Volvo XC40BEV Problems by Year

Source: NHTSA · Updated Feb 10, 2026 · 1 owner complaints analyzed

NHTSA has 1 owner complaint and 2 safety recalls on file for the Volvo XC40BEV, across 4 model years (2021–2024). The 2023 model year has the most complaints (1). The most reported problem area overall is service brakes, hydraulic; autohold brake system/brake hold.

Peak: 2023, with 1 complaints
2021: 0202102022: 0202202023: 1202312024: 020240

n = 1 complaints · Source: NHTSA

Volvo XC40BEV years to avoid? What the complaint data shows

No XC40BEV model year stands out with more than twice the complaints of a typical year.

Model years with the most complaints

  1. 2023 XC40BEV: 1 complaint, 1 recall

Complaint counts are not adjusted for how many cars were sold or how long each year has been on the road, so newer and less popular years naturally have fewer complaints. Use them to spot problem patterns, not as a safety ranking.

Most common Volvo XC40BEV problems (all years)

Problem areaComplaintsModel yearsCrashes
Service Brakes, Hydraulic; Autohold Brake System/brake Hold110

All Volvo XC40BEV model years

Model yearComplaintsRecallsCrash ratingTop problemCompared with other years
2024 XC40BEV01——
2023 XC40BEV11—Service Brakes, Hydraulic; Autohold Brake System/brake Hold
2022 XC40BEV01——
2021 XC40BEV01——

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Frequently asked questions

Which Volvo XC40BEV years should you stay away from?

No year stands out at twice the typical count; the most complaints are for 2023 (1). Counts are not adjusted for how many cars were sold, and newer years have had less time to collect complaints.

What is the biggest problem with the Volvo XC40BEV?

Service Brakes, Hydraulic; Autohold Brake System/brake Hold, with 1 complaint across 1 model year.

How many recalls does the Volvo XC40BEV have?

2 safety recalls across all model years. Each model year page lists its recalls and fixes.