Volvo U201F00
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Volvo DTC U201F00 is documented in official Volvo Technical Journal 36195 materials as a permanent fault in the Central Electronic Module (CEM). The supplied evidence associates it with central-locking and remote-control-key concerns, including central locking not working, other central-locking problems, a mechanical issue with the key unit only, or a remote control that does not work.
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1. What does U201F00 mean?
Volvo DTC U201F00 is documented in official Volvo Technical Journal 36195 materials as a permanent fault in the Central Electronic Module (CEM). The supplied evidence associates it with central-locking and remote-control-key concerns, including central locking not working, other central-locking problems, a mechanical issue with the key unit only, or a remote control that does not work.
2. Technical explanation
The verified records identify U201F00 as a permanent DTC stored by the CEM. The database does not provide a plain-language manufacturer definition for the code beyond the source material’s listing. The same Volvo technical-journal evidence lists customer symptom categories related to locking/unlocking and the remote-control key. It does not establish that every listed symptom will occur on every vehicle with U201F00.
3. What system is affected?
Central Electronic Module (CEM); central locking/unlocking and remote-control-key functions are the associated areas documented by the supplied Volvo technical-journal evidence.
4. How serious is this code?
Not yet established by verified evidence.
5. Symptoms you may notice
- Central locking does not work.
- Other central-locking problems.
- Remote-control key mechanical problem, key unit only.
- Remote control does not work.
6. Possible causes
- Not yet established by verified evidence.
7. Can I still drive the vehicle?
Not yet established by verified evidence.
8. Can I charge the vehicle?
Not yet established by verified evidence.
9. What you can safely do
- Use the supplied NHTSA-hosted Volvo technical-journal documents as reference when arranging diagnosis.
- Have a Volvo service provider diagnose the permanent CEM fault and the associated locking or remote-control-key concern.
- Do not attempt high-voltage or module repair based on this information.
10. Step-by-step troubleshooting
- Confirm whether the reported concern is central locking, unlocking, or remote-control-key operation.
- Have a service provider read CEM diagnostic information and confirm whether U201F00 is present as a permanent fault.
- Not yet established by verified evidence: further diagnostic steps, component tests, wiring checks, or repair procedures.
11. When to contact service
Service is appropriate when U201F00 is present or when the documented locking/unlocking or remote-control-key symptoms occur. The supplied evidence does not establish urgency or whether driving must stop.
12. What the service center may check
- Check CEM diagnostic information for permanent DTC U201F00.
- Assess the documented customer concern involving central locking/unlocking or the remote-control key.
- Not yet established by verified evidence: specific inspection criteria, test values, replacement parts, or software actions.
13. Possible repair or resolution
- Not yet established by verified evidence.
14. Affected vehicles
- Volvo S90 · 2018–2022 · US
- Volvo S90 · 2021–2022 · US
- Volvo S90 · 2022 · US
- Volvo XC40 · 2018–2022 · US
- Volvo XC40 · 2021–2022 · US
- Volvo XC40 · 2022 · US
- Volvo XC60 · 2018–2022 · US
- Volvo XC60 · 2022 · US
15. Related TSBs / service bulletins
- Volvo Technical Journal 36195.1.0, dated 2022-04-29, is available through NHTSA as manufacturer communication MC-10212764: https://static.nhtsa.gov/odi/tsbs/2022/MC-10212764-9999.pdf
- Volvo Technical Journal material identified as TJ3619511, dated 2022-05-02, is available through NHTSA as manufacturer communication MC-10213891: https://static.nhtsa.gov/odi/tsbs/2022/MC-10213891-9999.pdf
- Volvo Technical Journal material identified as TJ3619512, dated 2022-05-19, is available through NHTSA as manufacturer communication MC-10214188: https://static.nhtsa.gov/odi/tsbs/2022/MC-10214188-9999.pdf
16. Recall information
- Not yet established by verified evidence.
17. Official manufacturer information
Official source: NHTSA-hosted Volvo manufacturer communications for Technical Journal 36195.1.0 and related revisions. The supplied evidence lists CEM U201F00 as permanent and includes vehicle-type, model-year, and chassis/structure-week ranges; exact eligibility should be confirmed by Volvo using the vehicle identification number.
19. Frequently asked questions
What module stores U201F00?
The supplied official Volvo technical-journal evidence lists U201F00 under the Central Electronic Module (CEM).
Is U201F00 a permanent fault?
Yes. The supplied Volvo source lists the fault type for CEM U201F00 as Permanent.
What problems are associated with U201F00?
The supplied source lists central locking not working, other central-locking problems, a mechanical problem with the key unit only, and a remote control that does not work. It does not establish that all of these symptoms occur in every case.
Can the vehicle be driven or charged with U201F00?
Not yet established by verified evidence.
Which vehicles may be relevant?
The supplied applicability data includes US-market Volvo S90 model years 2018–2022, XC40 model years 2018–2022, and XC60 model years 2018–2022, with overlapping records for selected 2021–2022 and 2022-only ranges. The official journal also uses vehicle-type and chassis/structure-week ranges; Volvo should confirm applicability by VIN.