NHTSA recall 10V255000
Steering › Gear box › Shaft sector
Volvo C30 and 2 more
Reported Jun 8, 2010536 vehicles affectedVOLVO CARS OF N.A. LLC.Maker’s number R227Built Oct 15, 2009 – May 11, 2010
The defect
Volvo IS recalling certain model year 2010-2011 C30, model year 2010 S40 and V50 vehicles equipped with 6 speed manual transmissions. the gearshift lever stud assembly may not have been tightened to the correct specification during assembly. if the gearshift lever cable or stud assembly becomes loose, it may not be possible to engage, disengage or shift gears.
The risk
This condition can increase the risk of a vehicle crash.
The remedy
Dealers will torque the gearshift lever stud assembly to the correct specification free of charge. the safety recall began on june 14, 2010. owners may contact volvo at 1-800-458-1552 or customercare@volvoforlife.com .