Recall 10V-566: 2007–2010 Volvo C30, 2006–2010 Volvo C70 and 7 more
VOLVO CARS OF N.A. LLC. recall for equipment, reported to NHTSA on Nov 8, 2010, covering about 416 vehicles.
The problem
Volvo is recalling certain vehicles equipped with garmin 760 portable global positioning system (Gps) units because the batteries on those units may overheat.
The risk
An overheated battery could lead to a fire.
The fix
Volvo advises owners to please stop using the garmin portable GPS device immediately, and visit the garmin website to determine if their unit is affected. The unit's battery will be replaced with a new battery and a spacer will be inserted on top of the battery next to the pcb. This service will be performed free of charge. The safety recall began on november 18, 2010. Owners may contact garmin at 866-957-1981 or visit garmin's website at www.garmin.com/nuvibatterypcbrecall.
Notes
Volvo safety recall no. R231.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 <a href=http://www.safercar.gov>http://www.safercar.gov</a> .
Recall details
| Manufacturer | VOLVO CARS OF N.A. LLC. |
|---|---|
| Component | Equipment › Electrical › Navigational System(Global Positioning System) |
| Recall started by | the manufacturer |
| NHTSA campaign number | 10V566000 |
Vehicles in this recall
| Vehicle | Model years | |
|---|---|---|
| Volvo C30 | 2007, 2008, 2009, 2010 | All years |
| Volvo C70 | 2006, 2007, 2008, 2009, 2010 | All years |
| Volvo S40 | 2004, 2005, 2006, 2007, 2008, 2009, 2010 | All years |
| Volvo S60 | 2001, 2002, 2003, 2004, 2005, 2006, 2007, 2008, 2009 | All years |
| Volvo S80 | 2000, 2001, 2002, 2003, 2004, 2005, 2006, 2007, 2008, 2009, 2010 | All years |
| Volvo V50 | 2005, 2006, 2007, 2008, 2009, 2010 | All years |
| Volvo V70 | 2001, 2002, 2003, 2004, 2005, 2006, 2007, 2008, 2009, 2010 | All years |
| Volvo XC70 | 2001, 2002, 2003, 2004, 2005, 2006, 2007, 2008, 2009, 2010 | All years |
| Volvo XC90 | 2003, 2004, 2005, 2006, 2007, 2008, 2009, 2010 | All 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 10V-566?
Volvo is recalling certain vehicles equipped with garmin 760 portable global positioning system (Gps) units because the batteries on those units may overheat.
How is recall 10V-566 fixed?
Volvo advises owners to please stop using the garmin portable GPS device immediately, and visit the garmin website to determine if their unit is affected. The unit's battery will be replaced with a new battery and a spacer will be inserted on top of the battery next to the pcb. This service will be performed free of charge. The safety recall began on november 18, 2010. Owners may contact garmin at 866-957-1981 or visit garmin's website at www.garmin.com/nuvibatterypcbrecall.
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.