Recall 12V317000: 2011–2013 Volvo S80
Updated from NHTSA data · How we count
- Report date
- Jul 6, 2012
- Vehicles affected
- 1,469
- Models
- 1
- Initiated by
- Manufacturer
The problem
Volvo is recalling certain model year 2011-2013 s80 vehicles. A software error may prevent the transmission from downshifting such as shifting from fifth to fourth gear when coasting.
The risk
This may result in decreased engine rpms and possible engine stall, increasing the risk of a crash.
The fix
Volvo will notify owners, and dealers will upgrade the software to the transmission control module, free of charge. The safety recall began on august 10, 2012. Owners may contact volvo cars at 1-800-458-1552.
Notes
The volvo recall campaign number is 255.customers may contact the national highway traffic safety administration's vehicle safety hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (tty: 1-800-424-9153); or go to http://www.safercar.gov.
Affected vehicles
- 2011 Volvo S80
- 2012 Volvo S80
- 2013 Volvo S80
Details
- NHTSA campaign
- 12V317000
- Manufacturer campaign
- 255
- Manufacturer
- VOLVO CARS OF N.A. LLC.
- Owner letters
- Aug 10, 2012
- Components
- Power train:automatic transmission:control module (tcm/pcm/tecm) (Transmission & Drivetrain)
Recall repairs are free at authorized dealers. To see if your vehicle is included, enter your VIN at NHTSA.gov or call the manufacturer.
Source: U.S. National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) Office of Defects Investigation public data. Complaints are submitted by owners and are not verified by NHTSA or by us; a complaint does not prove a defect exists. Methodology