Volvo is recalling more than 400,000 vehicles in the US due to a rearview camera issue that could block drivers from seeing behind their cars when backing up.
The company reported the defect to the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) on May 1, 2025.
A total of 413,151 cars from model years 2021 through 2025 are affected. The issue stems from a software problem in the vehicles' central electronic module (CEM), which can cause the rearview camera screen to go black when the car is put in reverse.
Though no crashes or injuries have been reported so far, Volvo acknowledges that this issue violates federal safety rules.
Since 2018, all new cars sold in the US must have working rearview cameras. These cameras help prevent accidents when drivers are reversing, especially in crowded or residential areas.
To fix the problem, Volvo is offering a free software update. Owners can visit a dealership or receive the update remotely through an over-the-air (OTA) system if their car supports it. This allows many customers to get the fix without leaving home, TNJ said.
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Volvo Recall Notices Begin Mailing June 24
According to USA Today, Volvo will start mailing notices to affected owners on June 24, 2025. Customers who already paid for repairs related to this issue may be eligible for reimbursement.
Anyone unsure whether their car is included in the recall can check by entering their vehicle's VIN on the NHTSA website at nhtsa.gov/recalls or visiting Volvo's recall portal.
"This recall is about safety and making sure our customers have full visibility when driving," the company said in its statement.
The recall includes some of Volvo's most popular models:
2022–2025 Volvo C40
2023–2025 Volvo S60
2022–2025 Volvo S90
2023–2025 Volvo V60 and V60 Cross Country
2022 Volvo V90
2022–2025 Volvo V90 Cross Country
2021–2025 Volvo XC40
2022–2025 Volvo XC60
2023–2025 Volvo XC90
Volvo owners are encouraged to take action as soon as possible. If the camera screen goes blank while reversing, drivers should use extra caution and schedule a repair immediately.
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