no report yet
Front assembly: head restraint
NewRisk. A detached head restraint cushion can increase the risk of injury during a crash.
2025 Volvo EX30Problems, recalls & complaints
NHTSA has logged 9 owner complaints about the 2025 Volvo EX30, most often about the electrical system. It is covered by 4 safety recalls.
Source: NHTSA complaints, recalls, investigations and manufacturer recall reports, through October 9, 2026. Updated daily.
Complaints by system
Where the 2025 Volvo EX30 has problems
9 complaints grouped by the system owners reported.
5Electrical system1 crash/fire/injury
3Forward collision avoidance
2Fuel/propulsion system1 crash/fire/injury
1Vehicle speed control
1Engine
1Lane departure
1Steering
| System | Complaints | Crash, fire or injury |
|---|---|---|
| Electrical system | 5 | 1 |
| Forward collision avoidance | 3 | 0 |
| Fuel/propulsion system | 2 | 1 |
| Vehicle speed control | 1 | 0 |
| Engine | 1 | 0 |
| Lane departure | 1 | 0 |
| Steering | 1 | 0 |
Source: NHTSA Office of Defects Investigation. Complaints are submitted by the public and are not verified by NHTSA.
4 recalls
2025 Volvo EX30 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
Front: warning light/devices
NewRisk. An audible warning chime that does not properly alert of an unbelted seat belt can increase the risk of injury during a crash.
repaired · 2026 Q3
Propulsion system: traction battery
NewRisk. A high voltage battery that overheats increases the risk of a fire.
no report yet
Propulsion system: traction battery
Park outsideNewRisk. A high-voltage battery that overheats increases the risk of a fire.
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
2025 vs. every other EX30 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 EX30 median. How we score
'25'26
- Avoid
- Caution
- Solid
- Best
- Not rated
In owners' words
What EX30 owners report
Recent electrical system complaints filed with NHTSA, shortened. Personal details are removed.
On July 28, 2026, at approximately 3:30 p.m., I was stopped in my 2025 Volvo EX30 at the intersection of Laurel Avenue and Mount Pleasant Avenue in Livingston, New Jersey. When the light turned green, I applied the accelerator normally. The vehicle unexpectedly surged/lurched forward and struck…
This car is subject to NHTSA Recall Number 26V103, manufacturer's recall number R10362. I learned about the recall on February 23 via a Reuters article, but received nothing from Volvo. In follow-up with Volvo I was told on February 25 via email that there was no recall on my car. After some…
A battery recall was placed on the vehicle on February 18, 2026. However, the battery fire risk existed before this date. According to Volvo's instructions, I can only charge to 70 percent. We are also instructed to only charge when the vehicle can be monitored. Because of my business and need to…
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