Recall 10V489 covers 9,746 2010-2011 Volvo XC70, S80, V70, and XC60 vehicles for an airbag connector fault. Repair is free at a franchised Volvo dealer.
Volvo is recalling 9,746 2010-2011 XC70, S80, V70, and XC60 vehicles because an intermittent fault in the driver's airbag clockspring wiring connector can affect the supplemental restraint system. In a crash, the driver's frontal airbag can fail to deploy as intended or at all, increasing injury risk; Volvo dealers will complete the repair free of charge once available.
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What's wrong?
The driver's airbag clockspring is a rotating electrical connection inside the steering column on the 2010-2011 Volvo XC70, S80, V70, and XC60. It lets the steering wheel turn while keeping the driver's airbag connected to the Supplemental Restraint System, the system that controls airbag deployment in a crash.
On affected vehicles, the clockspring wiring connector has an intermittent fault. That means the connector does not hold a steady electrical path between the steering wheel airbag and the restraint system. If that connection opens at the wrong time, the driver's airbag is not connected as designed and the restraint system cannot rely on it during a crash.
There is no warning sign before failure. Do not assume the airbag is connected because the vehicle starts, steers, and drives normally.
Who's affected?
Covers four Volvo models across the 2010 and 2011 model years, all tied to the front air bag.
| 2010 Volvo XC70 | front air bag |
|---|---|
| 2010 Volvo S80 | front air bag |
| 2010 Volvo V70 | front air bag |
| 2011 Volvo XC60 | front air bag |
| 2011 Volvo XC70 | front air bag |
| 2011 Volvo S80 | front air bag |
| Units affected | 9,746 |
A matching year and model does not confirm inclusion. Check your VIN to confirm whether this recall applies to your specific vehicle.
What's the safety risk?
In a crash, the driver's frontal airbag can fail to deploy as intended or fail to deploy at all. That reduces driver protection and increases injury risk, so confirm whether your VIN is included and arrange the recall work. Repair will be free at any franchised Volvo dealer once available.
What should I do?
- Check your VIN to confirm your 2010-2011 Volvo XC70, S80, V70, or XC60 is included in this recall.
- Watch for Volvo's owner notice if you never received one; letters were mailed on October 20, 2010.
- Contact a franchised Volvo dealer about the free metal shim that secures the driver's air bag clockspring wiring connector.
- Reference recall number 10V489 when you call Volvo or the dealer.
- Drive with extra care until the repair is complete, since the driver's frontal air bag is tied to this clockspring wiring connector fault.
What happens at the repair
At the dealer, a Volvo technician installs a metal shim in the driver's air bag clockspring wiring connector. The repair addresses the supplemental restraint system wiring connector described in recall 10V489. The source record says this service is performed free of charge and that Volvo's safety recall began on October 20, 2010. The record does not provide a separate reimbursement plan, so this section does not add one. Ask the Volvo service desk to confirm the VIN, the clockspring connector repair, and whether any related service paperwork is already on file.
Timeline
| October 13, 2010 | NHTSA published the recall |
|---|---|
| October 20, 2010 | Owner notification mailed |
Frequently asked questions
What is recall 10V489?
Recall 10V489 covers 9,746 2010-2011 Volvo XC70 and S80 vehicles, 2010 Volvo V70 vehicles, and 2011 Volvo XC60 vehicles with a driver's airbag clockspring wiring connector fault. Volvo dealers install a metal shim in the connector for free.
What should I do if my 2010-2011 Volvo XC70, S80, V70, or XC60 is on this recall?
Check your VIN to confirm your specific Volvo is included in recall 10V489. If it is, contact a franchised Volvo dealer and schedule the driver's airbag clockspring wiring connector repair. Reference recall 10V489 when you call. The repair is free.
Is the recall repair free?
Yes. Federal recall law requires manufacturers to repair safety defects at no cost, and Volvo's remedy says dealers will install the metal shim in the driver's airbag clockspring wiring connector free of charge.
What is the safety risk in recall 10V489?
The safety risk is reduced driver protection in a crash. If the clockspring wiring connector fault is present, the driver's frontal airbag can fail to deploy as intended or fail to deploy at all, increasing the risk of injury.
What if I bought my Volvo used?
The free recall repair still applies. Recall eligibility follows the VIN, not the original owner. Check your VIN to confirm whether your specific XC70, S80, V70, or XC60 is included, then contact a franchised Volvo dealer for the free repair.
More information
| NHTSA campaign page | nhtsa.gov/vehicle-recalls/10V489000 |
|---|---|
| Volvo customer service | 1-800-458-1552 |
| NHTSA recall # | 10V489 |
| NHTSA recall # (full) | 10V489000 |
Source documents
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Download Recall Investigation Document (PDF) (PDF) - Download Recall Document (PDF) (PDF)
- Download Owner Notification Letter (PDF)
- Download Owner Notice (PDF)
- Download Defect / Noncompliance Notice (PDF) (PDF)
- Download Recall Acknowledgement (PDF)
This article is generated from NHTSA's primary recall filings and reviewed against the source on June 3, 2026. RecallNotify does not paraphrase NHTSA's consequence language; that text is reproduced as written above. Editorial standards →