repaired · 2022 Q1
Forward collision avoidance: automatic emergency braking
Risk. If the automatic emergency braking system does not engage as intended, it can increase the risk of a crash.
2019 Volvo XC40Problems, recalls & complaints
NHTSA has logged 30 owner complaints about the 2019 Volvo XC40, most often about the service brakes. It is covered by 4 safety recalls, and for recall 18V-800 the manufacturer reports only 97% of affected cars repaired.
Source: NHTSA complaints, recalls, investigations and manufacturer recall reports, through May 18, 2026. Updated daily. Photo: Mr.choppers, CC BY-SA 3.0.
Complaints by system
Where the 2019 Volvo XC40 has problems
30 complaints grouped by the system owners reported.
5Service brakes2 crash/fire/injury
5Engine1 crash/fire/injury
4Air bags1 crash/fire/injury
3Seat belts1 crash/fire/injury
3Forward collision avoidance1 crash/fire/injury
3Structure1 crash/fire/injury
2Vehicle speed control
2Fuel/propulsion system
2Electrical system
76 other systems1 crash/fire/injury
| System | Complaints | Crash, fire or injury |
|---|---|---|
| Service brakes | 5 | 2 |
| Engine | 5 | 1 |
| Air bags | 4 | 1 |
| Seat belts | 3 | 1 |
| Forward collision avoidance | 3 | 1 |
| Structure | 3 | 1 |
| Vehicle speed control | 2 | 0 |
| Fuel/propulsion system | 2 | 0 |
| Electrical system | 2 | 1 |
| 6 other systems | 7 | 1 |
Source: NHTSA Office of Defects Investigation. Complaints are submitted by the public and are not verified by NHTSA.
4 recalls
2019 Volvo XC40 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 · 2020 Q1
Electrical system: software
Risk. If the GPS location is not provided to emergency personnel it can inhibit emergency response in the event of a crash or injury.
repaired · 2019 Q3
Service brakes, hydraulic: pedals and linkages
Do not driveRisk. Reduced braking performance can increase the risk of a crash.
repaired · 2019 Q4
Seats: mid/rear assembly
Risk. If the seat back moves forward during hard braking or in a crash, it can increase the risk of injury.
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
2019 vs. every other XC40 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 XC40 median. How we score
'17'18'19'20'21'22'23'24'25
- Avoid
- Caution
- Solid
- Best
- Not rated
In owners' words
What XC40 owners report
Recent service brakes complaints filed with NHTSA, shortened. Personal details are removed.
The component that failed was the Brake pedal, it was unresponsive while driving on the freeway, it was hard to push and the vehicle would not come to a complete stop. My safety along with my daughter was put at risk due to nearly colliding into several vehicles due to not being able to stop…
While entering a parking spot my car suddenly accelerated and crashed into the wall in front of me in spite of my pushing my brakes 100%. The car never went into the automatic braking system before I applied the brakes, the seat belt never engaged and the air bags on the driver's side did not…
Earlier today I submitted a complaint, NHTSA Tracking Number 11498747. Would it be possible to send this back to me as I would prefer to modify it? Please do not post it now. Thanks, Craig Wenger [PHONE]
Own a 2019 XC40?
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