The problem
Volvo Car USA, LLC (Volvo Car) is recalling certain 2017 S60L vehicles. A component within the door latch may break, preventing the door from latching properly. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 206, "Door Locks and Door Retention Components."
The risk
A door that is not securely latched can open unexpectedly, increasing the risk of injury.
The fix
Dealers will replace all four door latches, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed March 11, 2026. Owners may contact Volvo Car's customer service at 1-800-458-1552. Volvo Car's number for this recall is R89978. Vehicle Identification Numbers (VINs) involved in this recall became searchable on NHTSA.gov on January 19, 2026. This recall expands previous NHTSA recall number 19V849.
Recall details
| NHTSA campaign | 26V-072 (26V072000) |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer number | R89978 |
| Manufacturer | Volvo Car USA, LLC |
| Component | Latches/locks/linkages |
| Report date | February 6, 2026 |
| Owners notified | March 20, 2026 |
| Vehicles affected | 2,758 |
| Initiated by | NHTSA investigation |
Vehicles covered
Frequently asked questions
Is the recall 26V-072 repair free?
Yes. Volvo dealers will fix the problem at no cost: Dealers will replace all four door latches, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed March 11, 2026. Owners may contact Volvo Car's customer service at 1-800-458-1552. Volvo Car's number for this recall is R89978.
How do I know if my car is included?
Not every vehicle of the listed model years is affected — the recall covers 2,758 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.