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Safest car in the world, luxurious with exceptional handling!
April 07, 2014
T6 Premier
Overall Score
Power when you need it, tight turning radius, comfort in the passenger compartment, automatic seat and mirror adjustments when you open the car door, and respect on the highway for speed, appearance, and control.Sophisticated night lighting is elegant and cool, activated by punching the yellow button on the key fob. I love the smoothness of the ride, the easy acceleration, and the cache of Volvo. I refused to even look at Japanese, Korean, or overpriced German cars. Ford. Chevy, and GM cars, although I prefer to buy American, didn't stand up to the solidity and Mercedes-like solid feel of the Volvo. For example, we own and love a solid and classic 1965 Mustang Convertible, but the 2007 Mustang was tinny, rough-riding, and uncomfortable in comparison with the Volvo sedan, notwithstanding the cool convertible fold-up automation. Maybe I'm comparing oranges and apples. but the Swedes have it over Ford, or had it, at least in 2004 when our car rolled off the assembly line in Sweden.
Comfort
10
Performance
10
Fuel Economy
10
Interior Design
8
Exterior Styling
10
Reliability
10
Recall Information
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Recall number
Recall date
System affected
Model year(s) affected
Recall number
2015-388
Recall date
2015-09-02
System affected
Electrical
Model year(s) affected
2016
Manufacturer Recall Number:
R39574
Units Affected:
23
Notification Type:
Safety Mfr
On certain vehicles with an automatic stop-start function, in certain stop and go driving situations, the starter motor fuse may become overloaded (blown fuse). This could lead to the inability to restart the engine following an engine shutdown by the start-stop system, increasing the risk of crash causing injury in a traffic situation. Correction: Dealers will replace the starter motor fuse with a higher amperage rated fuse.
Recall number
2013-285
Recall date
2013-08-26
System affected
Other
Model year(s) affected
2014
Manufacturer Recall Number:
Units Affected:
366
Notification Type:
Safety Mfr
On certain vehicles equipped with Keyless Ignition, the Central Electronic Module (CEM) may not perform as intended. When starting the engine, the amber coloured warning light in the driver information module may illuminate and there may be a message displayed such as "Alarm System Service Required" (other messages may be displayed depending on individual vehicle equipment). In addition, one or all of the following may occur: The front windshield wipers may operate continuously while the ignition is ON. The turn signals may not function. The headlight switch may not work. The high beam headlamps may not work. The battery may drain. Correction: Dealers will upgrade the CEM software.
Recall number
2012-202
Recall date
2012-07-05
System affected
Powertrain
Model year(s) affected
2011 2012 2013
Manufacturer Recall Number:
R255
Units Affected:
144
Notification Type:
Safety Mfr
On certain vehicles, when driving, an error in the automatic transmission control system could cause the engine to stall. Engine stalling would result in lost vehicle propulsion which, in conjunction with traffic and road conditions, and the driver's reactions, could increase the risk of a crash causing property damage and/or personal injury. Correction: Dealers will reprogram the Transmission Control Module.
Recall number
2012-082
Recall date
2012-02-28
System affected
Airbag
Model year(s) affected
2012
Manufacturer Recall Number:
R250
Units Affected:
3,424
Notification Type:
Safety Mfr
On certain vehicles, the wire harness under the driver and/or passenger seat may not have been properly affixed to the seat frame during vehicle assembly. As such, the harness may get caught by the amplifier (mounted under the seat) when seating position is adjusted. If this occurs, the harness connector may detach from the socket and, as a result, the corresponding airbag may not function as intended, causing the instrument panel SRS warning lamp to illuminate. Failure of a frontal airbag to deploy during a crash (where deployment is warranted) could increase the risk of personal injury to the seat occupant. Correction: Dealers will inspect and, if necessary, secure the wire harness to the driver and/or passenger seat frame.
Recall number
2011-270
Recall date
2011-07-25
System affected
Steering
Model year(s) affected
2007
Manufacturer Recall Number:
R246
Units Affected:
299
Notification Type:
Safety Mfr
On certain vehicles, the power steering reservoir return hose may have been incorrectly routed (pinched or kinked) during vehicle assembly. This could increase pressure in the power steering system, which could cause the return hose to burst. Loss of power steering fluid could cause a loss of steering power assist, which may result in a crash causing property damage and/or personal injury. Correction: Dealers will inspect the reservoir return hose and, if necessary, replace and reposition the hose. If the reservoir return hose is routed incorrectly, the steering gear return hose and the power steering fluid reservoir will also be replaced.
