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Volvo EX30 problems, recalls & best years

The deets on every EX30 from 2025 to 2026: 10 owner complaints and 4 recalls across 2 model years.

The model years with the most owner complaints are 2025 (9), 2026 (1). Best fuel economy: 116 mpg combined (2026).

Volvo EX30
Photo: Crannofonix News · CC BY 4.0 · Wikimedia Commons. Representative photo of this generation; trim may differ.

Problem areas across all years

Electrical5
Forward collision avoidance4
Other / unknown2
Fuel & propulsion2
Lane departure1
Speed control / throttle1
Steering1
Engine1

Year by year

YearRecallsComplaintsBest mpg
202539116
202611116

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FAQ

What is the worst year for the Volvo EX30?

The model years with the most owner complaints are 2025 (9), 2026 (1).

How many recalls has the Volvo EX30 had?

Across 2025–2026, NHTSA lists 4 vehicle recall campaigns by model year (a campaign that covers several years counts once per year).