NHTSA // CRASH-TESTED
2022 Volvo Xc40 T5 Awd
Federal crash-test performance, recalls, and complaints, scored into one NHTSA Safety Index.
The 2022 Volvo XC40 T5 AWD is a compact luxury SUV aimed squarely at urban professionals and small families who want premium Scandinavian design paired with genuine safety credibility. Sitting at the entry point of Volvo's SUV lineup, the XC40 competes in one of the most crowded segments in the American market, yet it carries Volvo's brand-defining commitment to occupant protection as a core selling point.
The 2022 Volvo Xc40 T5 Awd earns an NHTSA Safety Index of 92 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.
- urban drivers exposed to side-impact risk
Reviewers generally praise the XC40 for its distinctive styling, upscale interior feel, and strong safety technology suite, which aligns well with Volvo's brand reputation. Most find it a compelling and well-rounded choice in the compact luxury SUV segment, though some note that cargo space and rear-seat room trail a few rivals. Overall sentiment toward the XC40 tends to be positive.
NCAP // CRASH TESTCrash-test breakdown
Source: NHTSA NCAP, VehicleId 16996
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
36 owner complaints on file. These are unverified allegations reported to NHTSA.