Volvo S60 Recall R/2010/145: Bonnet May Open Unintentionally, Who Is Affected And What To Do
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- How serious
- 21 Sep 2010
- Launched
- 233
- vehicles in the UK
- R89142
- Manufacturer’s campaign code
Volvo recalled S60 vehicles. On a small number of S60 cars it is possible that secondary bonnet catch will not lock in the closed position correctly. The dealer will inspection and adjustment to the lock if required. You won't usually pay for it.1
What’s Wrong
On a small number of S60 cars it is possible that secondary bonnet catch will not lock in the closed position correctly. If the bonnet is not closed correctly it is possible that the secondary bonnet catch will not secure the bonnet which could result in it opening unintentionally.
DVSA's Original Wording
Concern: BONNET MAY OPEN UNINTENTIONALLY Defect: On a small number of S60 cars it is possible that secondary bonnet catch will not lock in the closed position correctly. If the bonnet is not closed correctly it is possible that the secondary bonnet catch will not secure the bonnet which could result in it opening unintentionally. Remedy: Recall the affected vehicle for inspection and adjustment to the lock if required.
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The Risk
If the fault occurs, the recall notice says it could result in it opening unintentionally.
The Fix
The dealer will inspection and adjustment to the lock if required.
Are You Affected?
S60 may be included. Volvo estimates 233 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?
Choose the make and model so we can match recalls to your car.
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 R89142 or the DVSA reference R/2010/145. 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| S60, S90, V60, V90 and 2 moreCell Modules | Urgent | R/2025/117 | |
| S60, S90, V60, V90 and 3 morePush Road | Urgent | R/2024/446 | |
| S60The passenger air bag may not have been correctly secured | Urgent | R/2023/340 | |
| S60, V60, XC40During driving or idle the O-Ring may become twisted or break. Should this occur there could be an oil leak a message for low engine oil level displayed in the vehicle or an unusual smell in the cabin. In a worst case scenario this could cause a thermal event | Urgent | R/2023/263 | |
| C40, S60, S90, V60 and 6 moreThere may be a potential software error in the brake control module | Urgent | R/2023/025 |
This is one of 175 Volvo recalls in DVSA’s data. The Volvo recall launched before it was R/2010/144 on 21 Sep 2010, for engine may overheat. The one launched after it was R/2010/165 on 18 Oct 2010, for airbag may not deploy as intended. You can also see every Volvo recall, all recalls launched in 2010 and door and latch recalls across every make.
Source: DVSA recall R/2010/145, 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.