More than 100,000 Volvos have been recalled worldwide over potential issues with automatic safety brakes that affect the firm’s entire range.
Around 10,200 UK cars are affected by the electronic braking support function problem.
In rare cases, the carmaker says it could result in electronic braking support functions being lost during driving.
Owners will be contacted by Volvo to arrange a free brake control module software update to fix the problem.
In a statement Volvo said: “Volvo Cars has issued a recall on 106,691 cars across a number of markets globally, due to a potential issue with software within the brake control module.
“In rare cases, this may result in electronic braking support functions being lost during driving, although braking capability will remain via the brake pedal.
“To remedy the affected vehicles, Volvo Cars will update the software relating to the brake control module.
“Volvo Cars is contacting owners of affected cars, informing them of the issue and asking them to book an appointment with their retailer as soon as possible to have the software update installed.”
“Safety is a top priority for Volvo Cars, and we take this issue seriously.
“We are launching this recall to prevent issues and inconvenience for our customers.”