Recall 17V370 affects 1,305 2017 Volvo XC90 SUVs for a third-row seat belt retractor defect. Repair is free at any franchised Volvo dealer.
Volvo is recalling 1,305 2017 XC90 SUVs because the micro gas generator inside the third-row right-side seat belt retractor is at risk of detaching after the pretensioner deploys. The seat belt still works in a crash, but a detached generator can become a projectile inside the cabin; Volvo dealers will repair the retractor free of charge.
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What's wrong?
The right side third row seat belt retractor in the 2017 Volvo XC90 holds the seat belt webbing and locks it during a crash. It also contains a pretensioner, a small device that tightens the belt at the start of a collision so the third row passenger stays positioned against the seat.
Inside that pretensioner is a micro gas generator. In affected retractors, the tube crimp that holds the generator in place was not made to specification because the supplier's crimping equipment had damaged jaws and no defined condition check. When the pretensioner deploys in a crash, pressure inside the tube can force the generator loose. Volvo says the belt still works, but the generator can move out of the tube and reach the rear right corner of the third row occupant area.
There is no warning sign during normal driving before this failure. The problem appears only when the pretensioner deploys under the specific crash conditions described in recall 17V370.
Who's affected?
Affected XC90s were built from September 23, 2016, to November 8, 2016.
| 2017 Volvo XC90 | seat belt |
|---|---|
| Units affected | 1,305 |
| Field incidents | NHTSA has logged no field incidents to date. |
Not every 2017 Volvo XC90 is on the list. Check your VIN to confirm whether your specific SUV is included.
What's the safety risk?
The seat belt still restrains an occupant in a crash, but a detached MGG can become a projectile inside the cabin and increase injury risk, especially near the rear right corner of the third row. Schedule the recall repair soon. Repair is free at any franchised Volvo dealer.
What should I do?
- Check your VIN to confirm your 2017 Volvo XC90 is included in this recall.
- Contact a franchised Volvo dealer to schedule the free third-row passenger-side seatbelt retractor replacement that keeps the Micro Gas Generator from detaching after pretensioner deployment.
- Bring the recall notice if Volvo mailed one. If not, reference recall number 17V370 when you call.
- Keep the third-row passenger-side seat unused until the dealer completes the repair.
What happens at the repair
At the dealer, a Volvo technician replaces the third row passenger side seatbelt retractor that contains the Micro Gas Generator subcomponent. The replacement parts and labor are free under the recall. Volvo has a general reimbursement plan on file for this campaign, so if you already paid out of pocket for a related seatbelt retractor repair before the recall notice, ask Volvo customer service or the dealer service desk how to submit documented expenses.
| Reimbursement | Reimbursement available |
|---|
Timeline
| June 8, 2017 | NHTSA published the recall |
|---|---|
| June 8, 2017 | Dealer notification began |
| June 8, 2017 | Dealer notification ended |
| August 4, 2017 | Owner notification mailed |
| August 7, 2017 | VIN-searchable in NHTSA's database — Check your VIN to see whether this recall applies to your specific vehicle. |
| August 7, 2017 | Interim owner notification (was planned for this date) |
Frequently asked questions
What is recall 17V370?
Recall 17V370 covers 1,305 2017 Volvo XC90 vehicles with a third-row right-side seat belt retractor defect. After the pretensioner deploys in a crash, the micro gas generator can detach and become a projectile inside the cabin, increasing injury risk.
What should I do if my 2017 Volvo XC90 is on this recall?
Check your VIN to confirm your specific XC90 is included in recall 17V370. If it is, contact a franchised Volvo dealer to schedule replacement of the third-row passenger-side seat belt retractor. Reference recall number 17V370 or Volvo recall R89716 when you call.
Is the recall repair free?
Yes. Federal recall law requires the manufacturer to repair the defect at no cost, and Volvo dealers replace the third-row passenger-side seat belt retractor free of charge. Volvo began the recall repair program on August 4, 2017.
What is the safety risk in recall 17V370?
The safety risk is an injury hazard inside the cabin after a crash. The seat belt still operates as intended, but the micro gas generator inside the third-row right-side retractor can detach after pretensioner deployment and become a projectile.
What if I bought my Volvo XC90 used?
The free recall repair still applies. Federal recall law follows the vehicle, not the original owner. Check your VIN to confirm whether your specific 2017 Volvo XC90 is included, then call a franchised Volvo dealer or Volvo customer service at 1-800-458-1552.
More information
| NHTSA campaign page | nhtsa.gov/vehicle-recalls/17V370000 |
|---|---|
| Volvo customer service | 1-800-458-1552 |
| NHTSA recall # | 17V370 |
| NHTSA recall # (full) | 17V370000 |
Source documents
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Download Recall Document (PDF) (PDF) - Download Recall Investigation Document (PDF) (PDF)
- Download Owner Notification Letter (PDF)
- Download Owner Notice (PDF)
- Download Recall Report (PDF)
- Download Quarterly Report (PDF)
- Download Recall Acknowledgement (PDF)
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