2020 Volvo XC60 · Driver assistance & braking
Automatic emergency braking may not engage
Certain 2019 to 2020 XC60 vehicles were recalled because the automatic emergency braking system might not detect an obstacle or brake as intended.
What the reviewed source says
Start with the documented condition, not a parts guess.
Volvo recall R29998 covers certain 2019 to 2020 XC60 vehicles with a software and hardware incompatibility in the automatic emergency braking system. The condition may prevent both a collision warning and automatic braking. Volvo states that the normal brake system and other vehicle functions are not affected by this recall.
Words owners may use
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Symptoms in the pattern
- Automatic emergency braking may not activate when expected
- The forward-collision warning may not appear for a stationary object
- There may be no advance warning before the safety function is needed
Vehicles and scope
- Certain 2019 to 2020 Volvo XC60 vehicles
- Recall R29998 eligibility must be checked by VIN
- The same recall also covers specified Volvo S60, S90, V60, V90, XC40 and XC90 vehicles
Manufacturer position
What the official procedure directs
Volvo's recall remedy is a free update to the Active Safety Domain Master software. The recall notice says the conventional braking system is not affected.
This software recall is VIN based and is not limited by mileage.
Original evidence
Open the documents behind this page.
NHTSA record · NHTSA 20V-144 / Volvo R29998 · Mar 17, 2020
Automatic emergency braking may not engage
NHTSA's acknowledgment lists 2019 to 2020 XC60 and the free ASDM software remedy.
Safety recall · Volvo owner notification R29998 · May 1, 2020
Automatic emergency braking software recall notice
Volvo's owner notice states that the conventional braking system and other vehicle functions are not affected by this condition.
Repair paths and safe checks
Separate the diagnosis from the action.
Complete the ASDM software recall
Check the VIN for R29998 and have a Volvo retailer install the Active Safety Domain Master software update if the recall is open.
What owners reported
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Drive as if automatic braking is unavailable
Increase the following distance and keep full attention on the road. Be ready to use the normal brakes, and do not stage an AEB road test.
Never test AEB by approaching a person, vehicle or object.
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