the hazards?
In the worst case scenario, if this condition were to occur, there is the possibility of the power steering fluid igniting, which could lead to an engine bay fire.
What should consumers do?
Owners of affected vehicles will be contacted by letter.
Owners are advised to contact their authorised Volvo dealer to have power steering cooling line correctly routed and replaced if necessary.
Owners are advised to contact their authorised Volvo dealer to have power steering cooling line correctly routed and replaced if necessary.
Supplier details
Volvo Car Australia Pty Ltd
Responsible regulator
Department of Infrastructure, Transport, Regional Development, Communications and the Arts is the responsible regulator for this recall.
