2013 VOLVO XC70 RECALL - #12V415000
RECALL FOR TIRES : PRESSURE MONITORING AND REGULATING SYSTEMS
Volvo is recalling certain model year 2013 S80 and XC70 vehicles. A software error within the Central Electronic Module (CEM) will result in the "TPMS Service Required" message appearing after approximately 15 minutes of accumulated driving over 25 mph. The error will prevent the Tire Pressure Monitoring System from warning the driver that a tire needs air. Thus, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard No. 138, "Tire Pressure Monitoring System."
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National Highway Traffic Safety Administration.
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Recall Details
| Vehicle |
2013 VOLVO XC70 |
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| Manufacturer |
Volvo Cars of N.A., LLC |
| Manufactured between |
1/1/1900 - 1/1/1900 |
| Recalled on |
8/28/2012 |
| Influenced by |
Volvo Cars of N.A., LLC |
| Owners Notified on |
10/12/2012 |
| # Affected |
286 |
| Recalled for |
TIRES:PRESSURE MONITORING AND REGULATING SYSTEMS |
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| Description |
Volvo is recalling certain model year 2013 S80 and XC70 vehicles. A software error within the Central Electronic Module (CEM) will result in the "TPMS Service Required" message appearing after approximately 15 minutes of accumulated driving over 25 mph. The error will prevent the Tire Pressure Monitoring System from warning the driver that a tire needs air. Thus, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard No. 138, "Tire Pressure Monitoring System." |
| Consequences |
A malfunctioning TPMS cannot warn a driver that a tire is underinflated. Underinflated tires can result in tire overloading and overheating, which could lead to a blowout and possible crash. |
| Corrective action |
Volvo will notify owners and dealers will reprogram the vehicle's TPMS. This service will be performed free of charge. The safety recall began on October 12, 2012. Owners may contact Volvo at 1-800-458-1552. |
| Notes |
Volvo's safety recall number is 256.Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration's vehicle safety hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.safercar.gov. |
| See also |
2013 VOLVO XC70 Recall for SEAT BELTS, FRONT
2013 VOLVO XC70 Recall for SEAT BELTS, FRONT
2013 VOLVO XC70 Recall for SEAT BELTS, FRONT
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