NHTSA // CRASH-TESTED
2020 Volvo Xc40 T4
Federal crash-test performance, recalls, and complaints, scored into one NHTSA Safety Index.
The Volvo XC40 T4 is a compact luxury SUV that slots into one of the most competitive segments in the American market. Aimed squarely at style-conscious buyers who want premium refinement in a smaller, more urban-friendly package, the XC40 carries Volvo's long-standing reputation for prioritizing occupant protection into a fresh, younger-skewing design that debuted for the 2019 model year.
The 2020 Volvo Xc40 T4 earns an NHTSA Safety Index of 87 out of 100, an strong 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.
- urban drivers exposed to side-impact risk
Reviewers generally praise the XC40 for its distinctive design and upscale cabin feel within the compact luxury SUV segment. Most find it engaging and well-appointed for its class, and the brand's safety heritage tends to draw positive mention. Some reviewers note that the rear seat and cargo space are modest compared to a few rivals, but overall sentiment toward the model is consistently favorable.
NCAP // CRASH TESTCrash-test breakdown
Source: NHTSA NCAP, VehicleId 14301
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
11 owner complaints on file. These are unverified allegations reported to NHTSA.