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, a 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.