Volvo C40BEV recalls and problems
6 recalls and 42 owner complaints for 4 model years. Pick your year for full details.
Recalls
6
Complaints
42
Crashes reported
3
Fires reported
2
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Volvo C40BEV by year
| Year | Recalls | Complaints | Crashes | Fires | Injuries | Deaths |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 C40BEV | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 2024 C40BEV | 3 | 2 | 1 | 0 | 1 | 0 |
| 2023 C40BEV | 6 | 25 | 2 | 1 | 2 | 0 |
| 2022 C40BEV | 2 | 15 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0 |
Most reported Volvo C40BEV problems
| Problem area | Reports | |
|---|---|---|
| Unknown or Other | 10 | |
| Electrical System | 10 | |
| Back Over Prevention | 8 | |
| Vehicle Speed Control | 7 | |
| Power Train | 5 | |
| Forward Collision Avoidance | 4 | |
| Steering | 4 | |
| Service Brakes | 4 | |
| Fuel/Propulsion System | 4 | |
| Structure | 3 |
All Volvo C40BEV recalls
| Recall | Date | Years | Component | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 25V-908 | Dec 23, 2025 | 2022–2024 | Back Over Prevention | Volvo Car USA, LLC (Volvo Car) is recalling certain 2021-2025 XC40, 2022 V90, 2022-2024 C40BEV, 2022-2025 S90, V90CC, XC60, 2023-2025 S60, V60, V60CC, XC90, and 2025 EC40, and EX40 vehicles. |
| 25V-392 | Jun 12, 2025 | 2023 | Service Brakes, Service Brakes, Hydraulic | Volvo Car USA, LLC (Volvo Car) is recalling certain 2023 Volvo C40 BEV, 2025 EC40, 2023-2024 XC40 BEV, 2020-2026 XC90 PHEV, 2022-2026 XC60 PHEV, 2023-2025 S60 PHEV, 2024-2025 V60 PHEV, and 2025-2026 EX40 and 2025 S90… |
| 25V-282 | May 8, 2025 | 2022–2025 | Back Over Prevention | Volvo Car USA, LLC (Volvo Car) is recalling certain 2021-2025 XC40, 2022 V90, 2022-2025 S90, V90CC, C40, XC60, 2023-2025 S60, V60, V60CC, XC90, and 2025 EC40 and EX40 vehicles. |
| 24V-938 | Dec 18, 2024 | 2023–2024 | Air Bags | Volvo Car USA, LLC (Volvo Car) is recalling certain 2023-2024 Volvo C40 vehicles. |
| 23V-188 | Mar 22, 2023 | 2023 | Electrical System | Volvo Car USA, LLC (Volvo Car) is recalling certain 2023 S60, V60CC, XC60, XC90, XC40, and C40 vehicles. |
| 23V-012 | Jan 19, 2023 | 2023 | Service Brakes, Hydraulic | Volvo Car USA, LLC (Volvo Car) is recalling certain 2023 S60, V60, V60CC, V90CC, XC60, XC90, XC40, and C40 vehicles. |
Frequently asked questions
What is the worst year for the Volvo C40BEV?
By owner complaints to NHTSA, the 2023 Volvo C40BEV has the most reports (25). Check the 2023 page for the problems owners describe.
How many recalls does the Volvo C40BEV have?
NHTSA lists 6 safety recalls covering Volvo C40BEV model years 2022–2025.
What are the most common Volvo C40BEV problems?
Owners report unknown or other, electrical system, back over prevention problems most often.