NHTSA Recall 11V508000: Labels (equipment)
VOLVO CARS OF N.A. LLC. reported this safety recall to NHTSA on , covering an estimated 20,611 vehicles. It affects 2 models including the Volvo C70.
| NHTSA campaign | 11V508000 |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer campaign | R247 |
| Component | EQUIPMENT › OTHER › LABELS |
| Report received | October 18, 2011 |
| Owner notification | April 25, 2012 |
| Initiated by | Manufacturer |
Defect
Volvo is recalling certain model year 2006-2012 c70 vehicles manufactured from november 15, 2005, through july 31, 2011, and model year 2011-2012 s60 vehicles manufactured from july 14, 2010, through april 16, 2011, that were equipped with optional accessory spare tire kit. These vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of federal motor vehicle safety standard number. 110, "tire selection and rims." these vehicles do not contain the correct information for vehicles equipped with the optional accessory spare tire and wheel kit.
Safety risk
A misprinted label could lead to improper tire inflation which could result in a tire failure, increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy
Volvo will notify owners and dealers will inspect the vehicle and install the label as necessary, free of charge. The safety recall began on february 23, 2012. Owners may contact volvo at 1-201-768-7300.
Notes
Volvo safety recall number is r247.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 11V508000
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.