Volvo C30, C70, S40 And 1 More Recall R/2011/127: Clutch Pedal Mechanism May Fail, Who Is Affected And What To Do
- Stop driving
- How serious
- 7 Sep 2011
- Launched
- 35,587
- vehicles in the UK
- R49221
- Manufacturer’s campaign code
Volvo recalled C30, C70, S40 and 1 more vehicles. The rod connecting the clutch master cylinder and the clutch pedal may break. The dealer will replace clutch master cylinder with a new metal push rod in-place of the plastic one. You won't usually pay for it.1
The manufacturer’s notice tells owners not to use it. Ask for collection or a home repair.
The manufacturer's notice tells owners not to drive until the repair is done. Ask Volvo to collect the car. See do not drive recalls.
What’s Wrong
The rod connecting the clutch master cylinder and the clutch pedal may break. It may not be possible to disengage the clutch. In worst cases this may happen suddenly with no warning to the driver. If this happens bring the car to a safe stop using the engine and switch off the ignition.
DVSA's Original Wording
Concern: CLUTCH PEDAL MECHANISM MAY FAIL Defect: The rod connecting the clutch master cylinder and the clutch pedal may break. It may not be possible to disengage the clutch. In worst cases this may happen suddenly with no warning to the driver. If this happens bring the car to a safe stop using the engine and switch off the ignition. Remedy: Replace clutch master cylinder with a new metal push rod in-place of the plastic one.
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The Risk
The recall notice describes the concern as: clutch pedal mechanism may fail.
The Fix
The dealer will replace clutch master cylinder with a new metal push rod in-place of the plastic one.
Are You Affected?
C30, C70, S40 and 1 more may be included. Volvo estimates 35,587 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 R49221 or the DVSA reference R/2011/127. 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, S40, V50Brakes may not perform as expected | Urgent | R/2011/075 | |
| C30, S40, V50Support member may crack | Low | R/2011/031 |
This is one of 175 Volvo recalls in DVSA’s data. The Volvo recall launched before it was R/2011/097 on 26 Jul 2011, for fire may occur. The one launched after it was R/2011/135 on 3 Oct 2011, for possibility of loss of drive. You can also see every Volvo recall and all recalls launched in 2011.
Source: DVSA recall R/2011/127, launched 7 September 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.