NHTSA // CRASH-TESTED
2025 Volvo Xc40 B5
Federal crash-test performance, recalls, and complaints, scored into one NHTSA Safety Index.
The Volvo XC40 B5 is a compact luxury SUV aimed squarely at urban and suburban buyers who want premium refinement without the bulk of a larger crossover. Positioned as Volvo's entry point into the luxury SUV space, the XC40 carries the brand's longstanding reputation for prioritizing occupant protection above nearly everything else. If safety is your primary purchase criterion in this segment, this model demands serious attention.
The 2025 Volvo Xc40 B5 earns an NHTSA Safety Index of 96 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.
- new and teen drivers who want standard crash-avoidance tech
- urban drivers exposed to side-impact risk
Reviewers generally regard the XC40 as one of the more thoughtfully designed entries in the compact luxury SUV segment, praising its distinctive Scandinavian interior aesthetic and the sense of solidity it projects. Most professional assessments position it as a strong choice for buyers who prioritize a refined, safety-conscious ownership experience over outright performance or maximum cargo versatility.
NCAP // CRASH TESTCrash-test breakdown
Source: NHTSA NCAP, VehicleId 20128
Index breakdown
NCAP // CRASH IMAGESCrash-test images
Crash-test images are US federal government works (NHTSA / NCAP), public domain.
NHTSA // RECALLSRecall record
NHTSA // COMPLAINTSOwner complaints
9 owner complaints on file. These are unverified allegations reported to NHTSA.