Recall 21V-109
Volvo Car USA, LLC recalled the 2021 to 2022 Volvo XC40: Electrical system (propulsion system, traction battery, management system/energy control module (bms/becm), software).
At a glance
- Campaign number
- 21V-109
- Reported
- February 24, 2021
- Vehicles affected
- 2,278 estimated by the manufacturer
Source: NHTSA recall records
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.
The risk
A disconnected high voltage system can cause a loss of drive power, increasing the risk of a crash.
The fix
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-[removed]. Volvo Car's number for this recall is R10078.
Notes from the manufacturer
Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-[removed] (TTY 1-[removed]), or go to [link removed]
Affected vehicles
- Volvo XC40 2021 to 2022