Two Volvo Models Recalled to Fix Water Leak

By Chris Chase

Oct 5, 2016

Summary

Moisture could affect sensitive electronic components

Volvo and Transport Canada have recalled two of the Swedish brand's latest models to correct a manufacturing flaw that could allow water to leak into the cabin.

In 2017 S90 sedans and 2016 and 2017 XC90 crossovers, an incorrectly-installed air conditioning drain hose could deposit water into the car's interior. The resulting moisture might affect the operation of various electronic components, including those that control airbag and engine management systems.

Volvo is asking its dealers to inspect the A/C drain hoses in 3,848 affected vehicles and replace them where necessary.

Meet the Author

As a child, Chris spent most of his time playing with toy cars in his parents’ basement or making car sounds while riding his bicycle. Now he's an award-winning Algonquin College Journalism grad who has been playing with real cars that make their own noises since the early 2000s.