NHTSA Recall 06V144000: Windshield wiper/washer (visibility)
VOLVO CARS OF N.A. LLC. reported this safety recall to NHTSA on , covering an estimated 122,431 vehicles. It affects 2003–2006 Volvo XC90.
| NHTSA campaign | 06V144000 |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer campaign | R156 |
| Component | VISIBILITY › WINDSHIELD WIPER/WASHER |
| Report received | April 28, 2006 |
| Owner notification | September 5, 2006 |
| Initiated by | NHTSA Office of Defects Investigation |
Defect
On certain vehicles, if the wiper arm is activated in extreme winter weather conditions and without lifting the wiper arms and cleaning the windshield prior to moving, the wiper arm might slip on its driveshaft, resulting in an inability to move the wipers from the park position.
Safety risk
Inoperative wipers under inclement weather conditions could cause a crash due to impaired visibility.
Remedy
Dealers will replace the wiper arms and retaining nuts. The recall began on september 5, 2006. Owners may contact volvo cars at 1-800-458-1552.
Notes
Volvo recall no. R156.customers may also contact the national highway traffic safety administrationvolvo recall no. R156.customers 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 http://www.safercar.gov.
Vehicles covered by recall 06V144000
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.