2021-2022 Volvo XC40BEV Accelerator Pedal Recall (22V288)
Volvo Car USA, LLC · 5,351 vehicles · Reported April 28, 2022
Volvo Car USA, LLC is recalling 5,351 2021-2022 Volvo XC40BEV vehicles. Water may enter the cable harness, corroding the accelerator pedal sensor (APS) circuit. A corroded APS circuit may send corrupted signals, causing unintended acceleration, a lack of acceleration, or a loss of drive power, increasing the risk of a crash. Dealers will make the repair free of charge.
Recall 22V288 at a glance
| NHTSA campaign number | 22V288000 |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer recall number | R10170 |
| Date reported to NHTSA | April 28, 2022 |
| Manufacturer | Volvo Car USA, LLC |
| Vehicles | 2021-2022 Volvo XC40BEV |
| Units affected | 5,351 |
| Component | Vehicle Speed Control > Accelerator Pedal |
| Safety risk | A corroded APS circuit may send corrupted signals, causing unintended acceleration, a lack of acceleration, or a loss of drive power, increasing the risk of a crash. |
| Fix | Available at dealers |
What is wrong with the 2021-2022 Volvo XC40BEV in recall 22V288?
Water may enter the cable harness, corroding the accelerator pedal sensor (APS) circuit.
Volvo Car USA, LLC (Volvo Car) is recalling certain 2021-2022 XC40 BEV vehicles. Water may enter the cable harness, corroding the accelerator pedal sensor (APS) circuit.
Is it safe to drive a 2021-2022 XC40BEV with recall 22V288?
NHTSA has not told owners to stop driving, but the risk is real: A corroded APS circuit may send corrupted signals, causing unintended acceleration, a lack of acceleration, or a loss of drive power, increasing the risk of a crash.
NHTSA describes the risk this way: A corroded APS circuit may send corrupted signals, causing unintended acceleration, a lack of acceleration, or a loss of drive power, increasing the risk of a crash.
NHTSA has not issued a do-not-drive or park-outside warning for this recall. Still, get the repair done as soon as it is available, and stop driving if you notice symptoms related to the accelerator pedal.
Which vehicles are included in recall 22V288?
Recall 22V288 covers 5,351 vehicles: 2021-2022 Volvo XC40BEV.
NHTSA lists 5,351 vehicles in this campaign. Not every vehicle of these models and years is included, so check your VIN.
| Model years | Make | Model |
|---|---|---|
| 2021-2022 | Volvo | XC40BEV |
What is the fix for the XC40BEV accelerator pedal recall?
Yes. Dealers will inspect for corrosion, install a cable splice to prevent water intrusion and, as necessary, replace the connector terminal and APS, free of charge.
Dealers will inspect for corrosion, install a cable splice to prevent water intrusion and, as necessary, replace the connector terminal and APS, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed June 20, 2022. Owners may contact Volvo Car at 1-800-458-1552. Volvo Car's number for this recall is R10170.
When was recall 22V288 announced?
Volvo Car USA, LLC reported recall 22V288 to NHTSA on April 28, 2022. NHTSA lists the owner letter date as June 20, 2022.
| Date | What happened |
|---|---|
| April 28, 2022 | Volvo Car USA, LLC filed the defect report with NHTSA; NHTSA assigned campaign 22V288000. |
| June 20, 2022 | Owner notification letters mailed (per NHTSA). |
This recall was filed 54 months ago. If your XC40BEV was built in that window, the VIN check below is the way to confirm it is included.
How do I check if my XC40BEV is part of recall 22V288?
Enter your 17-character VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls. If recall 22V288 is open on your XC40BEV, it will be listed there.
The fastest check is NHTSA’s VIN lookup. Type in the 17 characters from your registration or insurance card. Because only some 2021-2022 XC40BEV vehicles are included, the VIN check is the only reliable way to know. A brand-new recall may take several days to show up.
What should XC40BEV owners do about recall 22V288?
Check your VIN, schedule the free recall repair, and keep a repair order for every dealer visit.
- Check your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls to confirm recall 22V288000 applies to your XC40BEV.
- Book the recall appointment with any authorized Volvo dealer. Ask up front whether parts are available and how long the vehicle will be there.
- Get a repair order for every visit, even if the dealer only inspects the vehicle. Read it before you leave and make sure your complaint is written the way you described it.
- Keep a simple log of any accelerator pedal symptoms with dates and mileage. Video of a warning light or the problem happening is strong evidence.
- Count the days the vehicle is at the dealer. Days out of service add up toward California's 30-day presumption.
