Volvo S60L 2017 Recall for Door Latch Issue
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Volvo Car USA is recalling 2,758 of its 2017 S60L vehicles due to a potential door latch component failure that prevents proper latching, violating federal safety standards.
What this NHTSA vehicle recall tells you, and what most readers miss
This notice was issued by NHTSA on April 8, 2026 and geographically references United States. Its severity classification of "high" signals how the issuing agency weighs the risk of harm if no action is taken - "critical" and "high" tier alerts typically carry direct consumer actions, while "medium" and "low" tend toward informational guidance or monitoring advisories. The category it belongs to - Vehicle Recalls - determines the consumer-protection framework behind it, which shapes what remedies (refunds, replacements, repairs, or the recall itself) are available to affected consumers and which agency holds statutory responsibility for enforcement.
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Recall Article
What Happened
A component within the door latch of certain 2017 Volvo S60L vehicles may break, preventing the door from latching properly. This results in the vehicles failing to comply with Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 206, "Door Locks and Door Retention Components."
Which Products Are Affected
The recall involves 2,758 units of the 2017 Volvo S60L model. This recall expands a previous recall under NHTSA number 19V849, and Vehicle Identification Numbers (VINs) affected are searchable on NHTSA.gov since January 19, 2026.
What You Should Do
Owners should have all four door latches replaced at a dealer, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed on March 11, 2026. Contact Volvo Car’s customer service at 1-800-458-1552 or reference Volvo Car's recall number R89978 for more information.
Why This Matters
A door that does not latch securely can open unexpectedly, increasing the risk of injury to vehicle occupants. This issue highlights the importance of vehicle door safety components in preventing accidents.
Source
NHTSA Campaign Number: 26V072000. Information from NHTSA, accessible via NHTSA.gov.
Original source: NHTSA Official Notice ↗
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