S40 2.4i L5-2.4L VIN 38 B5244S4 (2008)
Power Steering Line/Hose: All Technical Service Bulletins
Recall 08V329000: Power Steering Return Line Replacement
MAKE/MODELS: MODEL/BUILD YEARS:
Volvo/C30 2008-2009
Volvo/C70 2008-2009
Volvo/S40 2008-2009
Volvo/V50 2008-2009
MANUFACTURER: Volvo Cars of N.A. LLC.
MFR'S REPORT DATE: July 17, 2008
NHTSA CAMPAIGN ID NUMBER: 08V329000
NHTSA ACTION NUMBER: N/A
COMPONENT: Steering: Hydraulic Power Assist: Hose, Piping, and Connections
POTENTIAL NUMBER OF UNITS AFFECTED: 1020
SUMMARY:
Volvo is recalling M/Y 2008-2009 vehicles. A section of the power steering return line hose was not properly vulcanized (cured) and does not meet
specifications. If the power steering return hose fails, a sudden rupture of the hose can occur.
CONSEQUENCE:
This can result in a rapid drainage of the power steering fluid in the system and a complete loss of power assistance, increasing the risk of a crash.
REMEDY:
Dealers will inspect and replace the steering return line hose assembly free of charge. The recall is expected to begin during July 2008. Owners may
contact Volvo at 1-800-458-1552.
NOTES:
Volvo recall No. 201. Customers 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 http://www.safercar.gov.