Recall 20V-144: 2019–2020 Volvo S60, 2019–2020 Volvo S90 and 7 more
Volvo Car USA LLC recall for forward collision avoidance, reported to NHTSA on Mar 12, 2020, covering about 121,605 vehicles.
The problem
Volvo Cars USA LLC (Volvo Cars) is recalling certain 2019-2020 S60, V60, V60 Cross Country, S90L, V90, V90 Cross Country, XC40, XC60, and XC90 vehicles. Due to a software/hardware incompatibility, the Automatic Emergency Brake (AEB) system may not detect obstacles and engage as intended.
The risk
If the automatic emergency braking system does not engage as intended, it can increase the risk of a crash.
The fix
Volvo will notify owners, and dealers will update the Active Safety Domain Master (ASDM) software, free of charge. The recall began April 9, 2020. Owners may contact Volvo customer service at 1-800-458-1552. Volvo's number for this recall is R29998.
Notes
Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.safercar.gov.
Recall details
| Manufacturer | Volvo Car USA LLC |
|---|---|
| Component | Forward Collision Avoidance › Automatic Emergency Braking Forward Collision Avoidance › Software › Pedestrian/Cyclist/Object/Obstacle/ Recognition |
| Recall started by | the manufacturer |
| NHTSA campaign number | 20V144000 |
Vehicles in this recall
| Vehicle | Model years | |
|---|---|---|
| Volvo S60 | 2019, 2020 | All years |
| Volvo S90 | 2019, 2020 | All years |
| Volvo V60 | 2019, 2020 | All years |
| Volvo V60CC | 2019, 2020 | All years |
| Volvo V90 | 2019, 2020 | All years |
| Volvo V90CC | 2019, 2020 | All years |
| Volvo XC40 | 2019, 2020 | All years |
| Volvo XC60 | 2019, 2020 | All years |
| Volvo XC90 | 2019, 2020 | 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 20V-144?
Volvo Cars USA LLC (Volvo Cars) is recalling certain 2019-2020 S60, V60, V60 Cross Country, S90L, V90, V90 Cross Country, XC40, XC60, and XC90 vehicles. Due to a software/hardware incompatibility, the Automatic Emergency Brake (AEB) system may not detect obstacles and engage as intended.
How is recall 20V-144 fixed?
Volvo will notify owners, and dealers will update the Active Safety Domain Master (ASDM) software, free of charge. The recall began April 9, 2020. Owners may contact Volvo customer service at 1-800-458-1552. Volvo's number for this recall is R29998.
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.