2022 Volvo C40BEV

14 complaints on file, page 1 of 1.

1. Filed Sep 15, 2026Failure Jul 15, 2024Atlanta, GARearview system braking, Unknown or other

   Repeated intermittent problems with safety equipment: rear camera, audio feedback on turn signal. Dealer says this appears to be a failed IHU component---but problems repeatedly reported earlier (2024) with response these issues would be remedied with a software update. Problem incidence has increased after major software update this spring. 4/25/2024email reporting lost all sound from turn signals, rear warnings 7/25/2024email reporting issue persists after recent software update; specifically expressed concern as to getting remedied under warranty noted that this is at least the 5th time this has happened (From web accounts from other customers, these issues seem to occur more with the 2022/ 2023 model years that use an older computer unit. May not be compatible with current software. Used in multiple different models).

   NHTSA complaint 11764461
2. Filed Jul 14, 2026Failure Jul 14, 2026Oakland, CAElectrical system, Power train, Vehicle speed control

   Multiple recurring electronic, keyless entry, and drivability defects on my 2022 Volvo C40 Recharge, VIN [XXX]. The vehicle was purchased used through Vroom and financed by UACC. Serious problems existed prior to the factory warranty expiration in April 2026. Volvo San Francisco was made aware of the issues on multiple occasions but claimed they “could not replicate” the problems, apparently to avoid liability for what is clearly a lemon vehicle. A software update was performed but did not resolve or improve the issues. The defects include: noticeable delay in throttle response when pressing the gas pedal (making acceleration unpredictable); the infotainment and driver information center screen going completely black while the vehicle is in motion; failure of the backup camera system; and sudden, unexpected jerking of the vehicle for no apparent reason. Additionally, the key fob and Volvo Cars app frequently become completely unresponsive. The app will show the current vehicle status (for example, “Locked” with battery/range info) but unlock and remote commands do not work. On XXX, the situation escalated severely. The car was locked and would not respond to the key fob buttons or the Volvo app. I had to use the manual detachable key blade from the fob to unlock the driver’s door. Once inside, placing the full key fob on the backup reader produced no response at all. The center screen remained completely black, there was no power-up of the systems, and the vehicle would not start. The car is now in a completely unresponsive state. These problems affect the keyless entry system, key fob detection module (likely related to the TCAM or similar electronics), infotainment and power management systems, electronic throttle control, and overall vehicle communications. The vehicle is readily available for inspection and testing. The issues have been consistently reproduced over time. These defects substantially impair the use, value, and safety INFORMATION REDACTED PURSUANT TO THE FREEDOM OF INFORMATION ACT (FOIA), 5 U.S

   NHTSA complaint 11750367
3. Filed Mar 21, 2026Failure Mar 20, 2026Portland, ORDefroster/defogger/hvac system, Visibility/wiper

   The car’s infotainment system repeatedly freezes and force restarts which causes the HVAC system to stop working and the windshield defroster to stop cleaning fog and frost leading to poor visibility.

   NHTSA complaint 11726085
4. Filed Jan 31, 2026Failure Jan 30, 2026Lathrop, CACamera

   Intermittent rear backup camera displayed camera unavailable instead of live video footage of what's behind the car. Inspection available upon request. Reduced visibility to rear of vehicle may lead to unsafe vehicle reverse. Problem hard to reproduce at dealer or independent service center as issue is intermittent and inconsistent. The component has not been inspected by manufacturer, police, or anyone else. The center console will display backup camera is unavailable. Issue remains unresolved since multiple updates. Car is on latest version 4.2.13

   NHTSA complaint 11714666
5. Filed Dec 8, 2025Failure Dec 4, 2025Wenatchee, WAExterior lighting

   On multiple occasions, the vehicle’s infotainment system has malfunctioned, and when this occurs, the turn signals stop working entirely. This failure has happened while the vehicle was in active use, including during a long trip, leaving us without functioning turn signals for an extended period. This creates a serious and immediate safety hazard for both the occupants of the vehicle and other drivers. After seeking advice, we were instructed to reboot the infotainment system. Once rebooted, the turn signals began working again. However, several weeks later, the same failure occurred again while driving. The turn signals stopped functioning without warning, forcing us to pull over and restart the infotainment system in order to restore basic signaling functionality. This issue appears to be recurring and directly affects a critical safety system of the vehicle.

   NHTSA complaint 11703608
6. Filed Dec 1, 2025Failure Dec 1, 2025Mason, OHCamera

   The rear camera has never worked properly. When I put the car in reverse, sometimes it doesn’t show an image. This happens most days. This has been over a minute in duration, though sometimes shorter. This has happened hundreds of times. It also sometimes will display a still image when moving, which of course is very dangerous as it gives a sense of safety and being clear when anything could move into the rear area without me knowing. I have done the recall, which was an ineffective software update. I am on software 3.7, which has the latest, and it didn’t work. Volvo offers no fix other than to reset the computer over and over. This doesn’t fix it. It is a hardware issue in which the computer isn’t capable of running all its functions. The only fix is hardware, and Volvo will need to be forced to do that. Many people complain of this issue. It is rampant in all the online communities.

