NHTSA Recall 21V766000: Inflator module (air bags)
Volvo Car USA, LLC reported this safety recall to NHTSA on , covering an estimated 259,383 vehicles. It affects 2 models including the Volvo S60.
| NHTSA campaign | 21V766000 |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer campaign | R10125 |
| Component | AIR BAGS › FRONTAL › DRIVER SIDE › INFLATOR MODULE |
| Report received | September 30, 2021 |
| Owner notification | November 29, 2021 |
| Initiated by | Manufacturer |
Defect
Volvo Car USA, LLC (Volvo Car) is recalling certain 2001-2006 S80 and 2001-2009 S60 vehicles. The driver's air bag inflator may explode during deployment, due to propellant degradation occurring after long-term exposure to high absolute humidity, high temperatures, and high temperature cycling.
Safety risk
An inflator explosion may result in sharp metal fragments striking the driver or other occupants, resulting in serious injury or death.
Remedy
Dealers will replace the driver's air bag, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed November 29, 2021. Owners may contact Volvo Car customer service at 1-800-458-1552. Volvo's number for this recall is R10125.
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.nhtsa.gov.
Vehicles covered by recall 21V766000
| Make and model | Model years |
|---|---|
| Volvo S60 | 2001, 2002, 2003, 2004, 2005, 2006, 2007, 2008, 2009 |
| Volvo S80 | 2001, 2002, 2003, 2004, 2005, 2006 |
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.