Volvo EX40 Recalls

The Volvo EX40 has been recalled 3 times across the 2025 model years. The most recent recall, from December 23, 2025, covers the software. Recall repairs are free at any authorized Volvo dealer.

3recalls
0do not drive / park outside
1model years affected

What gets recalled

  • Driver assistance
    267%
  • Brakes
    133%

2025 Volvo EX40 recalls (3)

Back over prevention › Software

NHTSA recall 25V-908 · Dec 23, 2025 · 413,151 vehicles

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. The rearview camera image may not display when the vehicle is placed in reverse.

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.

Service brakes

NHTSA recall 25V-392 · Jun 12, 2025 · 11,469 vehicles

Volvo Car USA, LLC (Volvo Car) is recalling certain 2023 Volvo C40 BEV, 2025 EC40, 2023-2024 XC40 BEV, 2020-2026 XC90 PHEV, 2022-2026 XC60 PHEV, 2023-2025 S60 PHEV, 2024-2025 V60 PHEV, and 2025-2026 EX40 and 2025 S90 PHEV vehicles.

Remedy: Owners are advised not to use "B" Mode (for plug-in hybrid vehicles) or "One Pedal Drive" (for pure electric vehicles) until the repair has been completed.

Back over prevention › Software

NHTSA recall 25V-282 · May 8, 2025 · 413,151 vehicles

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. The rearview camera image may not display when the vehicle is placed in reverse.

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.

Frequently asked questions

How many recalls does the Volvo EX40 have?

NHTSA lists 3 recalls for the Volvo EX40 across 1 model years.

How do I know if my Volvo EX40 has an open recall?

Enter your 17-character VIN in our VIN decoder & recall check or on nhtsa.gov/recalls. Dealers fix recalls for free, even if you are not the original owner.

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.