Volvo issues major recall affecting over 40,000 electric SUVs

Volvo is recalling more than 40,000 EX30 electric SUVs due to a potential fire risk. The company is urging owners to park outside and limit charging to 70% until the issue is fixed.

Volvo issues recall for over 40,000 EX30 electric SUVs

A total of 40,323 Volvo EX30 Single-Motor Extended Range and Twin-Motor Performance models are included in the recall.

Volvo told Reuters on Monday that the recall is due to the risk of the battery pack overheating, which could lead to a potential fire.

“We are now contacting the owners of all affected cars to advise them of next steps,” Volvo said. The recall involves replacing modules in the affected vehicles’ battery packs. Volvo said it would replace the affected vehicles, free of charge.

In the meantime, the company is urging owners to park outside and limit charging to 70% to eliminate the risk of a fire.

The EX30 batteries are supplied by Volvo’s parent company, Geely, through its joint battery venture in China, Shandong Geely Sunwoda Power Battery Co. According to Volvo, the supplier has since fixed the issue and will provide the new battery cells.

In the US, at least 40 EX30s are being recalled. In a statement to the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) last month, Volvo said it was recalling certain 2025 EX30 models because the high-voltage battery may short-circuit and overheat.

While replacing the battery modules could cost about $195 million, according to Reuters, it may cost Volvo even more than that.

Battery safety is a major concern for buyers, and if Volvo doesn’t get the fix right, it could affect its reputation as a safety leader.

Volvo said in its letter to the NHTSA that once the repair is available, it will be completed free of charge. Owner notification letters are expected to be mailed out on February 23, 2026.

Owners can contact Volvo’s customer service at 1-800-458-1552. Volvo’s recall number is R10355. You can also call the NHTSA hotline at 1-888-327-4236 or visit the NHTSA.gov website. The NHTSA campaign number is 26V001.