Recall 19V220 affects 2,297 2018-2019 Volvo XC60 and S90 vehicles for missing front seat rail flange nuts. Repair is free at any franchised Volvo dealer.
Volvo is recalling 2,297 2018-2019 XC60 and S90 vehicles because rear flange nuts for the front seat rails were not installed during assembly. In a crash, missing nuts can affect the front seat structure and position, increasing injury risk; Volvo dealers will inspect and install the nuts free of charge.
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What's wrong?
The front seats in the 2018-2019 Volvo XC60 and S90 ride on metal seat rails bolted to the vehicle floor. The rear flange nuts on those rails help clamp the back of each front seat rail in place, so the driver and passenger seats stay secured in the position set by the occupant.
On affected vehicles, the driver and passenger front seat rail rear flange nuts were left out during assembly. Volvo traced the defect to an error in the supplier's assembly process. Without those nuts, the seat rail is missing part of its intended attachment at the rear, which means the front seat is not fastened the way Volvo designed it.
There is no warning sign before failure. Owners are not expected to hear a noise, see a warning light, or feel a clear change in the seat before the missing hardware matters.
Who's affected?
Both the XC60 and S90 appear in the 2018 and 2019 model years, with the same seat assembly component listed for each.
| 2018 Volvo XC60 | seat assembly |
|---|---|
| 2019 Volvo XC60 | seat assembly |
| 2019 Volvo S90 | seat assembly |
| 2018 Volvo S90 | seat assembly |
| Units affected | 2,297 |
| Field incidents | NHTSA has logged no field incidents to date. |
The year and model narrow the scope, but the VIN decides. Check your VIN to confirm whether your specific vehicle is included.
What's the safety risk?
Missing front-seat rail flange nuts leave the seat structure and position less secure in a crash, increasing the risk of injury. There is no warning sign before a crash exposes the defect, so confirm your VIN and schedule the inspection soon. Repair is free at any franchised Volvo dealer.
What should I do?
- Check your VIN to confirm your 2018-2019 Volvo XC60 or S90 is included in this recall.
- Contact a franchised Volvo dealer to schedule the free front-seat-rail inspection.
- Ask the dealer to inspect both front seat rails and install any missing rear flange nuts so the front seats stay properly secured in a crash.
- Bring the recall notice if Volvo mailed one. If not, reference recall number 19V220 when you call.
- Call Volvo customer service at 1-800-458-1552 with questions about scheduling or dealer instructions.
What happens at the repair
At the dealer, a Volvo technician inspects the driver and passenger front seat rails for missing rear flange nuts and installs any missing nuts. The inspection, parts, and labor are free under the recall. If you already paid out of pocket for this seat rail repair before receiving the recall letter, Volvo's reimbursement program covers eligible costs. Contact Volvo Customer Care with your prior repair paperwork so they can review the claim.
| Reimbursement | Reimbursement available |
|---|
Timeline
| March 20, 2019 | NHTSA published the recall |
|---|---|
| March 20, 2019 | Dealer notification began |
| March 20, 2019 | Dealer notification ended |
| May 7, 2019 | Owner notification mailed |
| May 17, 2019 | Interim owner notification (was planned for this date) |
Frequently asked questions
What is recall 19V220?
Recall 19V220 covers 2,297 2018-2019 Volvo XC60 and S90 vehicles with front seat rail rear flange nuts that were not installed during assembly. Volvo dealers will inspect the front seat rails and install missing flange nuts for free.
What should I do if my 2018-2019 Volvo XC60 or S90 is on this recall?
Check your VIN to confirm your specific vehicle is included in recall 19V220. If it is, contact a franchised Volvo dealer to schedule the seat rail inspection. Reference recall number 19V220 or Volvo recall R19931 when you call. The repair is free.
Is the recall repair free?
Yes. Federal recall law requires the defect repair at no cost, and Volvo's recall remedy says dealers will inspect the front seat rails and install any missing rear flange nuts free of charge.
What is the safety risk?
The risk is seat movement or seat structure change during a crash. If the rear flange nuts are missing, the front seat structure and position can be affected in a crash, increasing the risk of injury.
What if I bought my Volvo XC60 or S90 used?
The free recall repair still applies. Recall coverage follows the vehicle, not the first owner. Check your VIN to confirm whether your specific XC60 or S90 is included, then contact a franchised Volvo dealer for the no-cost seat rail inspection.
More information
| NHTSA campaign page | nhtsa.gov/vehicle-recalls/19V220000 |
|---|---|
| Volvo customer service | 1-800-458-1552 |
| NHTSA recall # | 19V220 |
| NHTSA recall # (full) | 19V220000 |
Source documents
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Download Owner Notification Letter (PDF) - Download Owner Notice (PDF)
- Download Recall Report (PDF)
- Download Quarterly Report (PDF)
- Download Recall Acknowledgement (PDF)
This article is generated from NHTSA's primary recall filings and reviewed against the source on May 25, 2026. RecallNotify does not paraphrase NHTSA's consequence language; that text is reproduced as written above. Editorial standards →