2023 VOLVO XC40BEV — Problems, Recalls & Safety Data
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Safety Rating
1
Owner Complaint
1
Recall
3
Service Bulletins
0
Investigations
Overview of the 2023 VOLVO XC40BEV
The 2023 VOLVO XC40BEV has received a total of 1 safety complaint filed with the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA). There have been 2 recall campaigns affecting this vehicle, covering issues with SERVICE BRAKES, SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC:POWER ASSIST:ELECTRIC:CONTROL MODULE:SOFTWARE. 3 technical service bulletins have been issued by Volvo Car USA, LLC for this model year. The most commonly reported problem area is the Service Brakes Hydraulic Autohold Brake Systembrake Holdsoftware (1 complaint).
Recalls for the 2023 VOLVO XC40BEV
NHTSA has recorded 2 recalls for the 2023 VOLVO XC40BEV, potentially affecting up to 22,938 vehicles.
Recall 25V392000 — SERVICE BRAKES
| 11,469 vehicles affected
Defect: 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. In certain driving scenarios while coasting down a hill and using "B" mode or "One Pedal Drive," the vehicle may lose brake...
Consequence: A loss of brake function increases the risk of a crash.
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. The brake module software will be updated over-the-air (OTA) or by a dealer, free...
View full details →Recall 25V392000 — SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC:POWER ASSIST:ELECTRIC:CONTROL MODULE:SOFTWARE
| 11,469 vehicles affected
Defect: 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. In certain driving scenarios while coasting down a hill and using "B" mode or "One Pedal Drive," the vehicle may lose brake...
Consequence: A loss of brake function increases the risk of a crash.
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. The brake module software will be updated over-the-air (OTA) or by a dealer, free...
View full details →Owner Complaints for the 2023 VOLVO XC40BEV
1 complaint has been filed with NHTSA for the 2023 VOLVO XC40BEV. Below is a breakdown by vehicle component.
| Component | Complaints | Crashes | Fires | Injuries | Deaths |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Service Brakes Hydraulic Autohold Brake Systembrake Holdsoftware | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
Most Recent Complaints
The contact owns a 2023 Volvo XC40 BEV. The contact stated that after the brake module OTA firmware update, the brakes became inoperable. The OTA update removed the AUTO-HOLD function. While depressing the accelerator pedal, the pedal failed to respond as needed. The "AUTO-HOLD" message was displayed while at a stop sign. While driving up a steep hill and making a turn, the vehicle failed to stop while depressing the brake pedal. The AUTO-HOLD warning light was illuminated. The vehicle was taken to the local dealer, where it was diagnosed, and determined that the AUTO-HOLD function was no longer available. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was not contacted. The failure mileage was approximately 30,000. The VIN was not available.
Safety Rating for the 2023 VOLVO XC40BEV
NHTSA has not yet tested the 2023 VOLVO XC40BEV in its New Car Assessment Program.
Technical Service Bulletins for the 2023 VOLVO XC40BEV
Volvo Car USA, LLC has issued 3 technical service bulletins (TSBs) for the 2023 VOLVO XC40BEV. TSBs are notices sent by manufacturers to their dealers describing a known issue and the recommended repair procedure.
37000 — UNKNOWN OR OTHER
This is a Technical Journal: Outer rear view mirror intermittently not folding. May required replacing terminals.
TJ36309.10.0-2024-06-06 — ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
This is a Technical Journal: BEV IHFA P060C04 Internal Processor Failure. Improved IHFA Software.
36743.2.0 — UNKNOWN OR OTHER
This is a Technical Journal: MY23+, ICUP - scratchy sound on Premium Sound Audio; AUD faults. Replace the AUD unit.
NHTSA Investigations for the 2023 VOLVO XC40BEV
There are no NHTSA defect investigations on record for this vehicle.
Other Model Years of the VOLVO XC40BEV
- 2021 VOLVO XC40BEV — 0 complaints
- 2022 VOLVO XC40BEV — 0 complaints
- 2023 VOLVO XC40BEV (current)
- 2024 VOLVO XC40BEV — 0 complaints
- 2026 VOLVO XC40BEV — 0 complaints
Other VOLVO Models
- VOLVO XC90 — 2,131 total complaints
- VOLVO S60 — 1,655 total complaints
- VOLVO S80 — 1,320 total complaints
- VOLVO V70 — 1,177 total complaints
- VOLVO XC60 — 846 total complaints
- VOLVO S70 — 780 total complaints
- VOLVO 850 — 732 total complaints
- VOLVO S40 — 677 total complaints