2025 Volvo XC40
Only 11 complaints on file — too few for a fair verdict.
This verdict reflects complaint volume compared to this model's typical year. Recalls and safety issues below apply regardless of the verdict — always check them.
Only 11 complaints on file — too few for a fair verdict. The data below is complete but unranked.
- Complaints
- 11
- Recalls
- 2
- Investigations
- 0
- Top problem
- —
Too few to rank
Campaigns on file for 2025
None on file
Not enough data
Complaints per year
2025: 11 complaints
View as data table
| Year | Complaints |
|---|---|
| 2017 | 0 |
| 2018 | 0 |
| 2019 | 30 |
| 2020 | 12 |
| 2021 | 52 |
| 2022 | 37 |
| 2023 | 48 |
| 2024 | 28 |
| 2025 | 11 |
Known problem areas
Only 11 complaints on file for this model year — too few to rank by share. Raw counts only, below.
Back over prevention
5 of 11 total reports mention: back over prevention, most commonly citing camera and warnings.
Show complaint excerpts
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.
NHTSA ODI report, 2026-04-18
Also filed under Forward collision avoidance
Engine
3 of 11 total reports mention: engine.
Show complaint excerpts
I live in [XXX], where summer temperatures are extremely high. This week, afternoon temperatures have been reaching nearly 100°F (38°C).
NHTSA ODI report, 2026-07-31
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.
NHTSA ODI report, 2026-07-19
Also filed under Fuel/propulsion system
Electrical system
3 of 11 total reports mention: electrical system.
Forward collision avoidance
2 of 11 total reports mention: forward collision avoidance, most commonly citing automatic emergency braking.
Vehicle speed control
1 of 11 total reports mentions: vehicle speed control.
Safety timeline
2 recalls · 0 investigations · oldest first
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2025-06-27Back over prevention25V282000 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.
Remedy: The software will be updated by a dealer or through an over-the-air (OTA) update, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed June 27, 2025. Owners may contact Volvo Car customer service at 1-800-458-1552.
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2026-03-02Back over prevention25V908000 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.
Remedy: The software will be updated by a dealer or through an over-the-air (OTA) update, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed February 24, 2026. Owners may contact Volvo Carâs customer service at 1-800-458-1552.
Buy-smart checklist
2025 Volvo XC40 — pre-purchase inspection
Inspect
- Back over prevention: 5 reports on file for this year.
- Engine: 3 reports on file for this year.
- Electrical system: 3 reports on file for this year.
Verify these recalls were completed
- Recall 25V282000 · Back over prevention
- Recall 25V908000 · Back over prevention
FAQ
- Is the 2025 Volvo XC40 reliable?
- There isn't enough NHTSA complaint data on file yet to give this model year a verdict.
- What are the most common problems with the 2025 Volvo XC40?
- The most-reported component is back over prevention, accounting for 45% of complaints on file.
- How many recalls does the 2025 Volvo XC40 have?
- 2 recalls on file for this model year.
Data updated 2026-11-01 · Complaints are unverified owner reports filed with NHTSA, not independently verified defects. Methodology.