Volvo Car USA has recently issued a recall affecting nearly 300 vehicles from the 2020 model year, specifically targeting those produced for the US market. The issue stems from a misalignment during the supplier’s assembly process, which could potentially lead to a loose brake pedal pushrod screw joint.
This defect poses a significant safety risk, as it could increase the distance between the brake and gas pedals and compromise the stability of the brake pedal itself. The affected vehicles, which include hybrid electric models, were manufactured between June 2nd and November 11th, 2019.
The specific models implicated in this recall are the S60 sedan, V60 wagon, S90 sedan (long-wheelbase for the US market), XC60 crossover, and XC90 SUV. Volvo has assured affected owners that they will be notified by first-class mail by December 17th, 2024.
Additionally, any owner who incurred costs to repair this issue prior to receiving the recall notice is eligible for reimbursement, provided they can submit adequate proof of payment. It’s worth noting that new Volvo vehicles sold in the US come with a comprehensive four year/50,000 mile basic warranty.
The Volvo S60, a locally manufactured sedan, offers a range of powertrain options, including mild-hybrid, plug in hybrid, and fully electric. The base model, the S60 Core with B5 FWD, starts at $42,600 (excluding destination charges) and features a 2.0-liter turbocharged engine with a 48-volt mild-hybrid system.
For more power, the B6 variant adds a supercharger to the 2.0-liter engine, delivering 13 additional horsepower. The most affordable plug-in hybrid option is the S60 T8 AWD, which starts at $52,100 and offers up to 455 combined horsepower and 41 miles of electric range.
Volvo’s current US electric vehicle lineup consists of the XC40 Recharge, C40 Recharge, and EX90, while the EX30 small electric SUV is expected to arrive in 2025.
