NHTSA // SAFETY RECORD
2023 Volvo Xc40bev Safety Record
The 2023 Volvo Xc40bev has not been crash-tested by NHTSA, so it carries no Safety Index. Its federal safety record shows 1 recall and 1 owner complaint on file.
Updated Oct 1, 2026 from NHTSA data · Reviewed by Ivanna Verstliar
CRASH
DATANot crash-tested
The 2023 Volvo XC40 BEV has not undergone crash testing by NHTSA, meaning no star ratings or an overall Safety Index score are available for this model year. The federal record for the vehicle is limited to a single recall concerning brake control module software. One owner complaint has also been logged, related to the same system, though its details remain unverified. This sparse data offers no basis for a comprehensive safety assessment.
The 2023 Volvo XC40 BEV was not crash-tested by NHTSA, carries one federal recall campaign involving brake control module software, and falls in a Light recall and complaint burden band according to NHTSA records.
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 | 1 |
| Owner complaints | 1 (unverified allegations) |
| Data verified | Oct 1, 2026 |
ANALYSISHow safe is the 2023 Volvo Xc40bev?
The 2023 Volvo XC40 BEV has a concentrated safety signal: its single recall and sole owner complaint both concern the electric brake control module. This particular recall is a software remedy that appears across multiple Volvo platforms. No NHTSA crash-test data for the 2023 XC40 BEV are available, nor are there results from sibling model years to provide a reference. This model year's combined recall and complaint volume places it in the Light burden band, indicating a lower rate of federal safety actions compared to other vehicles. This "Light" designation reflects the volume of recalls and complaints, not crashworthiness.
NHTSA // RECALLSDoes the 2023 Volvo Xc40bev have any recalls?
The single recall for the 2023 XC40 BEV targets the service brakes, specifically the hydraulic power-assist electric control module software. The campaign spans several Volvo models and model years. NHTSA has not attached a park-outside or do-not-drive advisory to this record as reflected in the data provided, but owners should verify current remedy status by VIN at nhtsa.gov.
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
NHTSA // COMPLAINTSWhat do owners report about the 2023 Volvo Xc40bev?
One unverified owner allegation has been filed with NHTSA for the 2023 XC40 BEV. The reported components are Service Brakes, Hydraulic, and the Autohold Brake System. No crashes, fires, injuries, or deaths were alleged in that report. These are consumer allegations, not established facts.
1 owner complaint on file. These are unverified allegations reported to NHTSA.
USED BUYERWhat should used buyers know about the 2023 Volvo Xc40bev?
For the 2023 XC40 BEV, a significant recall concerning the brake control module software has been issued. This recall is critical enough that any prospective owner should verify its remediation status via nhtsa.gov with the specific vehicle's VIN before purchase.
- The 2023 XC40 BEV has not been crash-tested by NHTSA, meaning no federal star ratings or Safety Index score exist for this model year.
- One recall affects this model year, targeting the electric hydraulic brake control module software, a campaign that also covers several other Volvo models and years.
- The only unverified owner complaint on file with NHTSA for this model year also points to the brake and autohold system, concentrating the year's federal safety record in a single component area.
- No NHTSA-tested sibling years of the XC40 BEV exist in the data we cover, leaving VIN-specific recall verification at nhtsa.gov as the most actionable federal safety check available to shoppers.
FAQ2023 Volvo Xc40bev safety questions
Was the 2023 Volvo Xc40bev 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 1 recall and 1 owner complaint on file.
How many recalls does the 2023 Volvo Xc40bev have?
According to NHTSA recall data, 1 vehicle recall is on file for the 2023 Volvo Xc40bev. Confirm your VIN at nhtsa.gov to see which apply to your car.
How many complaints have owners filed about the 2023 Volvo Xc40bev?
According to NHTSA's complaint database, 1 owner complaint is on file for the 2023 Volvo Xc40bev. These are unverified allegations submitted by owners, not confirmed defects.
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 Xc40bev 2023.
- 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.