Volvo has initiated a large-scale global recall involving 507,000 vehicles due to the identification of faulty engine components that pose a fire hazard.
The company confirmed a few instances of vehicle fires but assured that there have been no injuries reported. The recall affects a substantial number of cars manufactured between 2014 and 2019 with two-liter, four-cylinder diesel engines. Various models such as S60, S80, S90, V40, V60, V70, V90, XC60, and XC90 are part of this recall worldwide. Market Insider shared that Volvo’s internal investigations led to the detection of the issue where in rare cases, the plastic engine intake manifold has melted and deformed, potentially leading to localized engine bay fires.
If your Volvo falls under the recall, you can anticipate receiving a notification from Volvo Cars soon. Although you may have already received it, the letter will instruct you to contact your local dealer for compensation or necessary actions. Volvo emphasized that the vehicles are safe to drive if no symptoms of the problem are evident. Indicators of a melted plastic intake manifold include the check engine light, engine disruptions, decreased power, or unusual burning odors. Volvo has expressed its commitment to addressing the issue promptly. While Volvo’s primary manufacturing facilities are in Sweden, Belgium, the US, and China, engine production is limited to Sweden and China.
