Volvo Recall 26V-001: Electrical system – traction battery

Affected: 2025 Volvo EX30. Filed with NHTSA on January 2, 2026, covering about 40 vehicles.

Park outside: the manufacturer advises owners to park outside and away from structures until repaired.

The problem

Volvo Car USA, LLC (Volvo Car) is recalling certain 2025 EX30 vehicles. The high-voltage battery may experience a short circuit and overheat.

The risk

A high-voltage battery that overheats increases the risk of a fire.

The fix

Owners are advised to park outside and away from structures and limit their charge to a maximum of 70% until the recall repair is complete. Dealers will inspect and replace the battery modules as necessary, free of charge. Owners may contact Volvo Car's customer service at 1-800-458-1552. Volvo Car's number for this recall is R10355. Vehicle Identification Numbers (VINs) involved in this recall will be searchable on NHTSA.gov beginning January 26, 2026. This recall was replaced by recall number 26V103.

Recall details

NHTSA campaign26V-001 (26V001000)
Manufacturer numberR10355
ManufacturerVolvo Car USA, LLC
ComponentElectrical system › Propulsion system › Traction battery
Report dateJanuary 2, 2026
Vehicles affected40
Initiated byManufacturer

Vehicles covered

Owner complaints about the electrical system

Frequently asked questions

Is the recall 26V-001 repair free?

Yes. Volvo dealers will fix the problem at no cost: Owners are advised to park outside and away from structures and limit their charge to a maximum of 70% until the recall repair is complete. Dealers will inspect and replace the battery modules as necessary, free of charge.

How do I know if my car is included?

Not every vehicle of the listed model years is affected — the recall covers 40 vehicles built in a certain window. Check your 17-character VIN with our VIN recall check or at nhtsa.gov/recalls.

Is it safe to drive?

Owners are advised to park outside and away from buildings until the repair is done, because of a fire risk.

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.