2022 Volvo XC40

Problems, Recalls & Reliability Report

Above Average

Quick Summary

The 2022 Volvo XC40 has 46 owner complaints filed with NHTSA — that's 0.6x the segment average of 80. The most common issue is driver assist/cameras problems (46% of all complaints), specifically: the contact leased a 2022 volvo xc40. the contact stated that while using the backup camera at night, the brightness of the taillights would obstruct his vision while reversing. the manufacturer was notified of the failure and provided him with a case number. the contact also notified the dealer of .

4 crash reports 4 injuries

Total Complaints

Recalls Issued

—/5

Safety Stars

0.6x

vs Segment Avg

Known Problems

DRIVER ASSIST/CAMERAS

21 complaints

46%

• The contact leased a 2022 Volvo XC40. The contact stated that while using the backup camera at night, the brightness of the taillights would obstruct his vision while reversing. The manufacturer was notified of the failure and provided him with a case number. The contact also notified the dealer of
• I was driving Westbound on a 2-lane tree-lined county road at around 9:00 AM with the sun behind me. Without any other vehicles, pedestrians or objects, the car came to a sudden hard-brake stop with the seatbelt clenching around me. I was alarmed by this "phantom braking" experience. I have an appoi
• Blind Spot monitoring indicates a vehicle is in the blind spot area when no other vehicle is actually present. It has also failed to warn that a vehicle is actually in the blind spot when one was. On some occasions it just starts blinking erratically. I believe this is happening primarily on the

Typical onset: 50K miles Est. repair: $500

“The contact leased a 2022 Volvo XC40. The contact stated that while using the backup camera at night, the brightness of the taillights would obstruct his vision while reversing. The manufacturer was notified of the failure and provided him with a case number. The contact also notified the dealer of ”

— NHTSA complaint filing

OTHER

7 complaints

15%

• Problem with rearview backup camera when in dark the camera shows red that when backing up in the dark the tail lights are so bright that all as could be seen is red you cannot see any objects that are behind the vehicle
• Right (passenger side) rear window failed at highway speeds. Window shattered spreading small pieces of glass throughout car interior. No projectiles found in the debris, and no other vehicles were around when window shattered.
• The GPS continues to stop working, it states it is "searching for GPS". It has been to the dealership three different times for this software malfunction with no resolution.

Typical onset: 50K miles Est. repair: $500

“Problem with rearview backup camera when in dark the camera shows red that when backing up in the dark the tail lights are so bright that all as could be seen is red you cannot see any objects that are behind the vehicle”

— NHTSA complaint filing

BODY/STRUCTURE

3 complaints

• The contact owns a 2022 Volvo XC40. The contact stated that material used to manufacture the rear lift gate parcel shelf in the vehicle would fracture when touched, causing small fiberglass shards to become stuck in the skin. The cause of the failure was not yet determined. The manufacturer and loca
• See accompanying letter.Cracked panoramic sun roof, with no evidence convincing stone damage, people with similar issues , involving same model.
• The front driver or passenger doors do not open 100% of the time when pulling on the handle. This behavior happens after the car has been unlocked. It happens when pulling at an angle that is slightly up and quick in motion. If you pull directly out, away from the car body, and slower it will open u

Typical onset: 50K miles Est. repair: $500

“The contact owns a 2022 Volvo XC40. The contact stated that material used to manufacture the rear lift gate parcel shelf in the vehicle would fracture when touched, causing small fiberglass shards to become stuck in the skin. The cause of the failure was not yet determined. The manufacturer and loca”

— NHTSA complaint filing

SPEED CONTROL

3 complaints

• When backing the vehicle out of a parking space on Wednesday, December 21, 2022, the vehicle lurched and moved very slowly. The center HUD displayed the message, "Slow Down. The Vehicle will reduce speed. Propulsion system failure." The vehicle was towed to the Volvo certified dealer in Roanoke VA
• The contact owns a 2022 Volvo XC40. The contact stated while dropping off her niece at school, the vehicle was at a complete stop with the brake pedal depressed; however, the vehicle accelerated unintendedly and drove over the pavement. The brake pedal was depressed but failed to respond. The vehicl
• The contact owns a 2022 Volvo XC40. The contact stated the vehicle was in park, with no accelerator pedal or brake pedal being depressed when it experienced an unintended acceleration. As a result, the vehicle crashed into a pole where it came to a stop. The air bags did not deploy. A police report

Typical onset: 50K miles Est. repair: $500💥 2 crashes

“When backing the vehicle out of a parking space on Wednesday, December 21, 2022, the vehicle lurched and moved very slowly. The center HUD displayed the message, "Slow Down. The Vehicle will reduce speed. Propulsion system failure." The vehicle was towed to the Volvo certified dealer in Roanoke VA”

— NHTSA complaint filing

ELECTRICAL

3 complaints

• When backing the vehicle out of a parking space on Wednesday, December 21, 2022, the vehicle lurched and moved very slowly. The center HUD displayed the message, "Slow Down. The Vehicle will reduce speed. Propulsion system failure." The vehicle was towed to the Volvo certified dealer in Roanoke VA
• In the past 3 months, my 2022 Volvo XC40 has experienced four complete power failures, each requiring a tow. 1️⃣ The first incident occurred while waiting at a left-turn lane; the car stalled and would not restart. 2️⃣ The second incident happened at a car wash where the vehicle died mid-process an
• My vehicle is affected by the recall #R10320 or NHTSA # 25V282. The recall letter states that the dealerships have the updated software available to solve the back-up camera issue, also over the air update will solve the problem later if that is my choice. The problem is that I see this as just a ma

Typical onset: 50K miles Est. repair: $500

— NHTSA complaint filing

Estimated Repair Costs

DRIVER ASSIST/CAMERAS(~50K mi)

$500

OTHER(~50K mi)

$500

BODY/STRUCTURE(~50K mi)

$500

SPEED CONTROL(~50K mi)

$500

ELECTRICAL(~50K mi)

$500

Estimates based on average reported repair costs. Actual costs vary by location, shop, and severity.

🔍 Pre-Purchase Inspection Checklist

Based on 46 owner complaints for this specific year, here's what to check or ask about:

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DRIVER ASSIST/CAMERAS: The contact leased a 2022 Volvo XC40. The contact stated that while using the backup camera at night, the brightness of the taillights would obstruct his vision while reversing. The manufacturer was notified of the failure and provided him with a case number. The contact also notified the dealer of
Typically appears around 50K miles. Repair cost ~$500
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OTHER: Problem with rearview backup camera when in dark the camera shows red that when backing up in the dark the tail lights are so bright that all as could be seen is red you cannot see any objects that are behind the vehicle
Typically appears around 50K miles. Repair cost ~$500
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BODY/STRUCTURE: The contact owns a 2022 Volvo XC40. The contact stated that material used to manufacture the rear lift gate parcel shelf in the vehicle would fracture when touched, causing small fiberglass shards to become stuck in the skin. The cause of the failure was not yet determined. The manufacturer and loca
Typically appears around 50K miles. Repair cost ~$500
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SPEED CONTROL: When backing the vehicle out of a parking space on Wednesday, December 21, 2022, the vehicle lurched and moved very slowly. The center HUD displayed the message, "Slow Down. The Vehicle will reduce speed. Propulsion system failure." The vehicle was towed to the Volvo certified dealer in Roanoke VA
Typically appears around 50K miles. Repair cost ~$500
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General: Get a pre-purchase inspection from an independent mechanic ($100-$200)