NHTSA // CRASH-TESTED
2021 Volvo Xc40 T5
Federal crash-test performance, recalls, and complaints, scored into one NHTSA Safety Index.
The Volvo XC40 T5 is a compact luxury SUV that slots into one of the most competitive segments in the American market. Aimed at safety-conscious buyers who want premium refinement in a smaller, city-friendly package, the XC40 carries Volvo's long-standing safety reputation into a more accessible price tier. Our coverage spans the 2019 through 2021 model years, and the safety picture across that window is genuinely impressive.
The 2021 Volvo Xc40 T5 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 regard the XC40 as a standout entry in the compact luxury SUV segment, praising its Scandinavian design sensibility, well-appointed interior, and the brand confidence that comes with Volvo's safety heritage. Most professional assessments describe the driving experience as composed and refined, though some note the segment is intensely competitive and shoppers should compare feature sets carefully before deciding.
NCAP // CRASH TESTCrash-test breakdown
Source: NHTSA NCAP, VehicleId 15719
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
40 owner complaints on file. These are unverified allegations reported to NHTSA.