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2022 Volvo C40bev problems

Verdict · NHTSA data

Limited data — recalls on file

NHTSA has just 18 complaints on file for the 2022 Volvo C40bev — too few to judge reliability from owner reports alone — but 2 recall campaigns apply to this year, so any used example should have its VIN checked for completed recall work.

18

NHTSA complaints

2

Recalls

0

Investigations

0

Crash-involved

3

Fires reported

0

Injuries

0

Deaths

—

NCAP overall

How does 2022 compare to other C40bev years?

C40bev NHTSA complaints by model year, 2022 highlighted41 complaints2022: 18 complaints2023: 41 complaints2024: 5 complaints2025: 0 complaints
C40bev NHTSA complaints by model year, 2022 highlighted. Red bars are years to avoid.

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What are the most common 2022 Volvo C40bev problems?

ComponentComplaintsShare
Driver Assistance422%
Speed Control422%
Fuel System211%
Visibility & Wipers211%
Other16%
Seats16%
Lighting16%
Electrical System16%
Engine16%
Brakes16%

Does the 2022 Volvo C40bev have recalls?

2 NHTSA recall campaigns on file. Recall repairs are free at franchised dealers.

25V908000Driver AssistanceDecember 23, 2025 · 413,151 units

Defect

Volvo Car USA, LLC (Volvo Car) is recalling certain 2021-2025 XC40, 2022 V90, 2022-2024 C40BEV, 2022-2025 S90, V90CC, XC60, 2023-2025 S60, V60, V60CC, XC90, and 2025 EC40, and EX40 vehicles. The rearview camera image may not display when the vehicle is placed in reverse. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 111, "Rear Visibility."

Consequence

A rearview camera image that does not display reduces the driver's view behind the vehicle, increasing the risk of a crash.

Remedy

The software will be updated by a dealer or through an over-the-air (OTA) update, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed February 24, 2026. Owners may contact Volvo Car’s customer service at 1-800-458-1552. Volvo Car's number for this recall is R10333. Vehicle Identification Numbers (VINs) involved in this recall will be searchable on NHTSA.gov beginning February 16, 2026. This recall replaces previous NHTSA recall number 25V282. Vehicles previously repaired under recall 25V282 will need to have the new remedy performed.

25V282000Driver AssistanceMay 8, 2025 · 413,151 units

Defect

Volvo Car USA, LLC (Volvo Car) is recalling certain 2021-2025 XC40, 2022 V90, 2022-2025 S90, V90CC, C40, XC60, 2023-2025 S60, V60, V60CC, XC90, and 2025 EC40 and EX40 vehicles. The rearview camera image may not display when the vehicle is placed in reverse. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 111, "Rear Visibility."

Consequence

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.

Remedy

The software will be updated by a dealer or through an over-the-air (OTA) update, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed June 27, 2025. Owners may contact Volvo Car customer service at 1-800-458-1552. Volvo Car's number for this recall is R10320.

Consumer complaints filed with NHTSA

Representative excerpts, cleaned of personal information. These are consumer statements, not verified defects.

“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…”

Complaint filed with NHTSA · Speed Control · January 1, 2023

“Message popped up “cameras temporarily unavailable” and backup and surround view cameras aren’t working. A quick google search and it seems to be a very common software problem”

Complaint filed with NHTSA · Driver Assistance · December 25, 2024

“The car’s infotainment system repeatedly freezes and force restarts which causes the HVAC system to stop working and the windshield defroster to stop cleaning fog and frost leading to poor visibility. ”

Complaint filed with NHTSA · Visibility & Wipers · March 20, 2026

“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…”

Complaint filed with NHTSA · Fuel System · January 5, 2025

2022 Volvo C40bev — common questions

Is the 2022 Volvo C40bev reliable?

The record is thin — 18 NHTSA complaints — so owner-report data can't strongly confirm reliability either way, though 2 recalls should be verified as completed.

What are the most common 2022 C40bev problems?

According to NHTSA complaint data, the leading problem areas are speed control (4 complaints), driver assistance (4 complaints), fuel system (2 complaints).

Does the 2022 Volvo C40bev have recalls?

Yes — NHTSA lists 2 recall campaigns affecting the 2022 Volvo C40bev. Recall repairs are free at franchised dealers; check the VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls to confirm the work was done.

Which Volvo C40bev years should you avoid?

Based on complaint rates and open investigations, the C40bev years to avoid are 2023. The cleanest record among C40bev years belongs to 2025.

Related

Based on NHTSA ODI data through June 2026. Complaints are consumer-reported and unverified. Updated July 5, 2026.

Compiled by Sharon Ben-Moshe, Founder.