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Volvo drivers are being warned not to drive their vehicles until an over-the-air safety update is installed due to a brake failure risk that could occur while going downhill.
History Behind the Recall
The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) has issued a critical safety warning affecting over 11,000 Volvo hybrid and electric vehicles. The issue stems from software that can cause the brakes to completely fail during prolonged downhill coasting if regenerative braking is enabled and the driver does not press the brake or accelerator pedal.
One serious incident, captured on video, prompted Volvo to initiate recall 25V-392 on June 12, 2025, to fix the issue via an over-the-air software update. However, as of mid-July, around 1,000 vehicles remain unrepaired, posing an urgent safety risk.
Which Vehicles Are Affected
The following Volvo plug-in hybrid and battery electric models are included in the recall:
- 2023 Volvo C40 BEV
- 2025 EC40 BEV
- 2025–2026 EX40 PHEV
- 2023–2025 S60 PHEV
- 2025 S90 PHEV
- 2024–2025 V60 PHEV
- 2023–2024 XC40 BEV
- 2022–2026 XC60 PHEV
- 2020–2026 XC90 PHEV
These vehicles must receive the recall remedy software update to prevent loss of braking.
What Owners Need to Do Next
Volvo advises all affected vehicle owners to turn off regenerative braking modes, such as “B” mode in PHEVs or one-pedal driving in BEVs, and avoid driving the vehicle until the software update is complete.
Owners should check their vehicle information center to see if the update is available and download the recall fix immediately. If unsure, call your local Volvo dealership or Volvo Customer Care at 800-458-1552.
You can also visit NHTSA’s Recalls Lookup Tool or use their SaferCar app to be automatically notified of new safety alerts and recalls.
How Volvo Owners Can Take Back Control
While this recall has been communicated to owners, many continue to be unhappy with the solutions provided by automakers. These problems have the potential to escalate into further action, underlining the importance of protecting consumer rights.
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