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2019 Volvo XC60 · Visibility, cameras & lighting

XC60 loose wiper nuts can reduce windshield visibility

NHTSA campaign 20V503000 lists the 2019 Volvo XC60 for a condition in which xC60 loose wiper nuts can reduce windshield visibility.

Covered model years
2019
Evidence level
Official NHTSA safety recall
Source review date
August 2, 2026
Jurisdiction
United States
Record ID
volvo-xc60-2019-20v503000

Safety instructions

Do not keep driving when…

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  • Front wipers move out of their normal position
  • Wipers no longer clear the windshield for safe visibility

What the source says

The documented condition

NHTSA lists the 2019 Volvo XC60 in safety campaign 20V503000. The official record says: The nuts that secure the front wipers may not have been sufficiently tightened, possibly causing the wipers to not function properly. The stated safety consequence is: The risk of the front wiper arms nut fixation to loosen and not holding the arm in correct position, the wiper function could be reduced and vision could be impaired, thus increasing the risk of a crash. A make, model and year match does not confirm that a specific VIN is included or that the repair remains open.

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Symptoms and vehicle scope

Words owners may use

  • 2019 Volvo XC60 wipers not working
  • XC60 wiper arms out of position
  • Volvo XC60 loose front wiper nuts
  • XC60 visibility and windshield wiper recall
  • NHTSA campaign 20V503000

Symptoms in the record

  • Front wipers move out of position
  • Wiper performance drops and visibility is reduced

Vehicles and limits

  • 2019 Volvo XC60
  • Vehicles included in NHTSA campaign 20V503000
  • VIN confirmation is required

Manufacturer position

What the official procedure directs

Volvo Car will notify owners, and dealers will tighten the nuts holding the front windshield wiper arms in position, free of charge. The recall began September 29, 2020. Owners may contact Volvo Car customer service at 1-800-458-1552. Volvo Car's number for this recall is R10044.

Mileage context

Campaign 20V503000 is based on the recalled vehicle population and VIN, not a published mileage threshold. Mileage alone cannot confirm or exclude it.

Original evidence

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Repair paths and safe checks

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Official repair pathAuthorized dealer or manufacturer service center · VIN check and recall service

Complete recall 20V503000

Volvo Car will notify owners, and dealers will tighten the nuts holding the front windshield wiper arms in position, free of charge. The recall began September 29, 2020. Owners may contact Volvo Car customer service at 1-800-458-1552. Volvo Car's number for this recall is R10044.

Boundary

A year and model match does not confirm VIN eligibility. Do not substitute an owner repair for an open safety recall.

Safe owner checkBasic documentation · 10 minutes

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Boundary

Do not recreate a dangerous symptom for a photo or video.

Record reviewed in the source on August 2, 2026. Confirm the current document and VIN instructions before arranging work.

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