2023 Volvo XC40 back over prevention problems
11 owner complaints filed with NHTSA name the back over prevention on the 2023 Volvo XC40 — 25% of all complaints for this model year.
What owners report
“The vehicle intermittently loses all audio output, including music/media, turn-signal sounds, lane-change/blind-spot warning tones, parking/reverse proximity sensor alerts, and other vehicle chimes. I have experienced this problem for more than one year, and it has become significantly more…”
filed Sep 12, 2026
“The contact owns a 2023 Volvo XC40. The contact stated that the rearview camera image was directed downward towards the bumper and the ground. The rearview camera image was not displaying within a normal viewing range, making it difficult to park. No warning lights illuminated. A local dealer was…”
filed Jul 9, 2026
Verbatim excerpts from complaints filed with NHTSA. Reports are not independently verified.
Related recalls
- Rearview camera image may not display when the vehicle is placed in reverseCampaign 25V908000 · Dec 23, 2025
- Rearview camera image may not display when the vehicle is placed in reverseCampaign 25V282000 · May 8, 2025
Back Over Prevention problems in other XC40 years
| Year | Reports | Share |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 XC40 | 7 | 25% |
| 2022 XC40 | 14 | 38% |
| 2021 XC40 | 8 | 15% |
Other reported problem areas on the 2023 Volvo XC40
Counts are unique NHTSA complaints naming this component group. Complaints are unverified owner reports; mileage is computed only from complaints that included a usable odometer reading.