This page covers 3 recalls and 36 owner complaints for the 2022 Volvo Xc40.
The dominant complaint pattern for the 2022 XC40 centers on the rear backup camera and collision-avoidance systems. By far the most-reported issue involves the backup camera failing to display when the vehicle is shifted into reverse, with owners describing a recurring "camera unavailable" message appearing intermittently rather than as a permanent failure. Several owners report that dealer software updates reduced but did not eliminate the problem, with the camera returning to unreliable behavior within days or weeks. The forward automatic emergency braking system is the next most-cited concern, with owners describing the system triggering hard, unexpected stops during normal driving with no obstacle present. A smaller cluster of reports touches on power steering losing assist while driving, including in at least one case after a dealer had already applied a software remedy for the same symptom.
36
Total Complaints
2
Crash-Related
2
With Injuries
By System
The 2022 Volvo XC40 has 3 recalls, the most serious affecting Recharge (electric) models, where a battery management module can reset and cut drive power without warning, raising the risk of a crash.
The remaining two recalls cover the same issue filed across different jurisdictions: the rearview camera can fail to display an image when the vehicle is shifted into reverse, leaving the driver without a view of what is directly behind the car.
At a glance
What can fail
The rearview camera image may not appear on the display when you put the vehicle in reverse, affecting your ability to see behind the vehicle.
What the fix does
A software update will be installed at a dealer or delivered wirelessly at no cost to restore the rearview camera display.
Summarized — see the official notice for exact wording, dates, and contacts.
We may earn a commission for purchases made through these links.
Complaints are owner-reported and reflect individual experiences, not confirmed defects. They are distinct from recalls. Data sourced from the national vehicle safety complaint database. See trending complaints →
At a glance
What can fail
The rearview camera image may not display on the screen when you put the vehicle in reverse, reducing rear visibility.
What the fix does
A software update will be installed at a Volvo dealer or wirelessly, at no cost to you.
Summarized — see the official notice for exact wording, dates, and contacts.
At a glance
What can fail
The Battery Energy Control Module microprocessor may reset, causing the high voltage system to disconnect unexpectedly.
What the fix does
Dealers will install a software update to the Battery Energy Control Module at no cost.
Summarized — see the official notice for exact wording, dates, and contacts.
