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Volvo C40

2017– · 2 documented defects · 5 markets

This file gathers the known defects of the Volvo C40, written and sourced by the community. Anyone can read; a free account lets you contribute. A defect earns the seal once enough reputable contributors have validated it.

Owners often report problems with electrical system on this car (11 complaints), but no one has explained the cause yet. Do you know it?Write it up

Most serious reported defects

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CriticalElectricalNA

Electrical system: problems reported by owners

11 owners in the United States reported problems with the electrical system of this car to NHTSA (model years 2022–2025), typically at around 11,000 miles. Reported consequences: 1 crash, 1 fire, 1 injury.

✓ Mecafile analysis of official data2022–2025View details →
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ModerateSuspensionEU

Band beschadigd (vaak afgekeurd bij de APK)

Bij 4,5% van de APK-keuringen van deze auto in Nederland werd dit gebrek vastgesteld (53 van 1.190 keuringen in de afgelopen 12 maanden): 2,2 keer zo vaak als bij auto's van dezelfde leeftijd.

✓ Mecafile analysis of official data2017–Shown in the original Dutch · translation pendingView details →

Latest official recalls

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RecallModerateElectricalNA

Back over prevention:Software

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. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 111, "Rear Visibility."

NHTSA · United StatesDec 23, 202525V908000Model years 2022–2025View details →
RecallCriticalBrakesUK

BCM2 SW – Safety Notice

Affected vehicles may experience a temporary loss of braking functionality after coasting downhill with ‘B’ mode selected or when using One Pedal Drive. This could potentially lead to a collision.

DVSA · United KingdomJun 23, 2025R/2025/211Model years 2021–2025View details →

Latest service bulletins

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BulletinMinorOtherNA

Bulletin

This is a Technical Journal: Text plus 1 .jpg attachment - If remote control key is not detected by the car and shows message in DIM "Car key not found" or if functions such as lock/unlock are not working, please follow advice for detecting key

NHTSA · manufacturer bulletin11033746Model years 2025View details →
BulletinModerateElectricalNA

Bulletin

This is a Technical Journal: Headlamp condensation inside lens - information/leak test. If the result is not ok (air leak), it is ok to replace the headlamp

NHTSA · manufacturer bulletin11033732Model years 2025View details →
BulletinMinorEngineNA

Bulletin

This is a Technical Journal: Text plus 2 PDFs and 1 .PNG Oil Consumption test. Perform the test. Follow service procedure
 Description and Service sections updated to clarify that vehicle reports are not required.

NHTSA · manufacturer bulletin11032678Model years 2025View details →

Sources: NHTSA (United States, public domain), Transport Canada (Open Government Licence – Canada), DVSA (United Kingdom, Open Government Licence v3.0), RappelConso and EU Safety Gate (France, Licence Ouverte 2.0).