repaired · 2026 Q3
Back over prevention: software
NewRisk. A rearview camera image that does not display reduces the driver's view behind the vehicle, increasing the risk of a crash.
2022 Volvo C40BEVProblems, recalls & complaints
NHTSA has logged 15 owner complaints about the 2022 Volvo C40BEV, most often about the vehicle speed control. It is covered by 2 safety recalls, and for recall 25V-282 the manufacturer reports only 100% of affected cars repaired.
Source: NHTSA complaints, recalls, investigations and manufacturer recall reports, through October 19, 2026. Updated daily.
Complaints by system
Where the 2022 Volvo C40BEV has problems
15 complaints grouped by the system owners reported.
5Vehicle speed control
5Back over prevention
2Electrical system1 crash/fire/injury
2Fuel/propulsion system
1Service brakes
1Visibility
1Visibility/wiper
1Engine
1Exterior lighting
22 other systems1 crash/fire/injury
| System | Complaints | Crash, fire or injury |
|---|---|---|
| Vehicle speed control | 5 | 0 |
| Back over prevention | 5 | 0 |
| Electrical system | 2 | 1 |
| Fuel/propulsion system | 2 | 0 |
| Service brakes | 1 | 0 |
| Visibility | 1 | 0 |
| Visibility/wiper | 1 | 0 |
| Engine | 1 | 0 |
| Exterior lighting | 1 | 0 |
| 2 other systems | 2 | 1 |
Source: NHTSA Office of Defects Investigation. Complaints are submitted by the public and are not verified by NHTSA.
2 recalls
2022 Volvo C40BEV recalls and how many were fixed
Each ring shows the share of affected cars repaired, from the manufacturer’s latest quarterly report to NHTSA. Recall repairs are free at authorized dealers.
repaired · 2026 Q3
Back over prevention: software
Risk. A rearview camera image that does not display reduces the driver's view of what is behind the vehicle, increasing the risk of a crash.
Recalls apply to specific cars. To see whether a recall is still open on yours, enter the 17-character VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls or with Volvo.
Best & worst years
2022 vs. every other C40BEV year
Bars show complaints per model year. Colors show the CarFlaw verdict: complaints weighted for crashes, fires and injuries, adjusted for years on the road and compared with the C40BEV median. How we score
'22'23'24'25
- Avoid
- Caution
- Solid
- Best
- Not rated
In owners' words
What C40BEV owners report
Recent vehicle speed control complaints filed with NHTSA, shortened. Personal details are removed.
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…
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…
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…
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