Vehicle recall 09V139000 · April 29, 2009
Volvo S80 and XC70
The diagnostic software in the central electronic module (cem) may cause a malfunction of the windshield wiper functionality.
Source: NHTSA data as of September 22, 2026. Last refreshed Sep 23, 2026, 2:43 AM UTC.
- Summary
- 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.
- Consequence
- Operating a motor vehicle during inclement weather conditions without functioning windshield wipers can increase the risk of a crash.
- 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.
- Notes
- Volvo recall no. R213.OWNERS may also contact the national highway traffic safety administration's vehicle safety hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to http://www.safercar.gov.
Recall details
- NHTSA campaign
- 09V139000
- Reported to NHTSA
- April 29, 2009
- Filed by
- VOLVO CARS OF N.A. LLC.
- Manufacturer campaign
- R213
- Owner notification
- May 15, 2009
- Vehicles potentially affected
- 12,303
- Initiated by
- the manufacturer
- Components
- Electrical system › Software
Vehicles covered
As listed by NHTSA. A recall usually covers only some vehicles of each model and year, often a production date range.
- Volvo S80 (2007-2008): 2008, 2007
- Volvo XC70 (2008): 2008
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