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Automotive · Japan · 2024-10-18

Volvo XC40 front left seat rail bolt may not be tightened due to improper production management

Country	Japan
Category	Automotive
Published	2024-10-18
Manufacturer	Volvo Car Japan Co., Ltd.
Models affected	Volvo XC40
Units affected	11
Defect	Regarding the seat rail fixing bolt for the front left seat, due to improper management of the production process, some bolts may not have been tightened to the specified torque. As a result, abnormal noise may occur from the affected area, and it may become impossible to adjust the seat's front-to-back position. If use is continued as is, in the worst case, there is a risk that the occupant may not be protected during a collision.
Recall number	外３８９２
Official notice	View source ↗

What this means for sellers

Likely platform / channel actions	OEMs/dealers will run the remedy (repair, replace or refund); component suppliers in the chain may face traceback.
Self-check for comparable products	Check your comparable products' design, materials and QC records against the defect described here.
Rules & standards likely involved	the destination market's product-safety rules and mandatory standards

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