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NHTSA Recall 18V535000: Mid/rear assembly (seats)

Volvo Car USA LLC reported this safety recall to NHTSA on , covering an estimated 27 vehicles. It affects 2019 Volvo XC40.

27
vehicles potentially affected
1
model affected
2018
owners notified (October 12)
NHTSA campaign18V535000
Manufacturer campaignR89898
ComponentSEATS › MID/REAR ASSEMBLY
Report receivedAugust 15, 2018
Owner notificationOctober 12, 2018
Initiated byManufacturer

Defect

Volvo Cars USA LLC (Volvo) is recalling certain 2019 Volvo XC40 vehicles. The rear seats may not have rear seat back lock strikers, allowing the seat back to move forward during certain hard braking conditions or a crash.

Safety risk

If the seat back moves forward during hard braking or in a crash, it can increase the risk of injury.

Remedy

Volvo will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the vehicles and install the seat back lock strikers if they are missing, free of charge. The recall began October 12, 2018. Owners may contact Volvo customer service at 1-800-458-1552. Volvo's number for this recall is R89898.

Notes

Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.safercar.gov.

Vehicles covered by recall 18V535000

Make and modelModel years
Volvo XC402019

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.