Recall number
2010-416
Recall date
2010-11-18
System affected
Engine
Model year(s) affected
2011
Manufacturer Recall Number:
R234
Units Affected:
1,087
Notification Type:
Safety Mfr
On certain vehicles, the engine and transmission software calibration is too sensitive. When the driver brakes during city driving, and/or releases the accelerator pedal, the engine idle speed may drop resulting in a sudden engine stall without any prior warning. Engine stalling could, in conjunction with traffic, road conditions and driver's reactions, increase the risk of a vehicle crash causing property damage, personal injury or death. Correction: Dealers will update ECM and TCM software.
Recall number
2010-396
Recall date
2010-11-08
System affected
Accessories
Model year(s) affected
2000 2001 2002 2003 2004 2005 2006 2007 2008 2009 2010
Manufacturer Recall Number:
R231
Units Affected:
87
Notification Type:
Recalls Audit
On certain vehicles, there is a possibility of overheating issues of batteries in the Garmin nüvi® 760 when certain batteries manufactured within a limited date code range are used in certain Garmin nüvi® 760 models with a specific printed circuit board (PCB) design. The interaction of these factors can, in some circumstances, increase the possibility of overheating, which may lead to a fire. Correction: Dealers will direct customers who have an affected unit to the Garmin Web site, which explains how to verify if their units are involved and includes procedures to follow for product exchange.
Recall number
2010-350
Recall date
2010-10-13
System affected
Airbag
Model year(s) affected
2010 2011
Manufacturer Recall Number:
R229
Units Affected:
1,157
Notification Type:
Safety Mfr
On certain vehicles, there may be an intermittent fault in the driver's airbag clockspring wiring connector for the Supplemental Restraint System (SRS). If this condition occurs, the SRS lamp will be permanently lit and the message "AIRBAG SYSTEM SERVICE REQUIRED" will be displayed in the drivers information module. If the condition occurs while driving, and if the driver ignores the warning and an accident occurs where the deployment of the driver's airbag is required, the airbag may not deploy as intended or may not deploy at all. Correction: Fealers will install a metal shim in the airbag clockspring wiring connector.
Recall number
2009-255
Recall date
2009-09-08
System affected
Fuel Supply
Model year(s) affected
2008 2009 2010
Manufacturer Recall Number:
R215
Units Affected:
1,272
Notification Type:
Safety Mfr
On certain vehicles, the software within the Central Electronic Module (CEM) may not send a signal to the fuel Pump Electronic Module (PEM). This missing signal to the PEM inhibits the start of the fuel pump. The driver may be able to start the engine in spite of the fuel pump not being activated due to residual pressure in the fuel system. In some cases, the driver may be able to drive the vehicle a short distance at idle. However, the engine will eventually stall. Engine stalling would result in lost propulsion which, in conjunction with traffic and road conditions, and the driver's reactions, could increase the risk of a crash. Correction: Dealers will upgrade the CEM software.
Recall number
2009-179
Recall date
2009-06-10
System affected
Engine
Model year(s) affected
2008 2009
Manufacturer Recall Number:
R214
Units Affected:
309
Notification Type:
Safety Mfr
On certain vehicles, the engine cooling fan may stop working due to a software programming error in the Fan Control Module (FCM). Depending on conditions, the driver may experience reduced air conditioning performance and/or rapid increase in engine coolant temperature. This could result in a loss of cooling system function and engine break down. The driver may not have sufficient time to react to the warning light(s) or the text message in the instrument panel, increasing the risk of a crash causing personal injury or death. Correction: Dealers will replace the Fan Control Module.
Recall number
2009-124
Recall date
2009-04-23
System affected
Electrical
Model year(s) affected
2007 2008
Manufacturer Recall Number:
213
Units Affected:
549
Notification Type:
Safety Mfr
On certain vehicles, the diagnostic software in the Central Electronic Module (CEM) may cause a malfunction of the windshield wiper functionality. If this occurs, the windshield wipers may not operate when activated; or in certain cases the windshield wipers may activate when not switched on. Should this occur during a rainy/snowy day, it could increase the risk of a crash, causing property damage, personal injury or death. Correction: Dealers will install updated CEM software.
