URGENT car recall as 70,000 UK vehicles at risk of engine fire

Nearly 70,000 Volvo cars in the UK are being recalled over a fire risk related to an engine problem, the manufacturer said.

Certain models built between 2014 and 2019 are affected by the issue.

A spokesman for the Swedish company said its investigations found that "in very rare cases" a piece of plastic fitted as part of the engine can "melt and deform".

He added: "In the most extreme cases, there is a possibility that a localised engine bay fire may occur.

A number of cars have been recalled over fire fears (stock image) (Manchester Evening News)

"We are taking full responsibility to ensure the highest quality and safety standards of our cars."

70,000 Volvo cars in the UK are being recalled (PA)

"We will do our utmost to perform this action without any unnecessary inconvenience to our customers, and we apologise for the inconvenience caused and are grateful for our customers' cooperation."

The 69,616 UK cars affected are among more than half a million being recalled globally.

Volvo said it was contacting all customers whose vehicles are affected.