History Behind the Lawsuit

A proposed class action lawsuit alleges that Volvo Cars of North America, LLC and Volvo Car USA, LLC knowingly concealed a serious defect affecting 2020–2024 Volvo XC40 Recharge electric vehicles. The case, Becker v. Volvo Cars of North America, LLC et al. (Case No. 3:25-cv-05331), was filed on June 25, 2025, and claims the vehicles are prone to sudden unintended acceleration, lurching, or jumping due to a defective powertrain control system.

According to the complaint, despite being marketed as safe and reliable, the XC40 Recharge suffers from a defect caused by a combination of software failures and powertrain control system vulnerabilities. These issues allegedly cause unpredictable surging behavior, sometimes even when a driver is not pressing the accelerator or has their foot on the brake.

Vehicles Named in the Lawsuit

The lawsuit applies to 2020–2024 Volvo XC40 Recharge electric vehicles

The complaint states that the alleged defect may manifest during low-speed maneuvers, while shifting gears, when one-pedal driving is enabled, or when using features such as creep mode or automatic brake hold.

Claims Made by the Plaintiffs

Plaintiffs allege that the XC40 Recharge can unexpectedly accelerate forward or backward, creating a heightened risk of collisions, injuries, and property damage. Particularly in everyday scenarios like parking, merging, or navigating intersections.

The lawsuit claims Volvo was aware of the defect, noting that the Polestar 2, which shares similar software architecture, reportedly experienced comparable powertrain failures. According to the filing, Volvo also received early consumer complaints and dealership data identifying the problem shortly after the vehicle’s launch.

Despite this knowledge, Volvo allegedly failed to adequately disclose the defect and continued marketing the XC40 Recharge as safe and dependable. The complaint further alleges that Volvo’s prior recalls, covering limited 2021–2022 XC40 Recharge and BEV models, were too narrow and failed to correct the underlying systemic issue causing the dangerous behavior.

The lawsuit seeks class certification, damages, and relief under California consumer protection and unfair competition laws. It aims to represent all U.S. consumers who purchased or leased a 2020–2024 Volvo XC40 Recharge.

What Volvo Owners Should Do Next

Owners who have experienced unexpected acceleration, lurching, or surging are encouraged to document incidents, repair attempts, software updates, and dealership communications. These records may be important if the case expands or leads to settlements, additional recalls, or other remedies.

How Volvo Owners Can Take Back Control

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History Behind the Recalls

Three major automakers, Toyota, Subaru, and Volvo, have issued recalls addressing separate but serious safety issues, according to filings with the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA). 

The recalls collectively affect more than 95,000 vehicles in the United States and center around potential failures that could impact driver visibility or occupant safety.

Toyota and Subaru Recall: Defroster and Defogger System Failure

• NHTSA Campaign Number: 25V577000
• Affected Units: 94,320

Toyota Motor Engineering & Manufacturing is recalling select 2023–2025 Toyota bZ4X, Lexus RZ, and Subaru Solterra vehicles. During certain HVAC system faults, such as an electrical compressor failure, the defroster and defogger system may stop working, reducing visibility and increasing the risk of a crash.

Dealers will update the HVAC control ECU software and inspect or replace the electrical compressor, if necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters are expected to be mailed October 20, 2025.

For assistance, contact Toyota at 1-800-331-4331 (recall numbers 25TB07 / 25TA07), Lexus at 1-800-255-3987 (25LB04 / 25LA04), or Subaru at 1-844-373-6614 (WRD-25).

Volvo Recall: Damaged Seat Belt Retractors

• NHTSA Campaign Number: 25V589000
• Affected Units: 1,355

Volvo Car USA is recalling 2026 XC90 MHEV, XC60 MHEV, V90CC MHEV, and V60CC MHEV vehicles due to torsion bars in the front seat belt retractors that may have been damaged during production. A damaged retractor may not properly restrain an occupant during a collision, increasing the risk of injury.

Dealers will replace both front seat belt retractors free of charge. Notification letters are expected to be mailed October 30, 2025. For more information, owners can contact Volvo customer service at 1-800-458-1552 and reference recall R10340.

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Volvo has confirmed it will replace the central computers in every 2025 EX90 following a wave of software glitches and performance issues reported by owners.

The decision comes after more than a year of complaints from EX90 drivers about widespread problems ranging from unreliable keyless entry to infotainment crashes and Google Assistant failures. 

Despite Volvo’s initial promises of quick software updates, the company is now opting to physically upgrade the car’s computing hardware instead.

What’s the Problem?

