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NHTSA Recall 26V671000: Head restraint (seats)

Volvo Car USA, LLC reported this safety recall to NHTSA on , covering an estimated 9,930 vehicles. It affects 2 models including the Volvo EX30.

9,930
vehicles potentially affected
2
models affected
NHTSA campaign26V671000
Manufacturer campaignR10396
ComponentSEATS › FRONT ASSEMBLY › HEAD RESTRAINT
Report receivedOctober 9, 2026
Initiated byManufacturer

Defect

Volvo Car USA, LLC (Volvo Car) is recalling certain 2025-2026 EX30 and 2026 EX30CC vehicles. The head restraint cushion may detach during a crash.

Safety risk

A detached head restraint cushion can increase the risk of injury during a crash.

Remedy

Dealers will apply an adhesive to reinforce the head cushion attachment, free of charge. Owner notification letters are expected to be mailed November 30, 2026. Owners may contact Volvo Car’s customer service at 1-800-458-1552. Volvo Car’s number for this recall is R10396. Vehicle Identification Numbers (VINs) involved in this recall became searchable on NHTSA.gov on October 9, 2026.

Vehicles covered by recall 26V671000

Make and modelModel years
Volvo EX302025, 2026
Volvo EX30CC2026

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.