The problem
On certain passenger vehicles, an incorrect temporary assembly instruction resulted in an incorrect assembly of the left door handle bowden cable attachment.
The risk
This incorrect assembly May result in the left door not meeting certain legal requirements at a certain crash scenario.
The fix
Dealers will adjust the left door bowden cable by removing an existing cable tie and placing the bowden cable in its designated position free of charge. The recall began on June 29, 2007. Owners May contact Volvo at 1-800-458-1552.
Recall details
| NHTSA campaign | 07V-218 (07V218000) |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer number | R180 |
| Manufacturer | Volvo Car USA, LLC |
| Component | Latches/locks/linkages › Doors › Latch |
| Report date | May 23, 2007 |
| Owners notified | June 29, 2007 |
| Vehicles affected | 7,828 |
| Initiated by | Manufacturer |
Vehicles covered
Frequently asked questions
Is the recall 07V-218 repair free?
Yes. Volvo dealers will fix the problem at no cost: Dealers will adjust the left door bowden cable by removing an existing cable tie and placing the bowden cable in its designated position free of charge. The recall began on June 29, 2007. Owners May contact Volvo at 1-800-458-1552.
How do I know if my car is included?
Not every vehicle of the listed model years is affected — the recall covers 7,828 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.