Question 1

Is the Volvo XC40 reliable?

Accepted Answer

The Volvo XC40 has 305 total NHTSA complaints across 7 model years. The most reliable years are 2025 (17 complaints), 2020 (20 complaints), 2024 (42 complaints). Years to avoid: 2021 (78 complaints), 2023 (59 complaints).

Question 2

What years of the Volvo XC40 should I avoid?

Accepted Answer

Avoid the 2021, 2023 Volvo XC40. The 2021 model has the most complaints (78) with the top issue being DRIVER ASSIST/CAMERAS.

Question 3

What is the best year for the Volvo XC40?

Accepted Answer

The best years for the Volvo XC40 are 2025 (17 complaints), 2020 (20 complaints), 2024 (42 complaints). These years have the fewest reported issues to NHTSA.

Year	Complaints	Top Issue	Verdict
2025	17	back-up camera delays coming on when car put in re...	Excellent Reliability
2024	42	The contact owns a 2024 Volvo XC40. The contact st...	Above Average
2023	59	The contact owns a 2023 Volvo XC40. The contact st...	Below Average
2022	46	The contact leased a 2022 Volvo XC40. The contact ...	Average
2021	78	The contact owns a 2021 Volvo XC40. The contact st...	Avoid This Year
2020	20	Almost once a month my car with think there is som...	Above Average
2019	43	PILOT ASSIST FUNCTION DISENGAGES SUDDENLY WITHOUT ...	Average

Volvo XC40 — All Years

Volvo XC40 — NHTSA Complaints by Year

Best Years to Buy

Years to Avoid