Recall 11V286000: Power Steering Pipe Replacement

VEHICLE MAKE/MODEL: MODEL YEAR(S):

Volvo/XC90 2010-2011

MANUFACTURER: Volvo Cars of N.A. LLC.

MFR'S REPORT DATE: May 12, 2011

NHTSA CAMPAIGN ID NUMBER: 11V286000

NHTSA ACTION NUMBER: N/A

COMPONENT: STEERING

POTENTIAL NUMBER OF UNITS AFFECTED: 350

SUMMARY:
Volvo is recalling certain model year 2010-2011 XC90 vehicles manufactured from January 29, 2010, through August 16, 2010. The power steering fluid may leak from the oil pipe connection at the steering gear valve housing.

CONSEQUENCE:
This condition could lead to a sudden loss of power steering, increasing the risk of a crash.

REMEDY:
Dealers will replace the oil pipes on the power steering rack free of charge. The recall is scheduled to begin during June 2011. Owners may contact Volvo at 1-800-458-1552.

NOTES:
Volvo's safety recall No. R242. 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.