Volvo V70 Loss of power steering fluid may cause a fire Recall
Recall affects Volvo V70
Reason for recall: A joint on the high pressure line of the power assisted steering may not have been assembled correctly. This may lead to a leakage of steering fluid into the engine bay. This could result in sudden loss of power assistance but in extreme cases it could result in a localised fire within the engine bay.
When was it announced?
Jun 9, 2010
What action are Volvo taking?
Recall affected vehicles to check and if required torque the unit up to the correct specification.
Does this affect your V70?
This issue affects V70 V80 ( Fitted with 1.6D engine), this particular recall is for the V70.