NHTSA Recall 21V800000: Inflator module (air bags) and air bags: frontal
Volvo Car USA, LLC reported this safety recall to NHTSA on , covering an estimated 194,546 vehicles. It affects 2 models including the Volvo V70.
| NHTSA campaign | 21V800000 |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer campaign | R10136 |
| Components | AIR BAGS › FRONTAL › DRIVER SIDE › INFLATOR MODULE; AIR BAGS › FRONTAL |
| Report received | October 14, 2021 |
| Owner notification | December 14, 2021 |
| Initiated by | Manufacturer |
Defect
Volvo Cars USA, LLC (Volvo Car) is recalling certain 2001-2007 V70 and XC70 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 December 14, 2021. Owners may contact Volvo Car customer service at 1-888-458-1552. Volvo Car's number for this recall is R10136.
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 21V800000
| Make and model | Model years |
|---|---|
| Volvo V70 | 2001, 2002, 2003, 2004, 2005, 2006, 2007 |
| Volvo XC70 | 2001, 2002, 2003, 2004, 2005, 2006, 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.