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NHTSA crash test of the 2023 Volvo Xc40 B4

NHTSA // CRASH-TESTED

2023 Volvo Xc40 B4

Federal crash-test performance, recalls, and complaints, scored into one NHTSA Safety Index.

0Recalls
40Complaints
0Investigations
ABOUT THE VOLVO XC40 B4

The 2023 Volvo XC40 B4 is a compact luxury SUV that slots into one of the most competitive segments in the American market. Powered by a mild-hybrid four-cylinder powertrain, it targets safety-conscious buyers who want Scandinavian refinement and a smaller footprint than Volvo's larger XC60 and XC90. With a reputation for prioritizing occupant protection, the XC40 carries the brand's safety-first DNA into a more accessible, urban-friendly package.

VERDICT

The 2023 Volvo Xc40 B4 earns an NHTSA Safety Index of 91 out of 100, an exceptional result driven by its federal crash-test stars and its recall record. Both frontal and side crash protection reached the full 5 stars. No vehicle recalls are on file for this model year.

WHO IT IS FOR
  • new and teen drivers who want standard crash-avoidance tech
  • urban drivers exposed to side-impact risk
WHAT REVIEWERS SAY

Reviewers generally regard the XC40 as one of the more refined and thoughtfully designed entries in the compact luxury SUV class, praising its distinctive Scandinavian interior, strong safety credentials, and composed driving character. Some note that cargo space and rear-seat room can feel tighter than rivals, but the overall package is broadly well-received among buyers who prioritize safety and style.

NCAP // CRASH TESTCrash-test breakdown

Overall
Frontal
Side
Rollover
Rollover risk 15.5%

Source: NHTSA NCAP, VehicleId 18684

Index breakdown

Crash protection66/70
Avoidance tech10/10
Defect record15.25/20
Forward collision warning: StandardLane departure warning: StandardStability control: Standard

NCAP // CRASH IMAGESCrash-test images

Crash-test images are US federal government works (NHTSA / NCAP), public domain.

NHTSA // RECALLSRecall record

No vehicle recalls are on file for the 2023 Volvo Xc40 B4 at NHTSA as of 2026-07-02. Equipment recalls, if any, are excluded from the safety score.

NHTSA // COMPLAINTSOwner complaints

40 owner complaints on file. These are unverified allegations reported to NHTSA.

7reported crash
0reported fire
5reported injuries
0reported deaths
Most-reported systemsElectrical System 10Service Brakes 9Back Over Prevention 9Unknown Or Other 7Forward Collision Avoidance 5Lane Departure 3

Rivals in SUV (2023)

Last verified 2026-07-02. Sources: NHTSA SafetyRatings (VehicleId 18684), recallsByVehicle, complaintsByVehicle for Volvo Xc40 B4 2023. Class rank 34 of 139 in SUV 2023. Methodology · Disclosure