FILE-A Volvo logo is shown at a dealership in Katy, Texas, on April 2, 2025. (Photo by RONALDO SCHEMIDT/AFP via Getty Images)
Volvo is recalling 40,323 electric EX30 SUVs because the battery packs may overheat and could boost the risk of a fire.
The latest recall from the automaker involves replacing modules in the high-voltage battery packs in the vehicle, which is vital in Volvo’s efforts to compete with other car manufacturers, FOX Business and Reuters reported.
What Volvo SUVs are recalled?
Why you should care:
Volvo’s recall covers model year 2024-2026 EX30 Single-Motor Extended Range and Twin-Motor Performance vehicles that have high-voltage cells.
In a statement from Volvo obtained by FOX Business, the company wrote: "Our investigations have identified that in very rare cases, the affected vehicles can overheat when charged to a high level. In a worst-case scenario this could lead to a fire starting in the battery."
If I have the recalled Volvo SUV, what should I do?
What you can do:
FOX Business reported that Volvo said it plans to replace the impacted units for free and is urging owners to continue limiting their charging to 70% until repairs can occur to prevent the risk of a fire. Volvo is also reaching out to car owners with the impacted vehicles to advise them about the next steps in the recall process.
The Source: Information for this story was provided by FOX Business, which obtained a statement from Volvo about the recall. This story was reported from Washington, D.C.