NHTSA Recall 04V051000: Brake lights (exterior lighting)
VOLVO CARS OF N.A. LLC. reported this safety recall to NHTSA on , covering an estimated 3,242 vehicles. It affects 2 models including the Volvo V70.
| NHTSA campaign | 04V051000 |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer campaign | R131 |
| Component | EXTERIOR LIGHTING › BRAKE LIGHTS |
| Report received | February 2, 2004 |
| Owner notification | February 23, 2004 |
| Initiated by | Manufacturer |
Defect
On certain sport utility vehicles, the rear left and right brake light relays may not function when the brake pedal is depressed or may stay on continuously. The high positioned brake light and all other tail lights will not be affected.
Safety risk
If the brake lights fail to come on, there will be no lower brake lights to indicate to following vehicles that the vehicle is decelerating, which could result in a crash.
Remedy
Dealers will replace the brake light relay with two relays of a modified design. Owner notification began on february 23, 2004. Owners should contact volvo at 1-800-458-1552.
Notes
Volvo recall no. R131.customers can also contact the national highway traffic safety administration's auto safety hotline at 1-888-dash-2-DOT (1-888-327-4236).
Vehicles covered by recall 04V051000
Being listed here means the campaign covers the model year, not that every car was built with the defect or is still unrepaired. Enter your VIN above to check your specific vehicle. Recall repairs are free at authorised dealers. Source: NHTSA, October 2026.