NHTSA Recall 08V197000: Roof and pillars (structure)
VOLVO CARS OF N.A. LLC. reported this safety recall to NHTSA on , covering an estimated 7 vehicles. It affects 2008 Volvo V50.
| NHTSA campaign | 08V197000 |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer campaign | R196 |
| Component | STRUCTURE › BODY › ROOF AND PILLARS |
| Report received | April 28, 2008 |
| Owner notification | April 28, 2008 |
| Initiated by | Manufacturer |
Defect
Volvo is recalling 7 my 2008 v50 passenger vehicles equipped with roof rails. Bolts have been found to be out of specification. This has caused less tread length on the bolts which in turn has lead to insufficient clamping force in the joint due to the washer getting stuck when tightening the bolts.
Safety risk
When carrying roof cargo, the rails may come loose during heavy braking and/or sudden stops increasing the possibility of a crash.
Remedy
Due to the limited number of vehicles involved, owners have been notified and will have the roof rail bolts replaced free of charge. Owners may contact volvo at 1-800-458-1552.
Notes
Volvo recall no. R196.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 08V197000
| Make and model | Model years |
|---|---|
| Volvo V50 | 2008 |
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.