NHTSA recall 09V139000
Electrical system › Software
Volvo S80 and 1 more
Reported Apr 29, 200912,303 vehicles affectedVOLVO CARS OF N.A. LLC.Maker’s number R213Built Jan 24, 2006 – Aug 24, 2007
The defect
Volvo IS recalling 12,303 my 2007-2008 S80 and V70 vehicles. the diagnostic software in the central electronic module (cem) may cause a malfunction of the windshield wiper functionality. If this condition occurs, the windshield wipers may not operate when activated; or in certain cases the windshield wipers may activate when not switched on.
The risk
Operating a motor vehicle during inclement weather conditions without functioning windshield wipers can increase the risk of a crash.
The remedy
Dealers will inspect the cem and upgrade the software free of charge. the recall began on may 15, 2009. owners may contact volvo customer care center at 1-800-458-1552, or customercare@volvoforlife.com.