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NHTSA Recall 21V109000: Software (electrical system)

Volvo Car USA, LLC reported this safety recall to NHTSA on , covering an estimated 2,278 vehicles. It affects 2021–2022 Volvo XC40.

2,278
vehicles potentially affected
1
model affected
2021
owners notified (March 30)
NHTSA campaign21V109000
Manufacturer campaignR10078
ComponentELECTRICAL SYSTEM › PROPULSION SYSTEM › TRACTION BATTERY › MANAGEMENT SYSTEM/ENERGY CONTROL MODULE (BMS/BECM) › SOFTWARE
Report receivedFebruary 24, 2021
Owner notificationMarch 30, 2021
Initiated byManufacturer

Defect

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.

Safety 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.

Notes

Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.safercar.gov.

Vehicles covered by recall 21V109000

Make and modelModel years
Volvo XC402021, 2022

Being listed here means the campaign covers the model year, not that every car was built with the defect or is still unrepaired. Enter your VIN above to check your specific vehicle. Recall repairs are free at authorised dealers. Source: NHTSA, October 2026.