- If the problem comes back after the repair, return to the dealer and contact a lemon law attorney.
What are XC40BEV owners reporting to NHTSA?
Too few NHTSA complaints about the driver assistance have been filed since recall 22V288 was reported (0) to say whether the fix is holding.
NHTSA’s public complaint database does not list owner complaints for these vehicles yet. That is common for new models and for recalls a manufacturer finds through its own testing.
Can recall 22V288 make my XC40BEV a lemon in California?
Not by itself. A recall repair that fails, or repeat dealer visits for the same defect, can support a California lemon law claim.
Owners often ask whether this accelerator pedal recall means their XC40BEV qualifies as a lemon. Not by itself. Song-Beverly looks at whether a defect covered by the warranty substantially impairs use, value or safety and was not fixed after a reasonable number of repair attempts (Civ. Code 1793.2(d)).
When a driver assistance feature on the 2021-2022 Volvo XC40BEV brakes for no reason or stops working, it affects both safety and value. Software fixes do not always hold, which is why repeat repair records matter.
A remedy is available. Many vehicles are fixed on the first try. If the problem returns after the recall repair, or the 2021-2022 Volvo XC40BEV has needed other repairs for the same defect, those visits count toward a lemon law claim.
For the first 18 months or 18,000 miles, California presumes the manufacturer had enough chances if the XC40BEV went in two or more times for a defect likely to cause death or serious injury, four or more times for the same defect, or spent more than 30 days in the shop (Civ. Code 1793.22(b)). Direct notice to the manufacturer is required for some of these. The presumption is a shortcut, not the only path to a claim.
An owner who prevails in a lemon law case can recover reasonable attorney fees and costs from the manufacturer (Civ. Code 1794(d)). You pay nothing, win or lose. We are paid only if you win, and the manufacturer pays our fees, including in settlements. If a case is lost, our firm covers the costs.
In our cases, a recall repair visit counts as a repair attempt, and it's strongest when the owner complained about the problem before the recall came out. A recall shows the defect is real and that enough owners reported it for the manufacturer to issue a fix.
The biggest mistake I see is waiting too long. The mileage offset starts at your first repair visit for the problem, so the sooner you take it in, the better. If the problem comes and goes, take it in when it happens. You can't go back to that date later.
If you get a recall notice, call a lemon law attorney right away. You may have taken the car in for the same problem before and forgotten, or there may be other recalls related to it.
Jacob Shayesteh, Esq. (SBN 362320), Founder and Managing Attorney. Quotes lightly edited for clarity. Prior results do not guarantee a similar outcome.
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Frequently asked questions about recall 22V288
Is the 22V288000 recall repair free?
Yes. Safety recall repairs are done free of charge at authorized dealers.
When will owners be notified?
According to NHTSA, owner notification letters were or are scheduled to be mailed June 20, 2022.
How do I know if my XC40BEV is part of recall 22V288000?
Enter your 17-character VIN in NHTSA's recall lookup at nhtsa.gov/recalls, or call a dealer. The VIN is on your registration, insurance card and the lower corner of the windshield.
Does a recall mean my car is a lemon?
Not on its own. A lemon law claim depends on whether a covered defect keeps coming back or keeps the vehicle out of service. A recall repair that fails, or repeat visits for the same problem, can support a claim.
What should I keep for a possible lemon law claim?
Keep every repair order, the recall owner letter, your purchase or lease contract, and notes on dates, mileage and symptoms. Make sure each dealer visit is written up, even when the dealer says it cannot find a problem.
Does the recall fixing my car mean I have no case?
Not necessarily. Even if the recall repair fixed it, you may still have a case, and a car that's a year or more old can still qualify.
Do used cars qualify for California lemon law?
We take certified pre-owned, demo and dealer vehicles. Since the California Supreme Court's Rodriguez decision in 2024, ordinary used cars generally do not qualify.
How long does a recall lemon law case take?
Recall-related cases typically resolve in one to three months from your first call. Prior results do not guarantee a similar outcome.
What does a lemon law attorney cost?
You pay nothing, win or lose. We are paid only if you win, and the manufacturer pays our fees, including in settlements. If a case is lost, our firm covers the costs.
Sources
- NHTSA recall record 22V288000 (recall report and owner letters are posted there)
- NHTSA complaints and recalls data, accessed October 7, 2026
- California Civil Code 1793.2 and 1793.22
Jacob Shayesteh, Esq., Founder and Managing Attorney of America’s Lemon Lawyer (Wynn Law Group, APC). Licensed by the State Bar of California, No. 362320. His practice focuses on California lemon law under the Song-Beverly Consumer Warranty Act.
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