Volvo XC90 Recall R/2017/188: Rear Passenger Seat Belt Pre Tensioner May Not Be To Specification, Who Is Affected And What To Do
- Urgent
- How serious
- 15 Jun 2017
- Launched
- 501
- vehicles in the UK
- R89716
- Manufacturer’s campaign code
Volvo recalled XC90 vehicles built between 23 September 2016 and 8 November 2016. The pre-tensioner in the driver,s side third row passenger seat belt may not have been produced according to the correct specification In the event of a collision the pre tensioner and seat belt will still operate as intended but a very small part could enter the passenger compartment. The recall notice describes the fix as: on affected vehicles replace the seat belt. You won't usually pay for it.1
What’s Wrong
The pre-tensioner in the driver,s side third row passenger seat belt may not have been produced according to the correct specification In the event of a collision the pre tensioner and seat belt will still operate as intended but a very small part could enter the passenger compartment. As a temporary measure until the seat belt has been replaced it is recommended that the seat belt is not used.
DVSA's Original Wording
Concern: REAR PASSENGER SEAT BELT PRE TENSIONER MAY NOT BE TO SPECIFICATION Defect: The pre-tensioner in the driver�s side third row passenger seat belt may not have been produced according to the correct specification In the event of a collision the pre tensioner and seat belt will still operate as intended but a very small part could enter the passenger compartment. As a temporary measure until the seat belt has been replaced it is recommended that the seat belt is not used. Remedy: On affected vehicles replace the seat belt.
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The Risk
The recall notice describes the concern as: rear passenger seat belt pre tensioner may not be to specification.
The Fix
The recall notice describes the fix as: on affected vehicles replace the seat belt.
Are You Affected?
XC90 built between 23 September 2016 and 8 November 2016 may be included. Volvo estimates 501 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 R89716 or the DVSA reference R/2017/188. 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| XC90Front seat belts | Urgent | R/2025/517 | |
| 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 |
This is one of 175 Volvo recalls in DVSA’s data. The Volvo recall launched before it was R/2017/105 on 8 Mar 2017, for retaining bolt for inflatable curtain may be broken. The one launched after it was R/2018/224 on 17 Aug 2018, for rear seat back lock strikers may be missing on both sides of the seat. You can also see every Volvo recall, the Volvo XC90 recall history, all recalls launched in 2017 and seat belt recalls across every make.
Source: DVSA recall R/2017/188, launched 15 June 2017. 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.