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2021-2022 Volvo XC40 recall: software

Volvo Car USA, LLC reported this safety recall on February 24, 2021. It covers about 2,278 vehicles.

vehicles affected
2,278
reported
Feb 24, 2021
owners notified
Mar 30, 2021
related complaints
18

Electrical system: propulsion system: traction battery: management system/energy control module (bms/becm): software

What is wrong
Volvo Car USA, LLC (Volvo Car) is recalling certain 2021-2022 XC40 Recharge vehicles. The Battery Energy Control Module (BECM) microprocessor may reset and cause the high voltage system to disconnect.
Risk
A disconnected high voltage system can cause a loss of drive power, increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy
Volvo Car will notify owners, and dealers will install a software update, free of charge. The recall began March 30, 2021. Owners may contact Volvo Car customer service at 1‑888‑458‑1552. Volvo Car's number for this recall is R10078.

Recall number 21V109000

Affected vehicles

Owner complaints about the same problem

Owners of these vehicles have filed 18 complaints about electrical problems.

2021 Volvo XC40

Questions about recall 21V109000

Is there a recall on the 2021-2022 Volvo XC40 software?

Yes. Recall 21V109000, reported on February 24, 2021, covers about 2,278 vehicles.

What is the fix for recall 21V109000?

Volvo Car will notify owners, and dealers will install a software update, free of charge. The recall began March 30, 2021. Owners may contact Volvo Car customer service at 1‑888‑458‑1552. Volvo Car's number for this recall is R10078.

Is the recall repair free?

Safety recall repairs are done free of charge at authorized dealers. A dealer can confirm with the VIN whether a specific vehicle is included and whether the repair has already been done.

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