Volvo XC40 recalls
Recalls to 31 Oct 2026, from DVSA's file. Each recall shows its own launch date.
DVSA lists 15 safety recalls naming the Volvo XC40, launched from 2018 to 2026. Most recalls cover only cars built in certain dates or chassis number ranges, so check a specific car on GOV.UK's recall check.
Volvo XC40 recalls at a glance
- Recalls
- 15
- 2018 to 2026
- Latest recall
- 13 July 2026
- R/2026/272
Source: DVSA RecallsFile.csv, recalls launched from 1992 to October 2026, downloaded 31 October 2026. Open Government Licence v3.0.
Every Volvo XC40 recall
Newest first. The concern is the part or system affected, the defect is what can go wrong, and the remedy is what the manufacturer does to put it right.
CMA Cell Modules
R/2026/272, launched 13 July 2026, 7,760 vehicles affected across the models it covers
Defect: On affected vehicles the High Voltage (HV) Battery may have a manufacturing defect which could cause the Battery Cells to overheat when the HV Battery is fully charged. In a worst-case scenario there is a risk of fire when the vehicle is parked up with a fully charged HV Battery.
Remedy: Check and replace the HV Battery Cells if necessary and install modified software.
BCM2 SW – Safety Notice
R/2025/211, launched 23 June 2025. Also covers the C40, S90, V60, V90, XC60, XC90
Defect: Affected vehicles may experience a temporary loss of braking functionality after coasting downhill with ‘B’ mode selected or when using One Pedal Drive. This could potentially lead to a collision.
Remedy: Install modified software via an Over the Air (OTA) update.
Due to a software error the left rear indicator may stop working. Should this happen it will be an intermittent issue and a message will be shown in the driver display. By turning the indictor off and back on again the indicator should return to full functionality: if the warning message is no longer displayed the indicator has full functionality.
R/2024/012, launched 15 January 2024, 18,755 vehicles affected across the models it covers
Defect: Due to a software error the left rear indicator may stop working. Should this happen it will be an intermittent issue and a message will be shown in the driver display. By turning the indictor off and back on again the indicator should return to full functionality: if the warning message is no longer displayed the indicator has full functionality.
Remedy: Solution is to upgrade the software.
During driving or idle the O-Ring may become twisted or break. Should this occur there could be an oil leak a message for low engine oil level displayed in the vehicle or an unusual smell in the cabin. In a worst case scenario this could cause a thermal event.
R/2023/263, launched 4 September 2023, 13,701 vehicles affected across the models it covers. Also covers the S60, V60
Defect: During driving or idle the O-Ring may become twisted or break. Should this occur there could be an oil leak a message for low engine oil level displayed in the vehicle or an unusual smell in the cabin. In a worst case scenario this could cause a thermal event.
Remedy: Replace O-Ring
There may be a potential software error in the brake control module.
R/2023/025, launched 24 January 2023, 10,197 vehicles affected across the models it covers. Also covers the C40, S60, S90, V60, V60CC, V90, V90CC, XC60, XC90
Defect: There may be a potential software error in the brake control module.
Remedy: Update the brake control module software.
THE STARTER MOTOR MAY ENGAGE INCORRECTLY
R/2021/429, launched 13 December 2021, 1,954 vehicles affected across the models it covers
Defect: The starter motor may engage incorrectly and this may lead to a noise when starting the engine or even non-start.
Remedy: Download modified software.
POTENTIALLY INSUFFICIENT OR MISSING WELDING CONNECTION IN THE HYDRAULIC UNIT OF THE BRAKE SYSTEM
R/2021/331, launched 18 September 2021, 28 vehicles affected across the models it covers. Also covers the S60, S90, V60, V60CC, V90, V90CC, XC60, XC90
Defect: There may be an insufficient or missing welding connection in the Hydraulic Unit of the Brake System.
Remedy: Replace the Hydraulic Unit.
HIGH VOLTAGE CONTACTORS IN THE BATTERY ENERGY CONTROL MODULE MAY OPEN DURING DRIVING
R/2021/060, launched 24 February 2021, 134 vehicles affected across the models it covers
Defect: High voltage contactors may open during driving resulting in a risk that the high voltage system may be unintentionally disconnected causing a loss of propulsion.
Remedy: Software upgrade to be carried out.
TWO NUTS ON THE BRAKE BOOSTER HAVE BEEN ASSEMBLED WITH INSUFFICIENT TORQUE
R/2021/025, launched 28 January 2021, 165 vehicles affected across the models it covers
Defect: Two nuts on the Brake Booster have been assembled with insufficient torque.
Remedy: Replace the existing two nuts with two locks nuts assembled with the correct torque.
A CABLE HARNESS IN THE ENGINE COMPARTMENT MAY BE ASSEMBLED IN THE INCORRECT POSITION
R/2021/017, launched 25 January 2021, 5,173 vehicles affected across the models it covers
Defect: A cable harness in the engine compartment may be assembled in the incorrect position.
Remedy: The cable harness is to be secured in the correct position.
BOLTS IN THE BATTERY DISCONNECT UNIT ARE NOT TORQUED TO SPECIFICATION
R/2020/269, launched 15 September 2020, 1 vehicle affected across the models it covers
Defect: Bolts in the Battery Disconnect Unit (BDU) [a component of the High Voltage (HV) Battery] are not torqued according to specification and a bolt may come loose.
Remedy: Replace the High Voltage Battery
SOFTWARE ISSUE MEANS THAT AUTOMATIC EMERGENCY BRAKE SYSTEM MAY NOT ENGAGE
R/2020/073, launched 16 March 2020, 56,385 vehicles affected across the models it covers. Also covers the S60, S90, V60, V60CC, V90, V90CC, XC60, XC90
Defect: The Automatic Emergency Brake System a function of the IntelliSafe system may not always engage increasing the risk of a collision
Remedy: Affected vehicles must have new software downloaded
ONE OF THE NUTS SECURING THE BRAKE BOOSTER TO THE FIREWALL IS MISSING.
R/2020/071, launched 16 March 2020, 224 vehicles affected across the models it covers
Defect: On affected vehicles one of the nuts securing the brake booster to the firewall is missing
Remedy: Fit the missing nut.
POSSIBLE SOFTWARE ISSUE IN THE VEHICLE CONNECTIVITY MODULE (VCM)
R/2018/314, launched 12 November 2018, 7,322 vehicles affected across the models it covers. Also covers the S90, V60, V60CC, V90, V90CC, XC60, XC90
Defect: There may be a software issue in the Vehicle Connectivity Module.
Remedy: Upgrade software in the Vehicle Connectivity Module.
REAR SEAT BACK LOCK STRIKERS MAY BE MISSING ON BOTH SIDES OF THE SEAT
R/2018/224, launched 17 August 2018, 15 vehicles affected across the models it covers
Defect: The rear seat back lock strikers may be missing on both sides of the seat which could cause the backrest not to remain in the upright position.
Remedy: On affected vehicles install the missing striker plates.
Source: DVSA RecallsFile.csv, recalls launched from 1992 to October 2026, downloaded 31 October 2026. Open Government Licence v3.0.
What to do next
If you own a Volvo XC40, check its registration on GOV.UK and ask a Volvo dealer whether any recall work is outstanding. If you are buying one, ask the seller for proof the work was done, and run a Motoring Insider history check for finance, write-offs and the MOT history.