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Passenger cars (Volvo V60 and other models) - Repair
Official notice
2 Oct 2020
Last checked
27 Oct 2026
An official CAA Japan notice concerns Passenger cars (Volvo V60 and other models) - Repair. Engine cooling system defect (bleeder hose). Defective component: Engine cooling system (bleeder hose). Condition of the structure, equipment or performance considered noncompliant with standards, and its cause: An inappropriate air-bleeding design in the engine cooling system may prevent air from escaping from the cooling system if the dedicated special tool is not used correctly when refilling coolant after repairs or similar work. Consequently, cooling may be insufficient and, in the worst case, a fire may occur in the engine compartment. Published 2020-10-02.
What to do now
(Recall) 外－３０９８. Corrective measures: Add an air-bleeding hose to the engine cooling system on all vehicles.
Recall number
外-3098
Official notice
2020-10-02
The hazard
The hazard
Engine cooling system defect (bleeder hose). Defective component: Engine cooling system (bleeder hose). Condition of the structure, equipment or performance considered noncompliant with standards, and its cause: An inappropriate air-bleeding design in the engine cooling system may prevent air from escaping from the cooling system if the dedicated special tool is not used correctly when refilling coolant after repairs or similar work. Consequently, cooling may be insufficient and, in the worst case, a fire may occur in the engine compartment.
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Brand: Volvo. Contact: ボルボ・カスタマー・センター. Phone 0120-922-662.
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