NHTSA Recall 12V101000
NHTSA Campaign Id 12V101000; Date: Mar. 14, 2012
If this condition exists, the underbody coating may penetrate the fuels lines and cause fuel leakage, increasing the risk of a fire.
Recalled Vehicles:
2012 Volvo S60; 2012 Volvo XC60
Component: Structure:body
Manufactured by: Volvo Cars Of N. A. Llc.
Affected Units:: 2,742
Recall Summary:
Volvo is recalling certain model year 2012 s60 and xc60 passenger vehicles. An incorrect mixture of underbody coating and over-application can result in rigid, icicle-like areas hanging from vehicle�s undercarriage.
How to Fix:
Dealers will inspect the vehicle undercarriage, and if excessive underbody coating is found in the fuel line area, it will be removed. If the inspection reveals that the fuel lines are damaged, they will be replaced. The safety recall began on April 25, 2012. Owners may contact Volvo customer care center at 1-800-458-1552.
Recall Notes:
Volvo safety recall no. R251. 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: Apr 25, 2012
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