Recall number
2008-150
Recall date
2008-05-02
System affected
Engine
Model year(s) affected
2008
Manufacturer Recall Number:
R197
Units Affected:
7
Notification Type:
Safety Mfr
Certain vehicles may have been inadvertently assembled with incorrect engine mount bolts. The longer bolts do not provide adequate clamping force to the bracket. In the worst case, the aluminium bracket for the engine mount will break, allowing the engine to contact the sub frame, ultimately resulting in reduced engine torque or stalling. Engine stalling would result in lost propulsion which, in conjunction with traffic and road conditions, and the driver's reactions, could increase the risk of a crash. Correction: Dealers will inspect the engine mount bolts for specific markings and, if required, replace the bracket and bolts.
Recall number
2006-311
Recall date
2006-11-14
System affected
Other
Model year(s) affected
1999 2000 2001
Manufacturer Recall Number:
155
Units Affected:
24,706
Notification Type:
Safety TC
On certain vehicles, a combination of throttle position sensor (TPS) irregularities, a dirty throttle housing, and/or inefficient software calibration, may cause a warning lamp to illuminate and the subsequent onset of "limp home" mode. Correction: Dealers will install an electronic throttle system software upgrade in both the electronic throttle module (ETM) and the engine control module (ECM).
Recall number
2006-237
Recall date
2006-09-27
System affected
Label
Model year(s) affected
2006
Manufacturer Recall Number:
R161
Units Affected:
1,871
Notification Type:
Compliance Mfr
Certain vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of CMVSS 110. The Tire and Loading Information Label contains incorrect tire inflation pressure value. If the vehicle is equipped with SST tires and the inflation pressure is set to 35 PSI (incorrect pressure listed on the label), the Tire Pressure Monitoring System (TPMS) may set a warning message "Low Tire Press. Check Tires". Correction: Owners will be provided with labels and installation instructions.
Recall number
2005-365
Recall date
2005-11-17
System affected
Electrical
Model year(s) affected
2005 2006
Manufacturer Recall Number:
150
Units Affected:
465
Notification Type:
Safety Mfr
On certain vehicles, the positive battery cable may wear against the starter solenoid. The resulting chafe damage could develop into an electrical short. This can be noticed in different ways. If the vehicle is parked, smoke may appear from under the hood and/or it may be impossible to start the car. If the short circuit happens during driving, not only will the engine stall, but the electrical power could also be lost, resulting in warning lamps being deactivated. Correction: Dealers will relocate the battery cable.
Recall number
2004-334
Recall date
2004-09-14
System affected
Electrical
Model year(s) affected
1999 2000 2001
Manufacturer Recall Number:
141
Units Affected:
9,238
Notification Type:
Safety Mfr
On certain vehicles, the electric cooling fan may overheat, potentially causing heat damage and, in rare instances, a fire in the engine compartment. Correction: Dealers will replace the cooling fan with an improved version.
Recall number
2004-017
Recall date
2004-01-19
System affected
Suspension
Model year(s) affected
2004
Manufacturer Recall Number:
133
Units Affected:
2,396
Notification Type:
Safety Mfr
On certain vehicles, the front lower control arms may not have been manufactured within the agreed specifications and as a result the stud and nut that secure the control arm to the spindle may lose its initial axial tension. In the worst case, this condition could eventually lead to separation between the front control arm and the spindle possibly causing a loss of control and a crash. Correction: Dealer will install a new type of nut with increased assembly torque.
Recall number
2003-226
Recall date
2003-09-12
System affected
Other
Model year(s) affected
2003 2004
Manufacturer Recall Number:
124
Units Affected:
10,712
Notification Type:
Compliance Mfr
Certain vehicles do not comply with CMVSS 210.2. The symbol indicating the presence of a lower universal anchorage system, and a reproduction of this symbol were omitted from the owner's manual. Correction: The corrected owner's manual page will be mailed to owners.
Recall number
2001-090
Recall date
2001-04-10
System affected
Seats And Restraints
Model year(s) affected
2001
Manufacturer Recall Number:
Units Affected:
17
Notification Type:
Safety Mfr
On certain vehicles, the rear outboard seat belt anchorage bolts may have been incorrectly tightened. Correction: Vehicles will be inspected and, if necessary, anchorage bolts will be tightened to the specified torque. .
Recall number
2000-187
Recall date
2000-09-14
System affected
Suspension
Model year(s) affected
1999 2000
Manufacturer Recall Number:
99
Units Affected:
2,794
Notification Type:
Safety Mfr
On certain vehicles, the ball joint, between the front wheel king pin and the suspension link arm, may experience increased play which could affect durability and performance. This could result in reduced driver control. Correction: Both front ball joints will be replaced with a reinforced version.
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