   NHTSA complaint 11702368
7. Filed Jan 10, 2025Failure Jan 5, 2025Wauwatosa, WIFuel/propulsion system, Vehicle speed control

   I drive in the standard one pedal driving mode which allows for the car to brake and come to a complete stop using the regen system by simply releasing the accelerator. The issue is that I had come to a stop behind another car at traffic lights with my foot of the accelerator. In one pedal driving there is no need to hold the brake pedal as the car should so this itself. After a few seconds of being stationary the car, without me touching the accelerator, left forward and started to drive on itself. I was able to stop this by applying the brake before I hit the car in front. The car should not have done this.

   NHTSA complaint 11635277
8. Filed Jan 10, 2025Failure Jan 1, 2023Denver, COVehicle speed control

   This vehicle is an electric vehicle and driven primarily in one pedal drive. When stopped, without any input to the accelerator, it will sometimes start moving forward. This has happened at least fifty times in the 2.5 years I have owned this vehicle. I have been fortunate enough to not strike another car (or pedestrian) at a stop light when the car will suddenly start moving forward, but there have been a few close calls. I see in Volvo support forums that this is a known problem and I hope the there can be an investigation. Have brought this with the manufacturer to no avail.

   NHTSA complaint 11635274
9. Filed Dec 25, 2024Failure Dec 25, 2024Kensington, MDCamera

   Message popped up “cameras temporarily unavailable” and backup and surround view cameras aren’t working. A quick google search and it seems to be a very common software problem

   NHTSA complaint 11632338
10. Filed Dec 25, 2024Failure Dec 25, 2024Rochester, NYCamera

    The backup camera on this model has serious reliability issues. It freezes while backing up, and frequently displays a "camera temporarily unavailable" message. Volvo attempted to improve the reliability with a software update this year, but it did very little. The fact that it displays the temporarily unavailable message reveals that Volvo clearly knows about the problem, and they think displaying this message is acceptable. The dealer service manager admits the problem is with the software, and has been discussed at length on internet forums. This car has terrible rear visibility, and a functioning backup camera is absolutely required for safe operation.

    NHTSA complaint 11632319
11. Filed Dec 24, 2024Failure Nov 25, 2023Elkridge, MDFuel/propulsion system, Vehicle speed control

    I exclusively use one pedal drive (OPD) for my 2022 Volvo C40 EV. I have a log of about a dozen incidents in 2.5yrs where OPD has malfunctioned. Sometimes failing at speed, other times lurching quickly forward after stopping. I have contacted Volvo and they installed a flight data recorder. I can provide a description of all my events upon request. I'll detail just the most dangerous incident here: [XXX] ~[XXX] 30mph westbound on [XXX], Catonsville, MD. A car in front of me was stopping to make the same left turn I needed onto Harlem Ln. To prepare for the stop & turn I removed my foot from the accelerator pedal. Regen braking & deceleration began but then deceleration went to zero, or perhaps the car even sped up. I hit the brake pedal hard to avoid a collision. My wife said, "Why did you speed up?" Of course I didn't speed up, OPD malfunctioned.  Attempted to reproduce 27NOV at same location w/o the car in front. Could not reproduce. (I never charge my EV to 100% SoC) INFORMATION REDACTED PURSUANT TO THE FREEDOM OF INFORMATION ACT (FOIA), 5 U.S.C. 552(B)(6)

    NHTSA complaint 11632245
12. Filed Jun 29, 2024Failure Jun 22, 2024Highlands Ranch, COElectrical system, Seats, Unknown or otherFire

    On June 22, 2024 at 5.25pm I went to my driveway to open my car door to leave for dinner. When I opened the door black smoke came gushing out on my face. The whole car was filled with black soot and the passenger seat was burning and my Nikon DSLR camera was melted and battery compartment opened and maybe leaking. Temperature inside the car was 104 and outside was 87 when I opened the car. The car passenger seat was melted including the foam and wires. I had my dogs rubber ball, my hair band on the seat as well as my pink water bottle on the seat and some odour genie tub and plastic cleaning supplies none of which were burnt but just covered with smoke. My concern is that the seat material and the carpet on the floor was all burnt and charred with smoke damage however, all the plastic water bottles, my hair and and my dogs ball did not get burnt down with the electrical Fire. This is very dangerous to have just in case there is accusation and the fire catches the seats on fire so rapidly just by a camera battery leak or PVC Melt down. My primary concern is the vegan man-made material used in the entire vehicle from ceiling to floor is susceptible to catch on fire just with 100 degrees temperature from some acid leak or from the cigarette lighter charger which one of them burnt down whilst the other is in tact

    NHTSA complaint 11597755
13. Filed Dec 13, 2023Failure Nov 15, 2023Golden Valley, MNService brakes, Vehicle speed control

    First time - While stopped at a traffic light and foot off both the accelerator and brake (the car holds itself once stopped) the car started to accelerate until I stopped it with the brake pedal. Second time, a few days later - while coasting to a stop and foot off both the accelerator and brake the car started to accelerate until I slowed it with the brake pedal. Both incidents happened within a few days of each other just under 15,000 miles. Called Volvo corporate, they said to bring in to dealer. Dealer could not replicate and there were no codes to diagnose issue. All car software was up to date.

    NHTSA complaint 11559973
14. Filed Oct 26, 2022Failure Oct 26, 2022LA Grange, ILEngine

    2022 VOLVO C40. CONSUMER WRITES IN REGARD TO PROPULSION SYSTEM FAILURE MESSAGE ON DASHBOARD.

    NHTSA complaint 11490929