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Vehicle recall 12V101000 · March 14, 2012

Volvo S60 and XC60

An incorrect mixture of underbody coating and over-application can result in rigid, icicle-like areas hanging from vehicle’s undercarriage.

Source: NHTSA data as of September 22, 2026. Last refreshed Sep 23, 2026, 2:43 AM UTC.

Summary
Volvo is recalling certain model year 2012 S60 and XC60 passenger vehicles. An incorrect mixture of underbody coating and over-application can result in rigid, icicle-like areas hanging from vehicle’s undercarriage.
Consequence
If this condition exists, the underbody coating may penetrate the fuels lines and cause fuel leakage, increasing the risk of a fire.
Remedy
Dealers will inspect the vehicle undercarriage, and if excessive underbody coating is found in the fuel line area, it will be removed. If the inspection reveals that the fuel lines are damaged, they will be replaced. The safety recall began on April 25, 2012. Owners may contact Volvo customer care center at 1-800-458-1552.
Notes
Volvo safety recall no. R251.CUSTOMERS may 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
12V101000
Reported to NHTSA
March 14, 2012
Filed by
VOLVO CARS OF N.A. LLC.
Manufacturer campaign
251
Owner notification
April 25, 2012
Vehicles potentially affected
2,742
Initiated by
the manufacturer
Components
Structure › Body
Recall 12V101000 on nhtsa.gov, with the manufacturer’s documents

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