Worst 2023 Volvo Xc40 Problems
Top 3 most-reported issues with average mileage at failure.
Back Over Prevention: Sensing System: Camera
Electrical Faults
Brakes
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All Problems by Category
Every NHTSA complaint category for the 2023 Volvo Xc40.
| Component | Complaints | Crashes | Fires | Avg Mileage | Volume |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Back Over Prevention: Sensing System: Camera | 8 | — | — | 2,500 mi | |
| Electrical Faults | 8 | 1 | — | 5,900 mi | |
| Brakes | 6 | 2 | — | — | |
| Forward-Collision Avoidance Issues | 2 | — | — | — | |
| Steering Defects | 2 | — | — | — | |
| Unintended Acceleration | 2 | 2 | — | — | |
| Wipers & Visibility | 2 | — | — | — | |
| Back Over Prevention: Automatic System Braking | 1 | — | — | — | |
| Engine Problems | 1 | — | — | — | |
| Forward Collision Avoidance: Adaptive Cruise Control | 1 | 1 | — | — | |
| Forward Collision Avoidance: Automatic Emergency Braking | 1 | — | — | — | |
| Fuel System | 1 | 1 | — | — | |
| Lane Departure: Assist | 1 | — | — | — | |
| Latches/Locks/Linkages:Doors:Latch | 1 | — | — | — | |
| Transmission / Drivetrain | 1 | — | — | — | |
| Seat Belt Issues | 1 | — | — | — | |
| Hydraulic Brakes | 1 | 1 | — | — | |
| Body Structure | 1 | — | — | — | |
| Structure:Body:Hatchback/Liftgate | 1 | — | — | — | |
| Structure:Body:Hatchback/Liftgate:Support Device/Strut | 1 | — | — | — | |
| Tire Defects | 1 | — | — | — |
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Recalls for 2023 Volvo Xc40
4 NHTSA recall campaigns affecting ~854,152 vehicles.
Volvo Car USA, LLC (Volvo Car) is recalling certain 2021-2025 XC40, 2022 V90, 2022-2024 C40BEV, 2022-2025 S90, V90CC, XC60, 2023-2025 S60, V60, V60CC, XC90, and 2025 EC40, and EX40 vehicles. The rearview camera image may not display when the vehicle is placed in reverse. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 111, "Rear Visibility."
Volvo Car USA, LLC (Volvo Car) is recalling certain 2021-2025 XC40, 2022 V90, 2022-2025 S90, V90CC, C40, XC60, 2023-2025 S60, V60, V60CC, XC90, and 2025 EC40 and EX40 vehicles. The rearview camera image may not display when the vehicle is placed in reverse. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 111, "Rear Visibility."
Volvo Car USA, LLC (Volvo Car) is recalling certain 2023 S60, V60CC, XC60, XC90, XC40, and C40 vehicles. A diagnostic trouble code (DTC) may be falsely detected for the emergency call system (e-call) and display "e-Call Service Required" in the driver information module (DIM).
Volvo Car USA, LLC (Volvo Car) is recalling certain 2023 S60, V60, V60CC, V90CC, XC60, XC90, XC40, and C40 vehicles. A diagnostic error in the Brake Control Module 2 (BCM2) may cause a loss of Antilock Brake System (ABS), Electronic Stability Control (ESC), and traction control.
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2023 Volvo Xc40 — FAQ
Answers based on real NHTSA complaint and recall data for this specific model year.
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Source: NHTSA (National Highway Traffic Safety Administration) complaint and recall databases, aggregated by VinItel.
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