Reason for recall: The rod connecting the clutch master cylinder and the clutch pedal may break. It may not be possible to disengage the clutch. In worst cases this may happen suddenly with no warning to the driver. If this happens bring the car to a safe stop using the engine and switch off the ignition.
When was it announced?
Sep 7, 2011
What action are Volvo taking?
Replace clutch master cylinder with a new metal push rod in-place of the plastic one.
Does this affect your V50?
This issue affects V50, this particular recall is for the V50.