Volvo XC40 - Common problems

Last update 16. 02. 2024

Common problems with the Volvo XC40

Some problems will only occur after many years of operation, others are related to technical solutions and forced the manufacturer to issue a recall. In the following overview, you will find the most common problems for the Volvo XC40, for which Volvo has announced a recall through the EU Rapex system. For recalls and faults found in the UK scroll down.

If the problem is corrected in time, it may not affect the overall reliability of your Volvo XC40. However, the fault can often remain unresolved because the previous owner didn´t know about the recall or ignored the manufacturer’s letter.

The good news is that automakers usually provide unlimited time to correct such defects for free. Check to see if all of the potential problems with your Volvo XC40 have been resolved in the past. How to do it, we give advice on a special page.

Tip: Check the vehicle’s history by a VIN

Latest XC40’s Issues in the EU

All XC40’s EU Recalls

If you wish to know more about eventual problems of a specific car (e.g. real mileage, potential traffic accidents damages, odometer rollback, repairs, etc.), then we suggest going to HPI-Check.

Check the vehicle’s history

Latest XC40’s Issues in the UK

VOLVO XC40 (2022 – 2023) – The left rear indicator may stop working
on 15/01/2024
VOLVO CAR XC40 (2022-10-13 – 2023-12-20) RECALL: Problem description: Due to a software error the left rear indicator may stop working. Should this happen it […]
VOLVO XC40 (2021 – 2023) – Oil leak
on 03/09/2023
VOLVO CAR XC40 (2021-05-12 – 2023-06-21) RECALL: Problem description: During driving or idle the O-Ring may become twisted or break. Should this occur there […]
VOLVO XC40 (2017 – 2019) – THE STARTER MOTOR
on 13/12/2021
VOLVO XC40 (02/10/2017 – 18/04/2019) RECALL: Problem description: The starter motor may engage incorrectly, and this may lead to a noise when starting the […]