NHTSA 19V046000 United States
Volvo XC60 recall: Structure:body:tailgate
Official safety recall 19V046000 published by NHTSA.
High risk
Contact an authorised dealer of the maker. Recall repairs are free of charge.
Campaign19V046000
ComponentStructure:body:tailgate
Report date2019-01-18
ManufacturerVolvo Car USA LLC
Affected vehicles
| Vehicle | Model year | Market |
|---|---|---|
| Volvo XC60 | 2018 | United States |
| Volvo XC60 | 2019 | United States |
The problem
Volvo Car USA LLC (Volvo) is recalling certain 2018-2019 Volvo XC60 vehicles. Under certain conditions and cold temperatures, the tailgate lifting arms may freeze which may cause the lifting arms to separate from the vehicle.
If the tailgate lifting arms separate, the arms could project rearward with significant force, increasing the risk of injury.
The official remedy
Volvo has notified owners, and dealers will replace the tailgate lift arms with an improved designed, free of charge. The recall began May 14, 2019. Owners may contact Volvo customer service at 1-800-458-1552. Volvo's number for this recall is R89910.