The 2022 Volvo XC40 has 108 owner-filed NHTSA complaints and 0 recalls on record. The most-reported areas are back over prevention and forward collision avoidance. Owners most often flag infotainment system glitches — screen freezes, audio cutting out randomly, backup camera display failures, slow response. frequency: recurrent.
Safety record for the 2022 model year
108
Owner complaints
0
Recalls
6
Crash reports
0
Fire reports
Source: NHTSA complaints and recalls filed for 2022 Volvo XC40 vehicles (US, public record).
Where owners report problems
back over prevention
42
forward collision avoidance
12
electrical system
9
structure
9
vehicle speed control
9
What owners say across generations
Mixed sentiment with a clear divide between powertrains. Owners of gasoline, mild-hybrid, and fully electric (Recharge) variants frequently praise the vehicle for its stylish design, comfortable and fun driving dynamics, practical interior with clever storage
Infotainment system glitches — screen freezes, audio cutting out randomly, backup camera display failures, slow response. Frequency: recurrent.
12V battery failures — causing inability to perform software updates, various electronic malfunctions, and premature replacement needs. Frequency: recurrent.
Plug-in hybrid (PHEV) catastrophic failures — IGM (charge converter) module failure, heater failures, hybrid battery cell failures, leading to extended undriveable periods and poor dealer/corporate service. Frequency: recurrent.
Wind noise at highway speeds — noticeable cabin noise compared to expectations. Frequency: recurrent.
Electronic gremlins — remote start via app requiring a restart to drive, intermittent GPS/display blanking, rear windshield wiper intermittent setting poorly calibrated. Frequency: isolated to recurrent.
Owner insights cover all generations of the XC40.
Typical used price
Used XC40 listings typically run $27,279–$37,474 across 2019 to 2026 model years.