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NHTSA // SAFETY RECORD

2021 Volvo Xc40 Recharge

Recall and complaint safety record from NHTSA. This configuration has not been crash-tested.

0Recalls
40Complaints
0Investigations
ABOUT THE VOLVO XC40 RECHARGE

The Volvo XC40 Recharge is a compact electric SUV aimed at urban and suburban buyers who want a premium, safety-conscious alternative to combustion-powered crossovers. As Volvo's entry point into full battery-electric motoring, it carries the brand's deep-rooted commitment to occupant protection into a segment that is growing rapidly and drawing increasingly safety-minded shoppers.

VERDICT

The 2021 Volvo Xc40 Recharge has not been crash-tested by NHTSA, so it carries no Safety Index. Its safety record here is built from 0 recalls and 40 owner complaints on file, giving it a light recall and complaint burden.

WHO IT IS FOR
  • shoppers who want the full federal safety picture in one place
WHAT REVIEWERS SAY

Reviewers generally regard the XC40 Recharge as one of the more refined and thoughtfully finished compact electric SUVs available, praising its Scandinavian interior quality, composed ride character, and intuitive infotainment experience. Most find the driving dynamics engaging without feeling harsh, and value is considered strong given the level of standard equipment and the premium nature of the brand.

NHTSA // RECALLSRecall record

No vehicle recalls are on file for the 2021 Volvo Xc40 Recharge 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.

2reported crash
0reported fire
1reported injuries
0reported deaths
Most-reported systemsElectrical System 12Fuel/Propulsion System 7Unknown Or Other 6Visibility/Wiper 5Back Over Prevention 5Forward Collision Avoidance 4

Other Xc40 Recharge years

Last verified 2026-07-02. Sources: NHTSA SafetyRatings, recallsByVehicle, complaintsByVehicle for Volvo Xc40 Recharge 2021. Methodology · Disclosure