Volvo is recalling around 106,900 cars worldwide over a suspected fault related to the emergency braking system, according to a Reuters report this afternoon. The recall involves cars from Volvo's entire range.
The vehicles being recalled are of the 2023 year model of the C40, XC40, S60, V60, XC60, V90 and XC90 models, a Volvo spokesperson said. Many vehicles in Ireland will be involved in the recall.
The emergency braking system kicks in when the card detects another car, object or person if it appears the driver is not acting quickly enough to engage the brake pedal. Normal braking is not affected.
A statement from the company said: "Volvo Cars has issued a recall on 106,691 cars across a number of markets globally, due to a potential issue with software within the brake control module.
"In rare cases, this may result in electronic braking support functions being lost during driving, although braking capability will remain via the brake pedal.
"To remedy the affected vehicles, Volvo Cars will update the software relating to the brake control module.
"Volvo Cars is contacting owners of affected cars, informing them of the issue and asking them to book an appointment with their retailer as soon as possible to have the software update installed."
It added: "Safety is a top priority for Volvo Cars, and we take this issue seriously. We are launching this recall to prevent issues and inconvenience for our customers."
