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Volvo EX40, XC40, XC90 May Lose Brake Function
high How serious is it? About this label
A loss of brake function while coasting downhill increases the risk of a crash. The notice does not tell owners to stop driving.
Key facts
| NHTSA campaign number | 25V392000 |
|---|---|
| Reported to NHTSA | Jun 12, 2025 |
| Manufacturer | Volvo Car USA, LLC |
| Part affected | Service Brakes, Hydraulic:power Assist:electric:control Module:software |
| Vehicles covered | 5 model/year combinations, model years 2021–2026 |
| Do-not-drive advisory | No |
| Park-outside advisory | No |
| Repair | Free at any franchised dealer |
What's wrong, in plain English
On some Volvo EX40, XC40, XC40 BEV, and XC90 PHEV vehicles, using "B" mode or One Pedal Drive while coasting down a hill in certain driving situations can cause the vehicle to lose brake function. Losing the ability to brake properly in this way can make it harder to slow down or stop the vehicle when needed, which increases the risk of a crash on the road.
What you should do
2. Check your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.
3. Contact a Volvo dealer (or call 1-800-458-1552); the software update is free and may be done over-the-air or by a dealer.
Where do I find my VIN, and what do I tell the dealer?
Your VIN is the 17-character code on the lower left of the windshield, on your registration and usually on your insurance card. Enter it at nhtsa.gov/recalls to see whether this recall is still open on your car. When you call the dealer, say you have an open safety recall and give them NHTSA campaign number 25V392000. More in how recalls work.
Affected vehicles (5)
Who to contact
Volvo — official Volvo recall lookup
Customer service: 1-800-458-1552
The bigger picture
- Volvo Brake Recalls Involve Loose Connections and Lost Braking · all 3 Volvo recalls in this area
Other Volvo XC40 recalls
- Dec 23, 2025Volvo rearview camera image may not appear in reversemedium
- May 8, 2025Volvo rearview camera image may not appear in reversemedium
- Jan 10, 2024Volvo XC40 left rear turn signal may not workmedium
Official notice
- Component
- SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC:POWER ASSIST:ELECTRIC:CONTROL MODULE:SOFTWARE
- Summary
- Volvo Car USA, LLC (Volvo Car) is recalling certain 2023 Volvo C40 BEV, 2025 EC40, 2023-2024 XC40 BEV, 2020-2026 XC90 PHEV, 2022-2026 XC60 PHEV, 2023-2025 S60 PHEV, 2024-2025 V60 PHEV, and 2025-2026 EX40 and 2025 S90 PHEV vehicles. In certain driving scenarios while coasting down a hill and using "B" mode or "One Pedal Drive," the vehicle may lose brake function.
- Safety risk
- A loss of brake function increases the risk of a crash.
- Remedy
- Owners are advised not to use "B" Mode (for plug-in hybrid vehicles) or "One Pedal Drive" (for pure electric vehicles) until the repair has been completed. The brake module software will be updated over-the-air (OTA) or by a dealer, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed July 15, 2025. Owners may contact Volvo Car's customer service at 1-800-458-1552. Volvo Car's number for this recall is R10329.
Verify your specific vehicle by VIN at nhtsa.gov. Recall repairs are free of charge by law.