Volvo has recalled 413,151 vehicles equipped with Google built-in infotainment systems because their backup cameras may not display an image.
Recalled models include the:
The company tells federal safety officials that a software conflict can prevent the image from showing. Drivers instead see a “camera is temporarily not available” message.
Volvo will fix the problem with a software update. However, many of these cars can’t receive updates over the air, so owners will need to bring them in for the free upload.
By law, dealers never charge for recall repairs.
Automakers recall many cars, sometimes more than once. Manufacturers try to reach every owner to warn them. However, some may fall through the system’s cracks, leaving some of us unknowingly driving recalled cars. Check our easy recall tool to determine if your car has any outstanding recalls.