NHTSA Recall 07V221000: Cables (electrical system)
VOLVO CARS OF N.A. LLC. reported this safety recall to NHTSA on , covering an estimated 42,211 vehicles. It affects 2005 Volvo XC90.
| NHTSA campaign | 07V221000 |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer campaign | SC179 |
| Component | ELECTRICAL SYSTEM › 12V/24V/48V BATTERY › CABLES |
| Report received | May 25, 2007 |
| Owner notification | July 3, 2007 |
| Initiated by | NHTSA Office of Defects Investigation |
Defect
On certain passenger vehicles, it has been determined that while doing battery maintenance the jack's crank handle can be misplaced under a bracket which retains the battery.
Safety risk
Misplacement of the jack's crank handle can pose a safety risk as it can result in a short circuit of the battery which could then lead to a fire.
Remedy
Dealers will inspect and ensure proper placement of the jack crank handle and a warning label with approved text will be affixed to the bracket which retains the battery. This warning label will inform an operator not to place the jack crank handle between the bracket and the battery free of charge. The recall began on july 7, 2007. Owners may contact volvo at 1-800-458-1552.
Notes
Volvo recall no. Sc179.this action is deemed a safety improvement campaign and is not being conducted under the safety act.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 07V221000
| Make and model | Model years |
|---|---|
| Volvo XC90 | 2005 |
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.