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2021 Volvo XC40

Everything Canada’s open data holds on this vehicle: what has been recalled, what it costs to run, and how efficient it is compared with everything else on the road.

Recalls

5

5 current

Combined

9.3L/100 km

Fuel, a year

$2,342

16,249 km, Ontario prices

Recalls

Good news: Recall repairs are almost always free. Book with any manufacturer dealer and quote the recall number. Transport Canada’s own wording is that a manufacturer “will almost always make these repairs free of charge”, so being asked to pay for recall work is unusual and worth questioning. Since 2018 the Minister of Transport can order a company to pay for repairs so owners do not bear the cost.

Visual System

Transport Canada recall 2025718 · manufacturer campaign R10333

23 December 2025

Transport Canada lists: EX40 2021–2025 · C40 2022–2025 · EC40 2022–2025 · S60 2023–2025 · and 6 more

What is wrong

On certain vehicles, a software problem could cause the rearview camera image not to display when the transmission is shifted into reverse. Note: This recall replaces Transport Canada recall no. 2025-233. Vehicles that were repaired under that recall also require this repair.

Why it matters

A rearview camera image that doesn't display could reduce a driver's ability to see behind the vehicle while backing up. This could increase the risk of a crash.

What the dealer will do

Volvo will notify owners by mail and send a wireless over-the-air software update to eligible vehicles to update the vehicle software. Alternatively, you may schedule an appointment to have the update performed at a Volvo dealership.

40,673 vehicles affected in CanadaSUVSafety TC

Visual System

Transport Canada recall 2025233 · manufacturer campaign R10320

1 May 2025

Transport Canada lists: EX40 2025 · C40 2022–2025 · EC40 2025 · S60 2023–2025 · and 6 more

What is wrong

On certain vehicles, a software problem could cause the rearview camera image not to display when the transmission is shifted into reverse.

Why it matters

A rearview camera image that doesn't display could reduce a driver's ability to see behind the vehicle while backing up. This could increase the risk of a crash.

What the dealer will do

Volvo will notify owners by mail and send a wireless over-the-air software update to eligible vehicles to update the vehicle software. Alternatively, you may schedule an appointment to have the update performed at a Volvo dealership.

40,673 vehicles affected in CanadaCarSafety Mfr

Visual System

Transport Canada recall 2022595 · manufacturer campaign R10191

20 October 2022

Transport Canada lists: C40 2019–2023 · S60 2019–2023 · S90 2019–2023 · V60 2019–2023 · and 4 more

What is wrong

On certain vehicles, a software problem could cause the top-view camera to display instead of the rearview camera image when you are reversing. Canadian regulations require the rearview image to display when reversing. Note: This recall only affects vehicles equipped with a 360-degree park assist camera.

Why it matters

A rearview camera image that does not display could reduce a driver's ability to see behind the vehicle while backing up. This could increase the risk of a crash.

What the dealer will do

Volvo will notify owners in writing and send a wireless over-the-air update to each vehicle. If the update cannot be completed successfully, or for vehicles without over-the-air (OTA) update capability, Volvo will instruct you to schedule an appointment to have the update performed by a dealer.

31,117 vehicles affected in CanadaCarCompliance Mfr

Electrical

Transport Canada recall 2022216 · manufacturer campaign R10170

28 April 2022

Transport Canada lists: XC40 2021–2022

What is wrong

On certain XC40 Recharge models, water may enter the wire harness for the accelerator pedal. If this happens, the accelerator pedal may not work properly. This problem could also cause the vehicle not to start.

Why it matters

An accelerator pedal that does not work properly could cause a loss of power to the wheels or a sudden unintended acceleration. Both could increase the risk of a crash.

What the dealer will do

Volvo will notify owners by mail and instruct you to take your vehicle to a dealership to add a cable splice to the accelerator pedal wiring.

459 vehicles affected in CanadaSUVSafety Mfr

Seats And Restraints

Transport Canada recall 2021540 · manufacturer campaign R10111

1 September 2021

Transport Canada lists: S60 2021–2022 · V60 2021–2022 · V90 2021 · XC40 2021 · and 2 more

What is wrong

On certain vehicles, the passenger seat belt assemblies may contain defective automatic locking retractors (ALR). As a result, the seat belts may not properly lock to secure a child seat. Note: The vehicle's lower universal anchorage system (UAS) is not affected by this defect and may still be used to secure a child seat.

Why it matters

A seat belt that is used to secure a child restraint but is not properly locked could increase the risk of injury in a crash.

What the dealer will do

Volvo will notify owners by mail and instruct you to take your vehicle to a dealer to inspect the seat belts. They will be replaced, if necessary.

3,078 vehicles affected in CanadaCarCompliance Mfr

Efficiency and running cost

Class
Sport utility vehicle: Small
In its class
More efficient than 55% of 220 2021 vehicles in this class
Tailpipe CO₂
217 g/km

Set your own distance and pump price · Full efficiency ranking

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Common questions

Does the 2021 Volvo XC40 have any recalls?
Transport Canada has 5 recalls on record for the 2021 Volvo XC40. Recall repairs are almost always free at a manufacturer dealer.
What fuel economy does the 2021 Volvo XC40 get?
NRCan rates the 2021 Volvo XC40 at 9.3 L/100 km combined, emitting 217 g of CO2 per kilometre. There are 2 rated versions; this is the median.
What does it cost to run a 2021 Volvo XC40 for a year?
At 16,249 km a year and Ontario average prices, about $2,342 in fuel, producing roughly 3,491 kg of CO2. Your own distance and prices will change this — the calculator lets you set both.

Source: Transport Canada — Vehicle Recalls Database; NRCan — Fuel consumption ratings. Data current as of 6 August 2026. Running cost uses Ontario average prices (155 ¢/L, 14.5 ¢/kWh), which are hand-maintained estimates. These are average residential rates. A car’s charging is added on top of what your home already uses, so on a tiered, time-of-use or subsidised tariff it is billed at your top rate rather than this average — which makes the real cost higher, especially in the territories. Enter your own rate for an accurate figure. 30,784 rated vehicles on file.