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Recall 10V579000: ECM/TCM Update For Fuel Cut-Off

VEHICLE MAKE/MODEL: MODEL YEAR(S):

Volvo/S60 2011

Volvo/S80 2011

Volvo/XC60 2011

Volvo/XC70 2011

MANUFACTURER: Volvo Cars of N.A. LLC.

MFR'S REPORT DATE: November 17, 2010

NHTSA CAMPAIGN ID NUMBER: 10V579000

NHTSA ACTION NUMBER: N/A

COMPONENT: Engine and Engine Cooling

POTENTIAL NUMBER OF UNITS AFFECTED: 6,046

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.