The 2022 Volvo C40 has 12 owner-filed NHTSA complaints and 0 recalls on record. The most-reported areas are back over prevention and vehicle speed control. Owners most often flag high-speed vibration at 60-65 mph and above 90 mph — frequency: recurrent. reported across 2022-2023 models; some owners say it is a known issue not solved by tire balancing.
Safety record for the 2022 model year
12
Owner complaints
0
Recalls
0
Crash reports
1
Fire reports
Source: NHTSA complaints and recalls filed for 2022 Volvo C40 vehicles (US, public record).
Where owners report problems
back over prevention
4
vehicle speed control
4
fuel/propulsion system
2
visibility/wiper
1
visibility
1
What owners say across generations
Overall sentiment is very positive, with owners frequently describing the C40 as one of their favorite cars and reporting high satisfaction with its styling, performance, and safety. Praise centers on its distinctive design, rapid acceleration, comfortable rid
High-speed vibration at 60-65 mph and above 90 mph — Frequency: recurrent. Reported across 2022-2023 models; some owners say it is a known issue not solved by tire balancing.
Air leak from driver door at highway speeds — Frequency: isolated. One owner reported air entering the cabin around 100 km/h.
Infotainment system glitches and slow performance — Frequency: recurrent. Some owners report software updates causing issues, including the car not starting or features temporarily stopping.
Staggered tire setup prevents rotation — Frequency: isolated. Noted as a limitation for tire maintenance.
Depreciation is steep — Frequency: recurrent. Multiple owners note that the C40 depreciates heavily, making leasing or buying used more sensible than buying new.