DEFECT #1 - VISIBILITY: DEFROSTER/DEFOGGER SYSTEM

Description
On certain sport utility vehicles, under certain conditions, the climate control module (ccm) may receive a 'shut-down signal' from the engine control module (ecm) after ignition key insertion.  If this condition occurs, the climate control functions will not be available (including the defroster) during that driving cycle.

Consequence
Inoperative defrosters under inclement weather conditions could cause impaired visibility which has the potential to result in personal injury and/or vehicle and property damage.

Corrective Action
The ecm software will be upgraded.  The manufacturer has not yet provided an owner notification schedule for this campaign.  Owners may contact volvo at 1-800-458-1552.

Notes
Volvo recall no.  185.customers may also contact the national highway traffic safety administration's vehicle safety hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (tty 1-800-424-9153), or go to safercar.gov.