Vehicle recall 11V378000 · July 26, 2011
2007 Volvo S80
The power steering reservoir return hose may have been incorrectly routed, which can result in increased pressure in the power steering system.
Source: NHTSA data as of September 22, 2026. Last refreshed Sep 23, 2026, 2:43 AM UTC.
- Summary
- Volvo is recalling certain model year 2007 S80 passenger cars manufactured from March 8, 2006, through may 16, 2007. The power steering reservoir return hose may have been incorrectly routed, which can result in increased pressure in the power steering system. The power steering return hose may burst at the steering gear due to the increased pressure, resulting in a loss of power steering fluid.
- Consequence
- The driver may experience a sudden loss of power steering, increasing the risk of a crash.
- Remedy
- Volvo dealers will inspect the routing of the power steering reservoir return hose and make repairs as necessary, free of charge. The safety recall is expected to begin during August 2011. Owners may contact Volvo at 1-201-768-7300.
- Notes
- Volvo safety recall no. R246.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
- 11V378000
- Reported to NHTSA
- July 26, 2011
- Filed by
- VOLVO CARS OF N.A. LLC.
- Manufacturer campaign
- R246
- Owner notification
- August 23, 2011
- Vehicles potentially affected
- 8,406
- Initiated by
- the manufacturer
- Components
- Steering › Hydraulic power assist › Hose, piping, and connections
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