NHTSA Recall 07V221000
NHTSA Campaign Id 07V221000; Date: May. 25, 2007
Misplacement of the jack's crank handle can pose a safety risk as it can result in a short circuit of the battery which could then lead to a fire.
Recalled Vehicles:
2005 Volvo XC90
Component: Electrical System:battery:cables
Manufactured by: Volvo Cars Of N. A. Llc.
Affected Units:: 42,211
Recall Summary:
On certain passenger vehicles, it has been determined that while doing battery maintenance the jack's crank handle can be misplaced under a bracket which retains the battery.
How to Fix:
Dealers will inspect and ensure proper placement of the jack crank handle and a warning label with approved text will be affixed to the bracket which retains the battery. This warning label will inform an operator not to place the jack crank handle between the bracket and the battery free of charge. The recall began on July 7, 2007. Owners may contact Volvo at 1-800-458-1552.
Recall Notes:
Volvo recall no. Sc179. This action is deemed a safety improvement campaign and is not being conducted under the safety act. 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.
Date Owners notified by Manufacturer: Jul 3, 2007
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