CarRecallWatchThe 2025 Volvo XC40 has 2 safety recalls on file with NHTSA.
Owners have filed 11 complaints with NHTSA, including 1 crash.
The most-reported problem area is Back Over Prevention (5 reports).
2Recalls
11Owner complaints
1Crashes reported
n/aNHTSA safety rating
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2025 Volvo XC40 recalls
Rearview camera may not show image when in reverse
Some Volvo vehicles may not display the rearview camera image when the car is put in reverse.
Rearview camera may not display in reverse, raising crash risk
The rearview camera image may fail to appear when the vehicle is put in reverse.
Most common 2025 Volvo XC40 problems
Problem areas named in the 11 complaints owners filed with NHTSA.
| Problem area | Reports |
|---|---|
| Back Over Prevention | 5 |
| Unknown Or Other | 4 |
| Electrical System | 3 |
| Engine | 3 |
| Forward Collision Avoidance | 2 |
| Vehicle Speed Control | 1 |
| Steering | 1 |
| Fuel/Propulsion System | 1 |
What owners report
I live in [XXX], where summer temperatures are extremely high. This week, afternoon temperatures have been reaching nearly 100°F (38°C). My vehicle is a mild-hybrid Volvo XC40, and there is no option to permanently disable the automatic start-stop function (or at least every time I start the car). This week, while driving home from work at around 4:00 PM, I stopped at a traffic light and the engine shut off automatically. As a result, the air conditioning immediately reduced its cooling performance, making the cabin noticeably less comfortable in the extreme heat. I instinctively pressed the accelerator to turn the engine back on and I nearly collided with the vehicle in front of me. In my
Mild hybrid vehicle that was purchased 4/20/2026. Volvo service states incident on 06/10/2026 was caused by vehicle running overnight in enclosed garage. Volvo also states that cause was due to item inserted into drivers seatbelt buckle. No warnings posted regarding this would cause the vehicle to turn on once car was parked and driver door shut and run continuously throughout the night in an enclosed garage. Volvo claims every time the driver door is opened, it shuts the engine off. This is not true! And this situation proves that. Vehicle still currently at dealers to be repaired so unsure if components are available for inspection. Components damaged are: Midvoltage battery, midvoltage Co
I believe this is a major (and known) software issue, but the car has on several occasions, when stationary, entered a state where all of its controls are unresponsive and the engine cannot be turned off. *Nothing* related to the operation of the car works, including the electronic handbrake, gear selector OR the stop/start button. This is an exceptionally dangerous fault, as the car engine cannot be turned off, and the "handbrake" cannot be engaged. Getting out of the car and locking/unlocking it with the remote does not initally clear the problem. Sometimes it resolves by itself after several minutes. We think that maybe pushing and holding the stop/start button sometimes helps, but it is
The car starts vibrations on at 70 mph through 80 mph. I have brought it to the dealer who stated they felt it and declared that it is normal for severe vibrations to occur at only these speeds. Volvo refused to acknowledge or treat the issue. This issue has been reported and Volvo issued a Technical Journal 36752.2.0 which directs the technicians to acknowledge the vibrations but will provide no solution. This is a safety issue if your car vibrates at highway speed. How has Volvo been allowed to sell these cars without warnings?
I was pulling out of a parking space, and the car opposite me in the next row was pulling out at the same time. We backed into each other, damaging both cars. The ADAS failed to activate the rear camera, automatic emergency braking, parking collision warning, and rear cross traffic warning. There were no injuries, so we didn't call the police; we exchanged insurance info. The other driver was also driving a Volvo, and the ADAS also failed in his car. The first thing we said to each other was, "What happened to all the Volvo safety alerts!" I called Volvo to report the incident, and we set up an appointment for an inspection. A few days later, the ADAS failed again when I was backing out of
2025 Volvo XC40 questions
Does the 2025 Volvo XC40 have any recalls?
Yes. NHTSA lists 2 safety recalls for the 2025 Volvo XC40: Rearview camera may not show image when in reverse; Rearview camera may not display in reverse, raising crash risk. Recall repairs are normally free at an authorized dealer.
What are the most common problems with the 2025 Volvo XC40?
Based on 11 owner complaints filed with NHTSA, the most-reported problem areas are Back Over Prevention (5), Unknown Or Other (4), Electrical System (3).
How do I check if a recall on my 2025 Volvo XC40 has been fixed?
Enter your 17-character VIN in our VIN recall check. It shows open recalls that have not been repaired on your specific vehicle. Recall repairs are normally free at an authorized dealer.
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