NHTSA // SAFETY RECORD
2024 Volvo Xc40 Safety Record
The 2024 Volvo Xc40 has not been crash-tested by NHTSA, so it carries no Safety Index. Its federal safety record shows 4 recalls and 9 owner complaints on file.
Updated Oct 1, 2026 from NHTSA data · Reviewed by Ivanna Verstliar
CRASH
DATANot crash-tested
The 2024 Volvo XC40 has not been crash-tested by NHTSA, leaving its overall safety profile unrated. No star ratings are available, nor can a Safety Index be computed for this model year. The federal record does indicate a Light recall and complaint burden band. Four recall campaigns have been issued, addressing software and back-over prevention systems. Additionally, nine owner complaints have been registered, none alleging fatalities or fires. The absence of crash-test data means the primary measure of crash safety remains undetermined.
The 2024 Volvo XC40 was not crash-tested by NHTSA, carries four recall campaigns, and falls in the Light recall and complaint burden band according to NHTSA federal safety data.
MotorCaliber Safety Desk // NHTSA data, verified Oct 1, 2026
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| NHTSA crash test | Not crash-tested |
|---|---|
| Recall and complaint burden | Light |
| Recalls on file | 4 |
| Owner complaints | 9 (unverified allegations) |
| Data verified | Oct 1, 2026 |
ANALYSISHow safe is the 2024 Volvo Xc40?
The 2024 XC40 enters the market without federal crash-test ratings; no data is available from NHTSA for this model year, nor for any prior generation to serve as a structural reference. Its recall and complaint volume places it in the Light burden band, indicating a lower frequency of reported issues. Four recalls have been issued, all software-related. These campaigns notably avoid mechanical, structural, or fire-hazard concerns. Both the electrical system and service brakes appear as subjects in recalls and owner complaints. This pattern, while based on a modest nine complaints, warrants attention. One of these nine complaints involved a crash event, yet none alleged injuries or fatalities. The software-centric recall profile suggests Volvo has been proactive in deploying over-the-air corrections for this vehicle generation.
NHTSA // RECALLSDoes the 2024 Volvo Xc40 have any recalls?
The four recall campaigns for the 2024 XC40 touch back-over prevention software, hydraulic power-assist brake control module software, and a Central Electronic Module diagnostic error in the electrical system. Two of the four campaigns are designated OTA fixes, meaning the remedy can be delivered wirelessly. No park-outside or do-not-drive directive appears in the data provided for this model year.
BACK OVER PREVENTION:SOFTWARE25V908000
Risk: A rearview camera image that does not display reduces the driver's view behind the vehicle, increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy: The software will be updated by a dealer or through an over-the-air (OTA) update, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed February 24, 2026. Owners may contact Volvo Car’s customer service at 1-800-458-1552. Volvo Car's number for this recall is R10333. Vehicle Identification Numbers (VINs) involved in this recall will be searchable on NHTSA.gov beginning February 16, 2026. This rec
Reported 2025-12-23
SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC:POWER ASSIST:ELECTRIC:CONTROL MODULE:SOFTWARE25V392000
Risk: A loss of brake function increases the risk of a crash.
Remedy: Owners are advised not to use "B" Mode (for plug-in hybrid vehicles) or "One Pedal Drive" (for pure electric vehicles) until the repair has been completed. The brake module software will be updated over-the-air (OTA) or by a dealer, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed July 15, 2025. Owners may contact Volvo Car's customer service at 1-800-458-1552. Volvo Car's number for this re
Reported 2025-06-12
BACK OVER PREVENTION:SOFTWARE25V282000
Risk: A rearview camera image that does not display reduces the driver's view of what is behind the vehicle, increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy: The software will be updated by a dealer or through an over-the-air (OTA) update, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed June 27, 2025. Owners may contact Volvo Car customer service at 1-800-458-1552. Volvo Car's number for this recall is R10320.
Reported 2025-05-08
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:SOFTWARE24V010000
Risk: A nonfunctioning exterior turn signal may not notify other drivers of a turning vehicle, increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy: The CEM software will be updated by a dealer or through an over-the-air (OTA) update, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed February 16, 2024. Owners may contact Volvo Car customer service at 1-800-458-1552. Volvo Car's number for this recall is R10256.
Reported 2024-01-10
NHTSA // COMPLAINTSWhat do owners report about the 2024 Volvo Xc40?
Nine owner complaints have been reported to NHTSA for the 2024 XC40, covering the electrical system and service brakes as the most frequently cited components, followed by power train and back-over prevention. All are unverified consumer allegations and have not been confirmed as defects by NHTSA or Volvo.
9 owner complaints on file. These are unverified allegations reported to NHTSA.
USED BUYERWhat should used buyers know about the 2024 Volvo Xc40?
Four open recall campaigns on the 2024 XC40 have not yet been resolved on some units. Prospective owners should verify the completion of these recall repairs via NHTSA's VIN lookup tool prior to purchase.
- NHTSA has no crash-test result for the 2024 XC40, so no star ratings of any kind exist for this model year.
- All four recalls for this model year are software-based, and two carry an OTA fix designation, meaning the remedy may be delivered without a dealer visit if the vehicle is connected.
- The electrical system and service brakes appear in both the recall record and the reported complaint filings for this specific model year, making those systems the most active areas in the federal safety record.
- Shoppers and current owners should verify open-recall status for their individual VIN at nhtsa.gov, as OTA campaigns may not have been applied to every vehicle in the affected population.
FAQ2024 Volvo Xc40 safety questions
Was the 2024 Volvo Xc40 crash-tested by NHTSA?
No. NHTSA has not run a New Car Assessment Program crash test on this configuration, so it carries no Safety Index. Its safety record here is built from 4 recalls and 9 owner complaints on file.
How many recalls does the 2024 Volvo Xc40 have?
According to NHTSA recall data, 4 vehicle recalls are on file for the 2024 Volvo Xc40. Confirm your VIN at nhtsa.gov to see which apply to your car.
How many complaints have owners filed about the 2024 Volvo Xc40?
According to NHTSA's complaint database, 9 owner complaints are on file for the 2024 Volvo Xc40. These are unverified allegations submitted by owners, not confirmed defects, and include reports involving a crash.
Cross-check this record against independent expert reviews and the live NHTSA database before you buy.
- DATA Pulled directly from NHTSA: the recallsByVehicle and complaintsByVehicle records for the Volvo Xc40 2024.
- SCORE This configuration was not crash-tested by NHTSA, so it carries no Safety Index. We report its recall and complaint record only.
- EDITED Written by the MotorCaliber Safety Desk and reviewed for accuracy and plain-language clarity by Ivanna Verstliar, Editor, against the source figures on this page.
- VERIFIED Data last synced Oct 1, 2026. Recalls change; confirm your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls. See our corrections policy and disclosure.