Volvo S80 Recall, Volvo XC70 Recall, Tire Pressure Danger

Volvo S80 Recall, Volvo XC70 Recall, Tire Pressure Danger

Vehicle Make / Model:     Model Year(s):
     VOLVO S80     2013
     VOLVO XC70     2013
Manufacturer: Volvo Cars of N.A., LLC Mfr's Report Date: AUG 27, 2012
NHTSA CAMPAIGN ID Number: 12V415000 NHTSA Action Number: N/A
Component: TIRES:PRESSURE MONITORING AND REGULATING SYSTEMS   
Potential Number of Units Affected: 300
Summary:
Volvo is recalling certain model year 2013 S80 and XC70 vehicles. A software error within the Central Electronic Module (CEM) will result in the "TPMS Service Required" message appearing after approximately 15 minutes of accumulated driving over 25 mph. The error will prevent the Tire Pressure Monitoring System from warning the driver that a tire needs air. Thus, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard No. 138, "Tire Pressure Monitoring System."
Volvo S80 Tire Pressure Danger
Consequence:
A malfunctioning TPMS cannot warn a driver that a tire is underinflated. Underinflated tires can result in tire overloading and overheating, which could lead to a blowout and possible crash.

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