Recall 12V415000: TPMS Reprogramming

VEHICLE MAKE/MODEL: MODEL YEAR(S):

Volvo/S80 2013

Volvo/XC70 2013

MANUFACTURER: Volvo Cars of N.A., LLC.

MFR'S REPORT DATE: August 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."

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.

REMEDY:
Volvo will notify owners and dealers will reprogram the vehicle's TPMS. This service will be performed free of charge. Volvo has not provided a notification schedule. Owners may contact Volvo at 1-800-458-1552.

NOTES:
Volvo's safety recall number is 256. 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 www.safercar.gov.