Volvo Recall 23V-188: Electrical system

Affected: 2023 Volvo C40BEV, 2023 Volvo S60, 2023 Volvo V60CC and 3 more. Filed with NHTSA on March 22, 2023, covering about 393 vehicles.

The problem

Volvo Car USA, LLC (Volvo Car) is recalling certain 2023 S60, V60CC, XC60, XC90, XC40, and C40 vehicles. A diagnostic trouble code (DTC) may be falsely detected for the emergency call system (e-call) and display "e-Call Service Required" in the driver information module (DIM).

The risk

The false warning message could prevent the detection of an actual e-call system failure, which could delay an emergency response during a crash, increasing the risk of injury.

The fix

Dealers will update the telematics and connectivity antenna module (TCAM) software, free of charge. Owner notification letters are expected to be mailed May 16, 2023. Owners may contact Volvo Car's customer service 1-800-458-1552. Volvo Car's number for this recall is R10225.

Recall details

NHTSA campaign23V-188 (23V188000)
Manufacturer numberR10225
ManufacturerVolvo Car USA, LLC
ComponentElectrical system
Report dateMarch 22, 2023
Owners notifiedApril 21, 2023
Vehicles affected393
Initiated byManufacturer

Vehicles covered

Owner complaints about the electrical system

Frequently asked questions

Is the recall 23V-188 repair free?

Yes. Volvo dealers will fix the problem at no cost: Dealers will update the telematics and connectivity antenna module (TCAM) software, free of charge. Owner notification letters are expected to be mailed May 16, 2023. Owners may contact Volvo Car's customer service 1-800-458-1552.

How do I know if my car is included?

Not every vehicle of the listed model years is affected — the recall covers 393 vehicles built in a certain window. Check your 17-character VIN with our VIN recall check or at nhtsa.gov/recalls.

Source: U.S. National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) — owner complaints through October 20, 2026, recalls and defect investigations; fuel economy from the EPA. Complaints are unverified reports and are not proof of a defect. How we rate model years.