The EX90, Volvo’s flagship electric SUV, was marketed as one of the first fully “software-defined vehicles” (SDVs) from a European automaker. But since launch, many owners have described it as unstable and unusable. One owner went so far as to call her vehicle “a dumpster fire inside a train wreck,” citing repeated failures of phone connectivity, CarPlay, and keyless functions—even with the latest software patch.

Frustrated by the issues and slow fixes, some owners have reportedly attempted to pursue buybacks, while others say their local dealers have been dismissive of the problems.

What’s Being Replaced?

Volvo will retrofit all 2025 EX90s with the Nvidia Drive AGX Orin-based core computer used in the upcoming 2026 EX90 and EX60. The new unit supports over 500 TOPS (trillion operations per second), intended to eventually power LIDAR-based autonomous driving systems—though that feature remains inactive for now.

While Volvo says a stable software version is coming for both old and new hardware, the replacement is being framed as a move to streamline development and long-term updates.

Is This a Recall?

No, this is not a safety recall. Instead, it’s a voluntary upgrade offered free of charge to 2025 EX90 owners. Volvo is proactively reaching out to customers, and installations will be handled through official dealers.

What EX90 Owners Should Do

If you own a 2025 Volvo EX90, check your email or contact your local dealership. You should receive an official notification outlining when and how to schedule your free computer replacement.

How Volvo Owners Can Take Back Control

While this recall may assist some drivers, many Volvo owners remain frustrated by recurring software and hardware failures, even after multiple repair attempts. These issues have the potential to escalate into further action, underlining the importance of protecting consumer rights.

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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.

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Volvo Car USA LLC has issued a major recall affecting more than 413,000 vehicles in the United States due to a defect that may prevent the rearview camera from displaying images properly. The recall was announced on May 1, 2025, and affects a wide range of Volvo models equipped with Google built-in software.

History Behind the Recall

The recall was prompted by a violation of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard No. 111, which governs rear visibility. According to the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA), the affected vehicles may fail to display the rearview camera image when the car is shifted into reverse. This failure can severely limit the driver’s ability to see behind the vehicle and significantly increase the risk of a crash.

The issue stems from a software synchronization error between the rearview camera and the vehicle’s video display. It is related to vehicles running Google’s integrated infotainment system and is similar to problems seen in the Polestar 2, a vehicle from a Volvo-affiliated brand.

Which Vehicles Are Affected

This recall impacts 413,151 Volvo vehicles, including:

• 2021–2025 XC40
• 2022 V90
• 2022–2025 S90, V90CC, C40, XC60
• 2023–2025 S60, V60, V60CC, XC90

All affected models are equipped with Google built-in software and may experience intermittent or total loss of rear camera image when reversing.

What Owners Need to Do Next

Volvo has confirmed that a free software update will resolve the issue. 

Owners have two options: they can visit a dealership to have the software installed, or they can perform the update themselves over the air if the vehicle is connected to Wi-Fi. Notification letters are scheduled to be mailed by June 24, 2025.

So far, no injuries have been reported in relation to the defect. For questions or assistance, consumers can contact Volvo Car USA customer service at 1-800-458-1552 or visit the NHTSA recall website at www.nhtsa.gov.

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History Behind the Recall

Volvo has issued a safety recall for 7,483 plug-in hybrid vehicles in the U.S. due to a serious fire risk linked to a defect in the high-voltage battery module. The company warns that affected vehicles may experience a short circuit and thermal runaway, particularly when parked and fully charged, a condition that could cause the vehicle to ignite while unattended in garages or residential areas.

Volvo initiated an investigation after a customer reported a “thermal event” on February 6, 2024. Though only two incidents have been reported so far and no injuries or crashes have occurred. The risk is significant enough for Volvo to advise owners to stop charging their vehicles immediately until the repair is completed.

Which Models Are Affected

The recall applies to the following plug-in hybrid electric vehicles (PHEVs):

• 2020–2021 Volvo S90
• 2022 Volvo V90
• 2020–2022 Volvo S60
• 2020–2022 Volvo V60
• 2020–2022 Volvo XC60
• 2020–2022 Volvo XC90

These vehicles are equipped with battery modules manufactured by LG, which may have internal defects leading to a potential short circuit. The defect stems from a production deviation in the battery cells that could allow overheating and fire.

What Owners Need to Do Next

Volvo will begin mailing owner notification letters in May 2025. Owners are instructed not to charge their vehicles until the recall service has been completed.

Dealers will inspect the battery modules for cell deviations. If abnormalities are found, the battery module will be replaced free of charge. Additionally, all affected vehicles will receive a software update to improve battery monitoring and safety detection.

For more information, contact Volvo customer service or visit the NHTSA website at www.nhtsa.gov.

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