Volvo EX40 years to avoid
No model year of the Volvo EX40 stands out with more than twice its typical number of complaints.
Best Volvo EX40 years
Not enough model years on the road yet to compare.
Volvo EX40 complaints by model year
Owner complaints by model year. Newer years have had less time on the road, so expect them to grow.
Most common Volvo EX40 problems
All model years combined.
- Transmission2
- Brakes2
- Steering1
- Engine1
- Electrical1
- Driver assistance1
Volvo EX40 problems year by year
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| Year | Score | Complaints | Top problem | Typical mileage | Recalls | Crashes | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2026 | - | 1 | Brakes | 1 | 0 | ||
| 2025 | - | 2 | Brakes | 3 | 0 |
Recalls 3
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Questions about the Volvo EX40
What years of the Volvo EX40 should you avoid?
No single model year of the Volvo EX40 has more than twice its typical number of owner complaints.
What is the best year for a used Volvo EX40?
There are not enough model years on the road yet to compare.
What is the most common problem with the Volvo EX40?
Transmission, with 2 complaints across all years, followed by brakes (2) and steering (1).
How many recalls does the Volvo EX40 have?
3 recalls between 2025 and 2026. The 2025 model year has the most, with 3.
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