If the tailgate lifting arms separate, the arms could project rearward with significant force, increasing the risk of injury.

Structure — Body — Tailgate

Date Announced

JAN 18, 2019

Vehicles Affected

45,990

Volvo Recall #

R89910

NHTSA Campaign #

19V046000

Summary

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.

Actions

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.

Documents (15)

• Recall 573 Report - AMENDMENT 1
• Recall 573 Report - AMENDMENT 2
• ISSUED Interim Owner Notification Letter(Part 577)
• Manufacturer Notices(to Dealers,etc) - January 18, 2019 - Subject: Recall R89910
• Remedy Instructions and TSB
• Remedy Instructions and TSB
• Remedy Instructions and TSB
• Defect Notice 573 Report
• Recall Acknowledgement
• ISSUED Owner Notification Letter(Part 577)
• ISSUED Owner Notification Letter(Part 577)
• Recall Quarterly Report #2, 2019-3
• Recall Quarterly Report #1, 2019-2
• Recall Quarterly Report #3, 2019-4
• ISSUED Renotification Notice - 12/12/19