Volvo Recall 23V-827: Seat belts – critical fasteners

Affected: 2016–2024 Volvo XC90. Filed with NHTSA on December 7, 2023, covering about 2,911 vehicles.

The problem

Volvo Car USA, LLC (Volvo Car) is recalling certain 2015-2024 XC90 vehicles. The second-row seat belt buckle and lower belt anchor bolts may not be tightened properly.

The risk

An improperly tightened seat belt buckle may not restrain an occupant as intended, increasing their risk of injury during a crash.

The fix

Dealers will inspect and tighten the second-row seat belt buckle anchorage bolts, as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed January 19, 2024. Owners may contact Volvo Car customer service at 1-800-458-1552. Volvo Car's number for this recall is R10259.

Recall details

NHTSA campaign23V-827 (23V827000)
Manufacturer numberR10259
ManufacturerVolvo Car USA, LLC
ComponentSeat belts › Critical fasteners
Report dateDecember 7, 2023
Owners notifiedJanuary 19, 2024
Vehicles affected2,911
Initiated byManufacturer

Vehicles covered

Plus 1 other model/year combinations not covered on this site.

Owner complaints about the seat belts

Frequently asked questions

Is the recall 23V-827 repair free?

Yes. Volvo dealers will fix the problem at no cost: Dealers will inspect and tighten the second-row seat belt buckle anchorage bolts, as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed January 19, 2024. Owners may contact Volvo Car customer service 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 2,911 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.