Volvo recalls several MY15-16 models for fuel leak

Volvo Cars Australia has issued a recall for the 2015 and 2016 model-year V40, V40 Cross Country, S60, V60 and XC90, over concerns about a leaking fuel hose.

UPDATE, 15/01/2019: The ACCC has amended the wording of the recall notice, removing mention of a fire risk. The updated posting reads as follows: 

"If the defect occurs there is a risk of a fuel hose leak, the most common symptom being a fuel smell, which may pose a risk of injury to the vehicle occupants and other road users."

According to the Swedish marque: "Affected vehicles may have a leak in the hose on the fuel line. The concern happens due to cracks appearing in the inner layer of the hose in combination with a pressurised system".

If the condition occurs, occupants may smell fuel in the cabin, which could develop into a fuel hose leak and in the worst case, a fire.

VIN lists for the affected model lines are available below:

Owners are advised to contact their local Volvo dealer to arrange an appointment to have their fuel line replaced.

For more information, visit the company's website.

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