Vehicle recall 10V579000 · November 17, 2010
Volvo S60, S80 and 2 more models
The software calibration for the fuel cut-off functionality in the engine control module (ECM) is too sensitive.
Source: NHTSA data as of September 22, 2026. Last refreshed Sep 23, 2026, 2:43 AM UTC.
- Summary
- Volvo is recalling certain model year 2011, S80, S60, XC70 and XC60 vehicles. The software calibration for the fuel cut-off functionality in the engine control module (ECM) is too sensitive.
- Consequence
- Sudden engine stall could occur increasing the risk of a crash.
- Remedy
- Dealers will update the ECM and TCM with new software free of charge. The safety recall is expected to begin on or before December 10, 2010. Owners may contact Volvo at 1-800-458-1552 or at customercare@volvoforlife.com.
- Notes
- Volvo safety recall no. R234.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
- 10V579000
- Reported to NHTSA
- November 17, 2010
- Filed by
- VOLVO CARS OF N.A. LLC.
- Manufacturer campaign
- R234
- Owner notification
- December 13, 2010
- Vehicles potentially affected
- 6,046
- Initiated by
- the manufacturer
- Components
- Engine and engine cooling
Vehicles covered
As listed by NHTSA. A recall usually covers only some vehicles of each model and year, often a production date range.
- Volvo S60 (2011): 2011
- Volvo S80 (2011): 2011
- Volvo XC60 (2011): 2011
- Volvo XC70 (2011): 2011
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