Volvo XC60 Recall R/2010/211: Airbag Curtain May Not Deploy Correctly, Who Is Affected And What To Do
- Urgent
- How serious
- 24 Nov 2010
- Launched
- 20
- vehicles in the UK
- R39153
- Manufacturer’s campaign code
Volvo recalled XC60 vehicles. The inflatable curtain may have been fitted incorrectly which could prevent it from deploying as intended. The recall notice describes the fix as: that are likely to be affected to check and where necessary adjust the curtain. You won't usually pay for it.1
What’s Wrong
The inflatable curtain may have been fitted incorrectly which could prevent it from deploying as intended.
DVSA's Original Wording
Concern: AIRBAG CURTAIN MAY NOT DEPLOY CORRECTLY Defect: The inflatable curtain may have been fitted incorrectly which could prevent it from deploying as intended. Remedy: Recall the vehicles that are likely to be affected to check and where necessary adjust the curtain.
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The Risk
The recall notice describes the concern as: airbag curtain may not deploy correctly.
The Fix
The recall notice describes the fix as: that are likely to be affected to check and where necessary adjust the curtain.
Are You Affected?
XC60 may be included. Volvo estimates 20 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 R39153 or the DVSA reference R/2010/211. 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| C40, S90, V60, V90 and 3 moreSafety Notice | Urgent | R/2025/211 | |
| S60, S90, V60, V90 and 2 moreCell Modules | Urgent | R/2025/117 | |
| S60, S90, V60, V90 and 3 morePush Road | Urgent | R/2024/446 | |
| XC60, XC90Seat and seat belt torque | Urgent | R/2024/124 | |
| 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/2010/201 on 5 Nov 2010, for engine speed may increase without warning. The one launched after it was RCOMP/2010/007 on 24 Nov 2010, for battery may overheat. You can also see every Volvo recall, the Volvo XC60 recall history, all recalls launched in 2010 and airbag recalls across every make.
Source: DVSA recall R/2010/211, launched 24 November 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.