The problem
Volvo Cars of N.A., LLC (Volvo) is recalling certain model year 2016 Volvo XC90 vehicles manufactured January 27, 2015, to July 10, 2015. The third row seating side curtain air bags may not fully inflate.
The risk
Underinflated air bags may not fully protect third row occupants, increasing the risk of injury in the event of a crash.
The fix
Volvo will notify owners, and dealers will modify the D-pillar interior panels to allow full inflation of the third row airbags, free of charge. The recall began on September 21, 2015. Owners may contact Volvo Customer Care at 1-800-458-1552.
Recall details
| NHTSA campaign | 15V-497 (15V497000) |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer | Volvo Car USA, LLC |
| Component | Air bags › Side/window |
| Report date | August 6, 2015 |
| Owners notified | September 21, 2015 |
| Vehicles affected | 3,911 |
| Initiated by | Manufacturer |
Vehicles covered
Owner complaints about the air bags
Frequently asked questions
Is the recall 15V-497 repair free?
Yes. Volvo dealers will fix the problem at no cost: Volvo will notify owners, and dealers will modify the D-pillar interior panels to allow full inflation of the third row airbags, free of charge. The recall began on September 21, 2015. Owners may contact Volvo Customer Care 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 3,911 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.