Volvo C30, S40, V50 Recall R/2011/019: Fire May Occur, Who Is Affected And What To Do
- Urgent
- How serious
- 18 Feb 2011
- Launched
- 2,398
- vehicles in the UK
- R29188
- Manufacturer’s campaign code
Volvo recalled C30, S40, V50 vehicles. Volvo quality follow-up procedures have identified an issue on a number of model year 2007 C30 S40 and V50s relating to the engine cooling fan control module. The recall notice describes the fix as: to install a water shield and a cable harness with relay in order to control the engine cooling fan module power supply. You won't usually pay for it.1
What’s Wrong
Volvo quality follow-up procedures have identified an issue on a number of model year 2007 C30 S40 and V50s relating to the engine cooling fan control module. Under certain operating conditions water intrusion could occur into the control module causing a short circuit which in very rare instances could result in a fire in the engine compartment.
DVSA's Original Wording
Concern: FIRE MAY OCCUR Defect: Volvo quality follow-up procedures have identified an issue on a number of model year 2007 C30 S40 and V50s relating to the engine cooling fan control module. Under certain operating conditions water intrusion could occur into the control module causing a short circuit which in very rare instances could result in a fire in the engine compartment. Remedy: To install a water shield and a cable harness with relay in order to control the engine cooling fan module power supply.
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The Risk
If the fault occurs, the recall notice says it could cause a short circuit which in very rare instances could result in a fire in the engine compartment.
The Fix
The recall notice describes the fix as: to install a water shield and a cable harness with relay in order to control the engine cooling fan module power supply.
Are You Affected?
C30, S40, V50 may be included. Volvo estimates 2,398 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.
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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 R29188 or the DVSA reference R/2011/019. 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/2011/002 on 14 Jan 2011, for engine may run on. The one launched after it was R/2011/031 on 23 Mar 2011, for support member may crack. You can also see every Volvo recall, all recalls launched in 2011 and fire risk recalls across every make.
Source: DVSA recall R/2011/019, launched 18 February 2011. 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.