KnownCarProblems2019 Volvo XC40 Problems and Recalls
Owners filed 30 complaints with NHTSA about the 2019 Volvo XC40, most often about the other or unspecified (23% of complaints, typically around 5,000 miles). It is 4th of 7 XC40 model years by number of complaints and has 4 recalls.
⚠ Safety advisory1 recall for this car came with a do-not-drive warning. See below and check your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.
Most common 2019 Volvo XC40 problems
Other or unspecified
7 complaints · 23%Half of these problems showed up before 5,000 miles.
Pilot assist function disengages suddenly without warning. This is different from the expected operation where the system's steering assistance will go into standby upon losing lane marking inputs. While the system does occasionally enter normal 'standby' indicated by the green steering wheel icon turning grey, it…
My car has less than three thousand miles on it and was purchased in late may 2019. I was at a stop light when suddenly, I heard a loud buzz and the car stopped and started completely on its own. It happened again at the next traffic light, only this time, it kept shutting off and restarting. The dealer's service…
Engine
5 complaints · 17%My car has less than three thousand miles on it and was purchased in late may 2019. I was at a stop light when suddenly, I heard a loud buzz and the car stopped and started completely on its own. It happened again at the next traffic light, only this time, it kept shutting off and restarting. The dealer's service…
Vehicle shut down and showed 'safety mode see owners manual' after sustaining minor front end damage in a collision with a deer. Unable to move vehicle to a safe stopping location on a rural interstate for approximately 2 minutes until 'safety mode' eventually reset and allowed limp-home power. This feature is quite…
Brakes
5 complaints · 17%Air bags
4 complaints · 13%Parts named most often: sensor.
After less than 2 months air bag system failed at only 2400 mile mark. Suggest entire brand be recalled since it is a new model it was not tested properly. I am in danger and afraid to drive the car
The contact owns a 2019 Volvo XC40. The contact stated while driving at various speeds, while his wife was seated in the passengerâs side front seat using an orthopedic back support, the air bag warning light illuminated. The contact stated that while not using the back support, the air bag sensor worked as…
Driver assistance
4 complaints · 13%Parts named most often: automatic emergency braking, lane keep.
Pilot assist function disengages suddenly without warning. This is different from the expected operation where the system's steering assistance will go into standby upon losing lane marking inputs. While the system does occasionally enter normal 'standby' indicated by the green steering wheel icon turning grey, it…
The contact owns a 2019 Volvo XC40. The contact stated that the forward collision avoidance feature failed to operate properly. While slowing the vehicle down to 20 MPH, the vehicle would begin accelerating independently. All the warning indicators started to illuminate, a beeping noise occurred, and the steering…
Body and structure
3 complaints · 10%Parts named most often: body.
Vehicle shut down and showed 'safety mode see owners manual' after sustaining minor front end damage in a collision with a deer. Unable to move vehicle to a safe stopping location on a rural interstate for approximately 2 minutes until 'safety mode' eventually reset and allowed limp-home power. This feature is quite…
Seat belts
3 complaints · 10%
Complaints are owner reports to NHTSA, not verified defects. One complaint can name several components, so shares add up to more than 100%.
2019 Volvo XC40 recalls
Driver assistance: automatic emergency braking
Risk: If the automatic emergency braking system does not engage as intended, it can increase the risk of a crash.
Fix: Volvo will notify owners, and dealers will update the active safety domain master (asdm) software, free of charge. The recall began april 9, 2020. Owners may contact volvo customer service at 1-800-458-1552. Volvo's number for this recall is r29998.
Full defect summary
Volvo cars USA llc (volvo cars) is recalling certain 2019-2020 s60, v60, v60 cross country, s90l, v90, v90 cross country, xc40, xc60, and xc90 vehicles. Due to a software/hardware incompatibility, the automatic emergency brake (aeb) system may not detect obstacles and engage as intended.
Electrical: software
Risk: If the GPS location is not provided to emergency personnel it can inhibit emergency response in the event of a crash or injury.
Fix: Volvo will notify owners, and dealers will correct the software, free of charge. The recall began december 26, 2018. Owners may contact volvo customer service at 1-800-458-1552. Volvo's number for this recall is r39917.
Full defect summary
Volvo car USA llc (volvo) is recalling certain 2017-2019 volvo xc90, s90, v60, v60 cross country, v90, xc40, xc60, and v90 cross country vehicles. The software installed in the vehicle connectivity module (vcm) may have an error causing the telematics and driver support systems to function improperly. As a result, the GPS will not provide location information to emergency personnel in the event of an emergency.
Brakes: pedals and linkages
Risk: Reduced braking performance can increase the risk of a crash.
Fix: Volvo has notified owners advising them to stop driving their vehicle. Cars will be inspected on-site or towed to dealers and the brake pedals will be replaced as necessary, free of charge. Volvo began contacting their owners on august 23, 2018. Owners may contact volvo customer service at 1-800-458-1552. Volvo's number for this recall is r59899.
Full defect summary
Volvo car USA llc (volvo) is recalling certain 2019 volvo xc40 vehicles. The brake pedals may not have been correctly riveted, allowing the pedal to move out of position, possibly reducing braking performance.
Seats: mid/rear assembly
Risk: If the seat back moves forward during hard braking or in a crash, it can increase the risk of injury.
Fix: Volvo will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the vehicles and install the seat back lock strikers if they are missing, free of charge. The recall began october 12, 2018. Owners may contact volvo customer service at 1-800-458-1552. Volvo's number for this recall is r89898.
Full defect summary
Volvo cars USA llc (volvo) is recalling certain 2019 volvo xc40 vehicles. The rear seats may not have rear seat back lock strikers, allowing the seat back to move forward during certain hard braking conditions or a crash.
Recall repairs are free at any franchised dealer. Enter your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls to see which recalls are still open on your car.
Questions about the 2019 Volvo XC40
- What are the most common problems with the 2019 Volvo XC40?
- By NHTSA owner complaints: other or unspecified (7 complaints, typically around 5,000 miles); engine (5 complaints); brakes (5 complaints).
- How many recalls does the 2019 Volvo XC40 have?
- 4 recalls listed by NHTSA, the latest from March 12, 2020 (driver assistance). Check your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls to see which ones are still open on your car.
- Is the 2019 a bad year for the Volvo XC40?
- It is 4th of 7 XC40 model years by number of complaints, with 30 complaints. Complaint counts are not adjusted for how many cars were sold, so popular years collect more of them, and the newest years have had less time to.