10.0
really awful- Crashes / Fires:
- 0 / 1
- Injuries / Deaths:
- 0 / 0
- Average Mileage:
- 120,250 miles
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Have had multiple overheating incidents while driving, which coincided with the air conditioner stopping working. I think learned of Volvo recall #09V218000 which describes exactly the failure I've been experiencing. I contacted Volvo customer service, but they claim that my VIN does not fall under the vehicles recalled. The referenced above was for 17,614 2008-2009 XC70, S80, and V70 vehicles. Evidently was related to a software programming error in the fan control module, and the defect corrective action was supposed to be replacing the FCM. Volvo told me that they will not assist with this effort, even though it's a major safety issue effected by the recall, but apparently not my specific VIN. Any assistance in getting additional vins added to this recall would be greatly appreciated.
- San Antonio, TX, USA
The contact owns a 2008 Volvo XC70. The contact stated that hot air blew from the air vents when the air conditioning was activated. Also, the engine overheated warning indicator illuminated. The vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic who stated that the fan control module needed to be replaced. Prestige Volvo (285 East NJ-10, East hanover, NJ 07936, (973) 884-2400) was contacted and stated that they could not assist with the failure. The vehicle was not repaired. The VIN was not included in NHTSA campaign number: 09V218000 (engine and engine cooling). The manufacturer was not made aware of the failure. The failure mileage was approximately 100,000.
- West New York, NJ, USA
The contact owns a 2008 Volvo XC70. While driving various speeds, the air conditioner failed and several warning indicators illuminated on the instrument panel. The vehicle was not diagnosed nor repaired. The VIN was not included in NHTSA campaign number: 09V218000 (engine and engine cooling). The manufacturer was notified of the failure. The approximate failure mileage was 96,000.
- Greenville, SC, USA
- Covington, KY, USA