Safety Recall: Volvo Volvo XC40 – Japan CAA

Published by Reclia Safety Desk | July 23, 2026

Recall Information Record

Case Number: 00000035555
Product: Volvo XC40
Brand: Volvo
Hazards: Electric Shock Hazard
Source: Japan Consumer Affairs Agency (CAA)

WHAT HAPPENED

Volvo has issued a recall for its XC40 passenger vehicle in Japan due to a defect in the high-voltage battery electrical system. The recall was registered with the Consumer Affairs Agency under management number 00000035555 and references the Ministry of Land, Infrastructure, Transport and Tourism as the overseeing authority.

This defect could potentially affect vehicle performance and safety, as high-voltage battery issues may lead to electrical malfunctions or, in rare cases, fire risk. The recall covers the Volvo XC40 model, and the corrective action is a repair. Owners are urged to take the matter seriously to ensure their vehicle remains safe to operate.

If you own a Volvo XC40 affected by this recall, please take the following steps:

• Check your vehicle’s VIN or contact your local Volvo dealer to confirm if your car is included in the recall.
• Schedule an appointment with an authorized Volvo service center to have the high-voltage battery system inspected and repaired free of charge.
• Monitor official communications from Volvo Japan or the Ministry of Land, Infrastructure, Transport and Tourism for further updates and instructions.

AFFECTED BATCHES & TARGET SPECIFICS

– **Target Model / Type:** N/A
– **JAN Barcode:** N/A
– **Affected Serial / Lot Numbers:** N/A
– **Total Units Affected:** N/A

ADDITIONAL REGULATORY NOTES

Recall notice from Japan Consumer Affairs Agency (管理番号: 00000035555) referencing the Ministry of Land, Infrastructure, Transport and Tourism. The defect involves the high-voltage battery (電気装置（高電圧バッテリー）の不具合). Remedy is repair (修理). Contact and response method details are not provided in the snippet.

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