Recall 12V317000: TCM Software Update

VEHICLE MAKE/MODEL: MODEL YEAR(S):

Volvo/S80 2011-2013

MANUFACTURER: Volvo Cars of N.A. LLC.

MFR'S REPORT DATE: July 05, 2012

NHTSA CAMPAIGN ID NUMBER: 12V317000

NHTSA ACTION NUMBER: N/A

COMPONENT: Power Train: Automatic Transmission: Control Module (TCM, PCM)

POTENTIAL NUMBER OF UNITS AFFECTED: 1,469

SUMMARY:
Volvo is recalling certain model year 2011-2013 S80 vehicles. A software error may prevent the transmission from downshifting such as shifting from fifth to fourth gear when coasting.

CONSEQUENCE:
This may result in decreased engine RPMs and possible engine stall, increasing the risk of a crash.

REMEDY:
Volvo will notify owners, and dealers will upgrade the software to the Transmission Control Module (TCM), free of charge. The safety recall is expected to begin on, or about, July 19, 2012. Owners may contact Volvo Cars at 1-800-458-1552.

NOTES:
The Volvo recall campaign number is 255. Customers may contact The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration's Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY: 1-800-424-9153); or go to http://www.safercar.gov.