NHTSA Recall 07V218000: Latch (latches/locks/linkages)
VOLVO CARS OF N.A. LLC. reported this safety recall to NHTSA on , covering an estimated 7,828 vehicles. It affects 2007 Volvo C70.
| NHTSA campaign | 07V218000 |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer campaign | R180 |
| Component | LATCHES/LOCKS/LINKAGES › DOORS › LATCH |
| Report received | May 23, 2007 |
| Owner notification | June 29, 2007 |
| Initiated by | Manufacturer |
Defect
On certain passenger vehicles, an incorrect temporary assembly instruction resulted in an incorrect assembly of the left door handle bowden cable attachment.
Safety risk
This incorrect assembly may result in the left door not meeting certain legal requirements at a certain crash scenario.
Remedy
Dealers will adjust the left door bowden cable by removing an existing cable tie and placing the bowden cable in its designated position free of charge. The recall began on june 29, 2007. Owners may contact volvo at 1-800-458-1552.
Notes
Volvo recall no. R180.customers may 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 07V218000
| Make and model | Model years |
|---|---|
| Volvo C70 | 2007 |
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.