NHTSA Recall 20V503000: Visibility/wiper and linkages (visibility)
Volvo Car USA LLC reported this safety recall to NHTSA on , covering an estimated 87,226 vehicles. It affects 2018–2020 Volvo XC60.
| NHTSA campaign | 20V503000 |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer campaign | R10044 |
| Components | VISIBILITY/WIPER; VISIBILITY › WINDSHIELD WIPER/WASHER › LINKAGES |
| Report received | August 25, 2020 |
| Owner notification | September 29, 2020 |
| Initiated by | Manufacturer |
Defect
Volvo Car of N.A., LLC (Volvo Cars) is recalling certain 2018-2020 XC60 vehicles. The nuts that secure the front wipers may not have been sufficiently tightened, possibly causing the wipers to not function properly.
Safety risk
The risk of the front wiper arms nut fixation to loosen and not holding the arm in correct position, the wiper function could be reduced and vision could be impaired, thus increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy
Volvo Car will notify owners, and dealers will tighten the nuts holding the front windshield wiper arms in position, free of charge. The recall began September 29, 2020. Owners may contact Volvo Car customer service at 1-800-458-1552. Volvo Car's number for this recall is R10044.
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 20V503000
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.