Recall 01V-100: 2001 Volvo S80, 2001 Volvo V70

VOLVO CARS OF NA, INC. recall for seat belts, reported to NHTSA on Mar 26, 2001, covering about 3,276 vehicles.

NHTSA number
01V-100
Report date
Mar 26, 2001
Vehicles affected
3,276
Owners notified
May 7, 2001

The problem

Vehicle description: sedans and wagons. The rear outboard seat belt anchorage bolts may have been incorrectly tightened.

The risk

In the event of a crash, the seat occupant may not be properly restrained, increasing the risk of injury.

The fix

Dealers will inspect the anchorage bolts and tighten to the correct torque level. Owner notification began may 7, 2001. Owners who take their vehicles to an authorized dealer on an agreed upon service date and do not receive the free remedy within a reasonable time should contact volvo at 1-800-458-1552.

Notes

Also contact the national highway traffic safety administration's auto safety hotline at 1-888-dash-2-DOT (1-888-327-4236).

Recall details

ManufacturerVOLVO CARS OF NA, INC.
ComponentSeat Belts › Front › Anchorage
Recall started bythe manufacturer
NHTSA campaign number01V100000

Vehicles in this recall

VehicleModel years
Volvo S802001All years
Volvo V702001All years

Not every vehicle of these model years is included. Enter your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls ↗ or ask a dealer.

Frequently asked questions

What is recall 01V-100?

Vehicle description: sedans and wagons. The rear outboard seat belt anchorage bolts may have been incorrectly tightened.

How is recall 01V-100 fixed?

Dealers will inspect the anchorage bolts and tighten to the correct torque level. Owner notification began may 7, 2001. Owners who take their vehicles to an authorized dealer on an agreed upon service date and do not receive the free remedy within a reasonable time should contact volvo at 1-800-458-1552.

Is the recall repair free?

Yes. Safety recall repairs are free at authorized dealers. Check whether your vehicle is included with its VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.