Volvo Recalls 2025 EX30 Vehicles Due to High Voltage Battery Fire Risk

Source: NHTSA · United States

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Volvo Car USA is recalling 189 model year 2025 EX30 vehicles because the high voltage battery may short circuit and overheat, potentially causing a fire.

What this NHTSA vehicle recall tells you, and what most readers miss

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What Happened

Volvo Car USA, LLC (Volvo Car) has issued a recall for certain 2025 EX30 vehicles. According to the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA), the high voltage battery in these vehicles may experience a short circuit and overheat. This recall replaces and expands upon the previous NHTSA recall number 26V001.

Which Products Are Affected

The recall affects approximately 189 units of the following vehicle:

  • Make/Model: 2025 Volvo EX30
  • NHTSA Campaign Number: 26V103000
  • Component: Electrical System: Propulsion System: Traction Battery

What You Should Do

Owners are strongly advised to limit their vehicle's charge to a maximum of 70% until the recall repair has been completed. Volvo dealers will inspect the vehicles and replace the battery modules as necessary, free of charge.

Owner notification letters are expected to be mailed on April 21, 2026. Owners may contact Volvo Car’s customer service at 1-800-458-1552. Additionally, Vehicle Identification Numbers (VINs) involved in this recall became searchable on the NHTSA website on February 23, 2026.

Why This Matters

A high voltage battery that overheats increases the risk of a vehicle fire, which poses a significant safety hazard to occupants and nearby property.

Source

Information provided by the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) under Campaign Number 26V103000.

Original source: NHTSA Official Notice ↗

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about this NHTSA vehicle recall.

What is this NHTSA vehicle recall about?
Volvo Car USA is recalling 189 model year 2025 EX30 vehicles because the high voltage battery may short circuit and overheat, potentially causing a fire.
Which agency issued this alert?
This alert was issued by NHTSA. The original notice is available at the source link at the bottom of this article.
How severe is this alert?
This alert is classified as "high" severity. Take precautions and monitor for updates.
What area is affected?
This alert affects United States. Check with NHTSA for the most current geographic scope.
Where can I find more Vehicle Recalls updates?
Browse the full Vehicle Recalls feed on Areazine at areazine.com/recalls/vehicles/ for the latest updates from NHTSA and other agencies.