Volvo Car Ireland Limited has announced a voluntary recall of several plug-in hybrid models due to a potential defect in the high-voltage battery. The issue affects 199 vehicles in the Republic of Ireland, including V90, XC60, XC90, S90, V60 and S60 models, manufactured between 2019 and 2021.
Affected Vehicles
The recall covers 199 Volvo vehicles manufactured within the following periods:
- Volvo S60: 25 February 2019 – 30 November 2021
- Volvo XC60: 25 September 2019 – 29 November 2021
- Volvo XC90: 29 April 2019 – 29 November 2021
- Volvo V60: 15 May 2019 – 01 December 2021
- Volvo S90: 26 July 2019 – 24 May 2021
- Volvo V90: 09 June 2019 – 29 November 2021
Details of the Fault
The issue arises from a manufacturing defect in the high-voltage battery. Under certain conditions:
- Battery cells may overheat when the vehicle is fully charged
- This can increase the likelihood of a thermal event
- In the worst-case scenario, a battery fire may occur while the car is parked with a full charge
Importantly, there is no fire risk while driving the vehicle.
The corrective action includes:
- Inspection of the battery modules
- Replacement if necessary
- Installation of new software to continuously monitor battery performance
Risks
The primary risk is a fire developing while the vehicle is parked with a fully charged high-voltage battery. While the vehicle is in motion, the risk does not apply.
What Owners Should Do
Volvo Ireland will contact affected owners directly to arrange free inspections and repairs at authorised dealerships.
Owners should:
- Wait for official notification from Volvo Ireland, or
- Contact their local Volvo dealership proactively to check if their car is affected
How to Check if Your Car is Affected
Volvo owners can confirm recall status by:
- Visiting the Volvo Ireland website
- Entering their Vehicle Identification Number (VIN) in the recall checker
- Contacting Volvo customer service or a local authorised dealer
Official Sources
- Issuing Authority: Volvo Car Ireland Limited
- Publication Date: 21 March 2025
- Volvo Ireland Official Website
- Competition and Consumer Protection Commission (CCPC) – Vehicle Recall Notices
FAQs
Which Volvo models are affected?
The S60, S90, V60, V90, XC60, and XC90 plug-in hybrid vehicles manufactured between 2019 and 2021.
What is the risk?
The high-voltage battery may overheat when fully charged, increasing the risk of a fire while parked.
Is there a risk while driving?
No. The fire risk applies only when the vehicle is parked with a full charge.
Is the repair free?
Yes. Volvo Ireland will carry out battery inspections, replacements if needed, and software updates free of charge.
Disclaimer
This article is based on official recall information published by Volvo Car Ireland Limited and the Competition and Consumer Protection Commission (CCPC). All details, including production dates and number of vehicles affected, apply only to the Republic of Ireland.
