The problem
Vehicle description: passenger vehicles. There could be inadequate contact between the bulb and socket which could cause the front turn signal not to function as designed.
The risk
This would fail to warn an approaching driver that the vehicle is turning and could lead to a crash.
The fix
Dealers will replace the left and right front turn signal bulb and socket.
Recall details
| NHTSA campaign | 00V-405 (00V405000) |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer number | 101 |
| Manufacturer | Volvo Car USA, LLC |
| Component | Exterior lighting › Turn signal |
| Report date | December 6, 2000 |
| Owners notified | March 19, 2001 |
| Vehicles affected | 245,894 |
| Initiated by | NHTSA investigation |
Vehicles covered
Owner complaints about the lights
Frequently asked questions
Is the recall 00V-405 repair free?
Yes. Volvo dealers will fix the problem at no cost: Dealers will replace the left and right front turn signal bulb and socket.
How do I know if my car is included?
Not every vehicle of the listed model years is affected — the recall covers 245,894 vehicles built in a certain window. Check your 17-character VIN with our VIN recall check or at nhtsa.gov/recalls.
Source: U.S. National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) — owner complaints through October 20, 2026, recalls and defect investigations; fuel economy from the EPA. Complaints are unverified reports and are not proof of a defect. How we rate model years.