2025 Volvo EX30: Recalls, Problems & MPG
Here are the deets on the 2025 Volvo EX30: 3 recalls, 9 owner complaints and up to 116 mpg combined.
Recalls
3 vehicle recalls from the manufacturer. Repairs are free. Check your VIN to see if one is still open on your car.
Electrical Vehicle recall #26V001000 · 2026 · 40 vehicles
What's wrong: The high-voltage battery May experience a short circuit and overheat.
Why it matters: A high-voltage battery that overheats increases the risk of a fire.
The fix: Owners are advised to park outside and away from structures and limit their charge to a maximum of 70% until the recall repair is complete. Dealers will inspect and replace the battery modules as necessary, free of charge.
Electrical Vehicle recall #26V103000 · 2026 · 161 vehicles
What's wrong: The high voltage battery May experience a short circuit and overheat.
Why it matters: A high voltage battery that overheats increases the risk of a fire.
The fix: Owners are advised to limit their charge to a maximum of 70% until the recall repair is complete. Dealers will inspect and replace the battery modules as necessary, free of charge. Owner letters were mailed August 20, 2026.
Seat belts Vehicle recall #26V136000 · 2026 · 1,584 vehicles
What's wrong: The seat belt warning system May not activate the audible warning chime as intended. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 208, "occupant crash protection."
Why it matters: An audible warning chime that does not properly alert of an unbelted seat belt can increase the risk of injury during a crash.
The fix: Dealers will replace the terminals at the audio module connector, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed March 26, 2026.
Most-reported problems
Owner complaints filed with NHTSA, by component. One complaint can list several components. 0 mention a fire, 0 injuries and 0 deaths were reported.
What owners describe
- Electrical (5): the most common themes are fire / smoke (2), electrical failure (2).
- Forward collision avoidance (3): no single recurring theme in the descriptions.
- Other / unknown (2): no single recurring theme in the descriptions.
- Fuel & propulsion (2): no single recurring theme in the descriptions.
The 2025 Volvo EX30 has 9 owner complaints, ranking #1 of 2 EX30 model years for complaints (1.8× the average EX30 year). Complaints peaked in 2026 (7 filed that year). The typical problem showed up when the car was about 1 year old. Neighboring years: 2026 (1 complaints, 1 recalls).
Engines & fuel economy (EPA)
| Engine | Transmission | Drive | City | Hwy | Comb. | Fuel |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Electric (185 kW PMSM) | Automatic (A1) | Rear-Wheel Drive | 127e | 104e | 116e | Electricity |
| Electric (185 kW PMSM) | Automatic (A1) | Rear-Wheel Drive | 124e | 103e | 114e | Electricity |
| Electric (115 and 185 kW PMSM) | Automatic (A1) | All-Wheel Drive | 116e | 100e | 109e | Electricity |
| Electric (115 and 185 kW PMSM) | Automatic (A1) | All-Wheel Drive | 118e | 99e | 109e | Electricity |
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FAQ
Does the 2025 Volvo EX30 have any recalls?
Yes. NHTSA lists 3 vehicle recalls for the 2025 Volvo EX30. Recall repairs are free at any dealer, no matter how old the car is. Check your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.
What are the most common 2025 Volvo EX30 problems?
Owners have filed 9 complaints with NHTSA. The most-reported areas are electrical (5), forward collision avoidance (3), other / unknown (2).
What gas mileage does the 2025 Volvo EX30 get?
EPA ratings run up to 116 mpg combined, across 4 engine and transmission combos.
Where can I get a 2025 Volvo EX30 repair manual?
eManualOnline sells downloadable manuals, Mitchell 1 DIY and ALLDATAdiy sell online access to factory repair data, and Haynes sells printed guides and online access. Pick a download if you want to keep it, or a subscription for wiring diagrams and TSBs.