NHTSA Recall 11V378000: Hose, piping, and connections (steering)
VOLVO CARS OF N.A. LLC. reported this safety recall to NHTSA on , covering an estimated 8,406 vehicles. It affects 2007 Volvo S80.
| NHTSA campaign | 11V378000 |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer campaign | R246 |
| Component | STEERING › HYDRAULIC POWER ASSIST › HOSE, PIPING, AND CONNECTIONS |
| Report received | July 26, 2011 |
| Owner notification | August 23, 2011 |
| Initiated by | Manufacturer |
Defect
Volvo is recalling certain model year 2007 s80 passenger cars manufactured from march 8, 2006, through may 16, 2007. The power steering reservoir return hose may have been incorrectly routed, which can result in increased pressure in the power steering system. The power steering return hose may burst at the steering gear due to the increased pressure, resulting in a loss of power steering fluid.
Safety risk
The driver may experience a sudden loss of power steering, increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy
Volvo dealers will inspect the routing of the power steering reservoir return hose and make repairs as necessary, free of charge. The safety recall is expected to begin during august 2011. Owners may contact volvo at 1-201-768-7300.
Notes
Volvo safety recall no. R246.owners 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 <a href=http://www.safercar.gov>http://www.safercar.gov</a> .
Vehicles covered by recall 11V378000
| Make and model | Model years |
|---|---|
| Volvo S80 | 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.