Own a Volvo? Check if your car is affected by this new recall
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If you or someone you know is the proud owner of a Volvo SUV—particularly the plug-in hybrid or electric XC40, XC60, or XC90—there’s some important news you need to know.
Volvo has just announced a recall affecting more than 500 vehicles across these popular models, and it all comes down to a potentially serious issue with a system you rely on for everyday safety.
What’s the Problem?
According to Volvo’s official recall notice, a software glitch could temporarily disable your car’s braking performance under specific circumstances.
The issue arises if the vehicle has been coasting downhill for at least 1 minute and 30 seconds in ‘B’ mode (for plug-in hybrids) or in One Pedal Drive mode (for pure electric models).
This means that if you’re heading down a long hill and relying on these energy-saving driving modes, your brakes might not work when you need them most.
Volvo warns that 'a loss of braking performance could increase the risk of an accident causing injury or death to vehicle occupants and/or other road users.'
Which Models Are Affected?
The recall specifically targets the following Volvo models:
- XC40 (plug-in hybrid and electric)
- XC60 (plug-in hybrid and electric)
- XC90 (plug-in hybrid and electric)
If you’re not sure whether your vehicle is included, don’t worry—Volvo will be reaching out to all affected owners directly.
Also read: Chery Omoda 5 and Volvo XC40 trigger urgent recalls due to manufacturing and software issues
How Is Volvo Fixing the Issue?
The good news is that the fix is relatively straightforward. Volvo is rolling out an over-the-air (OTA) software update to address the problem. This means you might be able to update your car’s software from the comfort of your own driveway, much like updating your smartphone or computer.
If you’re not comfortable performing the update yourself, or if you run into any issues, you can simply take your vehicle to an authorised Volvo dealership.
The update will be performed free of charge, so there’s no need to worry about unexpected costs.
What Should You Do Next?
Related story: Is your vehicle a ticking time bomb? Thousands of Volvos recalled after urgent warning
Have you received a recall notice from Volvo, or experienced any issues with your car’s braking system? How do you feel about the increasing reliance on software in modern vehicles? Share your thoughts and experiences in the comments below!
Volvo has just announced a recall affecting more than 500 vehicles across these popular models, and it all comes down to a potentially serious issue with a system you rely on for everyday safety.
What’s the Problem?
According to Volvo’s official recall notice, a software glitch could temporarily disable your car’s braking performance under specific circumstances.
The issue arises if the vehicle has been coasting downhill for at least 1 minute and 30 seconds in ‘B’ mode (for plug-in hybrids) or in One Pedal Drive mode (for pure electric models).
This means that if you’re heading down a long hill and relying on these energy-saving driving modes, your brakes might not work when you need them most.
Over 500 Volvo XC40, XC60, and XC90 plug-in hybrid and electric SUVs are being recalled in Australia due to a braking performance issue linked to a software fault. Image source: Volvo.
Volvo warns that 'a loss of braking performance could increase the risk of an accident causing injury or death to vehicle occupants and/or other road users.'
Which Models Are Affected?
The recall specifically targets the following Volvo models:
- XC40 (plug-in hybrid and electric)
- XC60 (plug-in hybrid and electric)
- XC90 (plug-in hybrid and electric)
If you’re not sure whether your vehicle is included, don’t worry—Volvo will be reaching out to all affected owners directly.
Also read: Chery Omoda 5 and Volvo XC40 trigger urgent recalls due to manufacturing and software issues
How Is Volvo Fixing the Issue?
The good news is that the fix is relatively straightforward. Volvo is rolling out an over-the-air (OTA) software update to address the problem. This means you might be able to update your car’s software from the comfort of your own driveway, much like updating your smartphone or computer.
If you’re not comfortable performing the update yourself, or if you run into any issues, you can simply take your vehicle to an authorised Volvo dealership.
The update will be performed free of charge, so there’s no need to worry about unexpected costs.
What Should You Do Next?
- Wait for Contact: Volvo will contact you if your vehicle is affected, with instructions on how to proceed.
- Perform the Update: If you receive the notification, follow the steps to complete the OTA update.
- Visit a Dealership: If you’re unable to do the update at home, book a visit to your nearest authorised Volvo dealer.
- Questions? If you have any concerns or need more information, you can call Volvo Customer Care on 1300 787 802.
Related story: Is your vehicle a ticking time bomb? Thousands of Volvos recalled after urgent warning
Have you received a recall notice from Volvo, or experienced any issues with your car’s braking system? How do you feel about the increasing reliance on software in modern vehicles? Share your thoughts and experiences in the comments below!
