NHTSA recall 11V286000
Steering
Volvo XC90
Reported May 18, 2011350 vehicles affectedVOLVO CARS OF N.A. LLC.Maker’s number R242Built Jan 29, 2010 – Aug 16, 2010
The defect
Volvo IS recalling certain model year 2010-2011 XC90 vehicles manufactured from january 29, 2010, through august 16, 2010. the power steering fluid may leak from the oil pipe connection at the steering gear valve housing.
The risk
This condition could lead to a sudden loss of power steering, increasing the risk of a crash.
The remedy
Dealers will replace the oil pipes on the power steering rack free of charge. the recall IS scheduled to begin during june 2011. owners may contact volvo at 1-800-458-1552.