NHTSA Recall 21V881000: Frame and members (structure) and engine
Volvo Car USA, LLC reported this safety recall to NHTSA on , covering an estimated 4 vehicles. It affects 2021 Volvo XC40.
| NHTSA campaign | 21V881000 |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer campaign | R10128 |
| Components | STRUCTURE › FRAME AND MEMBERS; ENGINE |
| Report received | November 12, 2021 |
| Owner notification | December 16, 2021 |
| Initiated by | Manufacturer |
Defect
Volvo Car USA, LLC (Volvo) is recalling certain 2021 XC40 BEV vehicles. A bolt that secures the cross-member bracket for the electrical motor in the engine compartment may be loose or missing.
Safety risk
A loose or missing bolt may decrease the structural protection of the vehicle, increasing the risk of injury during a crash.
Remedy
Dealers will replace the cross-member bracket and install new bracket bolts, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed December 16, 2021. Owners may contact Volvo customer service at 1-888-458-1552. Volvo's number for this recall is R10128.
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.nhtsa.gov.
Vehicles covered by recall 21V881000
| Make and model | Model years |
|---|---|
| Volvo XC40 | 2021 |
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.