Volvo Car USA Recalls 7,483 Plug-In Hybrid Vehicles Over Battery Defect

Volvo Car USA, has issued a voluntary recall for certain 2020-2022 Volvo S60, V60, V90, S90, XC60 and XC90 models, affecting 7,483 plug-in hybrid vehicles due to a potential defect in the high-voltage battery modules. These vehicles were produced between June 3, 2019, and November 30, 2021.

According to the report filled by Volvo to NHTSA said, The company have identified a production deviation with the battery module(s), that could lead to a thermal runaway within the battery module when the battery is fully charged and parked.

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As a result, a short circuit in the high voltage battery module can increase the risk of a fire. The root cause analysis has identified a supplier process deviation that could lead to a risk of an internal short circuit with certain battery cells within the module. This process defect could potentially lead to overheating of the battery cells, when the battery is fully charged and the vehicle is parked, resulting in a thermal event.

To deal with the issue, Volvo will replace defective battery modules free of charge. The company will notify affected owners with details on how to schedule an appointment at authorized service centers. Additionally, customers who have already paid for battery related repairs may be eligible for reimbursement under Volvo’s policy.

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