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Volvo to recall over 500,000 cars due to a possible intake manifold fire

17/07/2019

Volvo will announce in the near future a recall for 507,354 vehicles of various models. The reason is a possible overheating and subsequent deformation of the plastic intake manifold. Deformation may have a negative effect on engine operation.

The problem is indicated by the check engine light on, engine shutdown or power loss. In the worst case, a localized fire in the engine compartment may occur.

Affected are the following models:

Volvo S80 / production 2013 – 2015
Volvo V70 / production 2013 – 2015
Volvo XC70 / production 2013 – 2015
Volvo XC60 / production 2013 – 2016
Volvo S60 / production 2013 – 2017
Volvo S60CC / production 2015 – 2016
Volvo V60 / production 2013 – 2017
Volvo V60CC / production 2015 – 2016
Volvo XC90 / production 2015 – 2017
Volvo V40 / production 2014 – 2018
Volvo V40CC / production 2014 – 2018
Volvo S90 / production 2016 – 2017
Volvo V90 / production 2016 – 2017
Volvo V90CC / production 2016 – 2018

Since the repair method will vary depending on the model and engine type, this recall with the code “R-29939” is only the initial information for the owners about a possible defect and its symptoms. Specific measures will be announced later this year in six separate recalls. We’ll keep you informed about all of them as soon as they appear in the EU Rapex or the UK DVSA systems.

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Update 19/7/19: Rapex has just released more information about the issue: “In certain driving conditions, the EGR cooling circuit may not be robust enough. As a result, an unexpected amount of soot may be generated, leading to increased risk of a fire in the engine compartment.” Check out the specific models in our Volvo Archive.

Note: The production periods in this article are different from the Rapex data. Please contact your nearest authorized dealer to verify if your vehicle is affected by this recall > https://car-recalls.eu/vin-check-recalls/volvo-uk-locate-a-dealer/

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Source: autoservicepraxis.de

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