recall information
Recall number
REC-004983
Campaign number
R10136
Original published date
make and model information
Make
Volvo
Model
V70 and XC70
Year range
2000 - 2008
Affected units
6,362
Variant applicability
All variants within this model
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Identifying features
VIN (Vehicle identification number)
What are the defects?
The driver's airbag inflator may rupture in the event of airbag deployment in the event of a crash.
What are the hazards?
In the event that a defective airbag inflator ruptures, metal fragments may propel out through the airbag cushion towards the vehicle occupants causing serious injury or death.
What should consumers do?
Owners of affected vehicles can contact their nearest authorised Volvo dealer and organise to have the driver's airbag replaced free of charge.
The listing of Volvo dealers can be found at: https://www.volvocars.com/au/dealers/find-dealer
The listing of Volvo dealers can be found at: https://www.volvocars.com/au/dealers/find-dealer
Supplier details
Volvo Car Corporation
Who should owners/operators contact for more information?
Contact name
Volvo Customer Care
Contact phone
1300 787 802
Contact email
owners.australia@volvocars.com
Contact website
Responsible regulator
Department of Infrastructure, Transport, Regional Development, Communications and the Arts is the responsible regulator for this recall.
