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NHTSA Recall 25V071000: Software (electrical system) and concealment devices (exterior lighting)

Volvo Car USA, LLC reported this safety recall to NHTSA on , covering an estimated 2,061 vehicles. It affects 2025 Volvo EX90.

2,061
vehicles potentially affected
1
model affected
2025
owners notified (March 12)
NHTSA campaign25V071000
Manufacturer campaignR10298
ComponentsELECTRICAL SYSTEM › SOFTWARE; EXTERIOR LIGHTING › HEADLIGHTS › CONCEALMENT DEVICES
Report receivedFebruary 7, 2025
Owner notificationMarch 12, 2025
Initiated byManufacturer

Defect

Volvo Car USA, LLC (Volvo) is recalling certain 2025 EX90 vehicles. Due to a software error in the low power controller (LPC), the headlight shutters may close over the high and low beams while driving.

Safety risk

A loss of headlight function while driving can reduce visibility and increase the risk of a crash.

Remedy

The LPC software will be updated manually, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed March 12, 2025. Owners may contact Volvo's customer service at 1-800-458-1552. Volvo's number for this recall is R10298.

Notes

Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-888-275-9171) or go to nhtsa.gov.

Vehicles covered by recall 25V071000

Make and modelModel years
Volvo EX902025

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.