CarRecallWatch- Component
- SERVICE BRAKES; SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC:POWER ASSIST:ELECTRIC:CONTROL MODULE:SOFTWARE
- Problem
- 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 PHEV vehicles. In certain driving scenarios while coasting down a hill and using "B" mode or "One Pedal Drive," the vehicle may lose brake function.
- Risk
- A loss of brake function increases the risk of a crash.
- Remedy
- Owners are advised not to use "B" Mode (for plug-in hybrid vehicles) or "One Pedal Drive" (for pure electric vehicles) until the repair has been completed. The brake module software will be updated over-the-air (OTA) or by a dealer, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed July 15, 2025. Owners may contact Volvo Car's customer service at 1-800-458-1552. Volvo Car's number for this recall is R10329.
What this recall means for you
Certain Volvo vehicles may lose brake function in specific driving situations while coasting down a hill with "B" mode (plug-in hybrids) or "One Pedal Drive" (fully electric models) engaged. The brake control module software is the cause of the problem.
A loss of brake function increases the risk of a crash. Until the repair is completed, owners are advised not to use "B" mode or "One Pedal Drive." Owner notification letters were mailed July 15, 2025.
The brake module software will be updated over-the-air or by an authorized dealer at no cost to you. Contact Volvo Car USA customer service at 1-800-458-1552 with recall number R10329, and check your VIN for open recalls.
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