Volvo C30, S40, V50 Recall R/2010/144: Engine May Overheat, Who Is Affected And What To Do
- Urgent
- How serious
- 21 Sep 2010
- Launched
- 159
- vehicles in the UK
- R29124
- Manufacturer’s campaign code
Volvo recalled C30, S40, V50 vehicles. The hose connection between the coolant expansion tank and the bleed hose can work loose. The dealer will replace the tank and bleeder hose. You won't usually pay for it.1
What’s Wrong
The hose connection between the coolant expansion tank and the bleed hose can work loose. If this should occur then coolant will leak and air will enter the system. Under these conditions the low coolant level warning light will not function. If the vehicle is driven in this condition it will cause engine damage and in the extreme possible failure.
DVSA's Original Wording
Concern: ENGINE MAY OVERHEAT Defect: It is possible that the hose connection between the coolant expansion tank and the bleed hose can work loose. If this should occur then coolant will leak and air will enter the system. Under these conditions the low coolant level warning light will not function. If the vehicle is driven in this condition it will cause engine damage and in the extreme possible failure. Remedy: Recall the affected vehicle to replace the tank and bleeder hose.
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The Risk
If the fault occurs, the recall notice says it could cause engine damage and in the extreme possible failure.
The Fix
The dealer will replace the tank and bleeder hose.
Are You Affected?
C30, S40, V50 may be included. Volvo estimates 159 vehicles in the UK. Enter your registration to check, then confirm by VIN with Volvo, because not every car in the date range may be included.
Which Car Is It?
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What To Do Now
- Check your car by registration above, then by VIN with Volvo.
- Book with any franchised Volvo dealer, quoting the campaign code R29124 or the DVSA reference R/2010/144. See how to get a Volvo recall fixed.
- Follow the letter's instructions until the repair is done. See can you drive a car with a recall?.
Related Recalls
| Launched | Vehicle and fault | Severity | Reference |
|---|---|---|---|
| S40, V50Exhaust sleeve may detach | Low | R/2013/156 | |
| C30, S40, V50Loss of drive | Urgent | R/2013/046 | |
| C30, C70, S40, V50Fluid may leak into wiring harness which may cause fire | Urgent | R/2011/163 | |
| C30, C70, S40, V50Clutch pedal mechanism may fail | Stop driving | R/2011/127 | |
| C30, S40, V50Brakes may not perform as expected | Urgent | R/2011/075 |
This is one of 175 Volvo recalls in DVSA’s data. The Volvo recall launched before it was R/2010/099 on 16 Jul 2010, for engine may seize. The one launched after it was R/2010/145 on 21 Sep 2010, for bonnet may open unintentionally. You can also see every Volvo recall, all recalls launched in 2010 and fire risk recalls across every make.
Source: DVSA recall R/2010/144, launched 21 September 2010. Data updated 15 October 2026. How we grade urgency.
Sources
- The Code does not itself say repairs are free. GOV.UK guidance says "You will not usually have to pay for any repairs or parts under a safety recall." gov.uk Checked 15 Oct 2026.