*Median odometer reading when the problem happened, where owners gave one. One complaint can name several problem areas.
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COMPONENT / SYSTEM FAILURE: HVAC air recirculation fails to remain active. Following Volvo AAOS software update 5.0.5, manual recirculation enforces a hard timeout, opening the fresh-air flap every 7 to 20 minutes depending on climate variables. The component operates according to modified code but is flawed by design. Evidence of widespread consumer complaints regarding this defect can be found published online by owners on the public automotive research forums located at [XXX] and [XXX]. Verified consumer citations on these specific web addresses document owners stating they "can no longer keep climate control in recirculate mode no matter what I configure" and complaining that "if you…
Oct 19, 2026Unknown or other
Repeated intermittent problems with safety equipment: rear camera, audio feedback on turn signal. Dealer says this appears to be a failed IHU component---but problems repeatedly reported earlier (2024) with response these issues would be remedied with a software update. Problem incidence has increased after major software update this spring. 4/25/2024email reporting lost all sound from turn signals, rear warnings 7/25/2024email reporting issue persists after recent software update; specifically expressed concern as to getting remedied under warranty noted that this is at least the 5th time this has happened (From web accounts from other customers, these issues seem to occur more with the…
Jul 15, 2024Electrical system
Multiple recurring electronic, keyless entry, and drivability defects on my 2022 Volvo C40 Recharge, VIN [XXX]. The vehicle was purchased used through Vroom and financed by UACC. Serious problems existed prior to the factory warranty expiration in April 2026. Volvo San Francisco was made aware of the issues on multiple occasions but claimed they âcould not replicateâ the problems, apparently to avoid liability for what is clearly a lemon vehicle. A software update was performed but did not resolve or improve the issues. The defects include: noticeable delay in throttle response when pressing the gas pedal (making acceleration unpredictable); the infotainment and driver information…
Jul 14, 2026Visibility/wiper
The carâs infotainment system repeatedly freezes and force restarts which causes the HVAC system to stop working and the windshield defroster to stop cleaning fog and frost leading to poor visibility.
Mar 20, 2026Back over prevention › Sensing system › Camera
Intermittent rear backup camera displayed camera unavailable instead of live video footage of what's behind the car. Inspection available upon request. Reduced visibility to rear of vehicle may lead to unsafe vehicle reverse. Problem hard to reproduce at dealer or independent service center as issue is intermittent and inconsistent. The component has not been inspected by manufacturer, police, or anyone else. The center console will display backup camera is unavailable. Issue remains unresolved since multiple updates. Car is on latest version 4.2.13
Jan 30, 2026Exterior lighting
On multiple occasions, the vehicleâs infotainment system has malfunctioned, and when this occurs, the turn signals stop working entirely. This failure has happened while the vehicle was in active use, including during a long trip, leaving us without functioning turn signals for an extended period. This creates a serious and immediate safety hazard for both the occupants of the vehicle and other drivers. After seeking advice, we were instructed to reboot the infotainment system. Once rebooted, the turn signals began working again. However, several weeks later, the same failure occurred again while driving. The turn signals stopped functioning without warning, forcing us to pull over and…
Dec 4, 2025Back over prevention › Sensing system › Camera
The rear camera has never worked properly. When I put the car in reverse, sometimes it doesnât show an image. This happens most days. This has been over a minute in duration, though sometimes shorter. This has happened hundreds of times. It also sometimes will display a still image when moving, which of course is very dangerous as it gives a sense of safety and being clear when anything could move into the rear area without me knowing. I have done the recall, which was an ineffective software update. I am on software 3.7, which has the latest, and it didnât work. Volvo offers no fix other than to reset the computer over and over. This doesnât fix it. It is a hardware issue in which…
Dec 1, 2025Vehicle speed control
I drive in the standard one pedal driving mode which allows for the car to brake and come to a complete stop using the regen system by simply releasing the accelerator. The issue is that I had come to a stop behind another car at traffic lights with my foot of the accelerator. In one pedal driving there is no need to hold the brake pedal as the car should so this itself. After a few seconds of being stationary the car, without me touching the accelerator, left forward and started to drive on itself. I was able to stop this by applying the brake before I hit the car in front. The car should not have done this.
Jan 5, 2025
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