Recall 24V010 affects 17,409 2024 Volvo XC40 vehicles for a left rear turn signal software error. Free OTA update or franchised Volvo dealer repair.
Volvo is recalling 17,409 2024 XC40 vehicles because a software error in the Central Electronic Module can stop the left rear turn signal from working. A failed exterior turn signal leaves other drivers without a clear turning cue and increases crash risk, and Volvo dealers will update the software free of charge.
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What's wrong?
The Central Electronic Module software in the 2024 Volvo XC40 is the control logic that watches and manages many electrical functions. For the left rear turn signal, it checks the lamp circuit when the driver moves the indicator stalk. That check is supposed to confirm the signal is working, then let the lamp flash so drivers behind the SUV see the turn.
On affected XC40 SUVs, the CEM software reads the initial burst of electrical current to the left rear turn signal as if the circuit has shorted to ground. A short to ground means electricity is going where it should not. Because the software misreads that current, it can shut down or block the left rear indicator instead of allowing it to operate.
Owners will see a left turn indicator malfunction message in the Driver Information Module. That message is the warning sign to use when calling a Volvo dealer.
Who's affected?
| 2024 Volvo XC40 | electrical system software |
|---|---|
| Units affected | 17,409 |
| Field incidents | NHTSA has logged 4 field incidents to date. |
Not every 2024 Volvo XC40 is on the list. Check your VIN to confirm whether your specific SUV is included.
What's the safety risk?
A failed exterior left turn signal keeps nearby drivers from seeing that the vehicle is turning, which increases crash risk. The driver display shows a left turn indicator malfunction message. If that message appears, use extra caution and schedule the software update soon. Repair is free at any franchised Volvo dealer.
What should I do?
- Check your VIN to confirm your 2024 Volvo XC40 is included in this recall.
- Contact a franchised Volvo dealer to schedule the free CEM software update.
- Complete the dealer or over-the-air CEM software update that fixes the left rear turn signal indicator failure.
- Bring the owner letter if you have it, or reference recall number 24V010 when you call.
- Confirm the left rear turn signal works before driving until the software update is complete.
What happens at the repair
At the dealer, a Volvo technician updates the Central Electronic Module software that controls the left rear turn signal indicator. Volvo can also deliver the same correction through an over the air update. The recall software update is free. If you paid out of pocket for this problem before receiving the recall letter, contact Volvo Customer Care at 1-800-458-1552 or use Volvo's customer care site to request reimbursement review. Keep repair documentation tied to the turn signal or CEM software issue.
| Reimbursement | Reimbursement available |
|---|
Timeline
| January 10, 2024 | NHTSA published the recall |
|---|---|
| January 10, 2024 | Dealer notification began |
| January 10, 2024 | Dealer notification ended |
| February 16, 2024 | Owner notification mailed |
| February 28, 2024 | Interim owner notification (was planned for this date) |
Frequently asked questions
What is recall 24V010?
Recall 24V010 covers 17,409 2024 Volvo XC40 vehicles with Central Electronic Module software that can stop the left rear turn signal indicator from working. A nonfunctioning exterior turn signal can fail to alert other drivers, increasing crash risk. Volvo will update the software for free.
What should I do if my 2024 Volvo XC40 is on this recall?
Check your VIN to confirm your specific XC40 is included in recall 24V010. If it is, contact a franchised Volvo dealer and ask whether your vehicle needs a dealer software update or an over-the-air update. Reference Volvo recall number R10256 when you call.
Is the recall repair free?
Yes. Federal recall law requires the manufacturer to repair the defect at no cost. Volvo will update the Central Electronic Module software free of charge through a dealer visit or an over-the-air update.
What is the safety risk?
The safety risk is that the left rear turn signal indicator can stop working. If other drivers do not see that the XC40 is turning, the chance of a crash increases. The repair path is a free Volvo software update.
What if I bought my Volvo XC40 used?
The free recall repair still applies. Federal recall law follows the vehicle, not the first owner. If you never received Volvo's owner letter, check your VIN and reference recall 24V010 or Volvo recall number R10256 when you contact a franchised Volvo dealer.
More information
| NHTSA campaign page | nhtsa.gov/vehicle-recalls/24V010000 |
|---|---|
| Volvo customer service | 1-800-458-1552 |
| NHTSA recall # | 24V010 |
| NHTSA recall # (full) | 24V010000 |
Source documents
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Download Quarterly Report (PDF) - Download Owner Notification Letter (PDF)
- Download Recall Investigation Document (PDF) (PDF)
- Download Owner Notice (PDF)
- Download Recall Acknowledgement (PDF)
- Download Recall Report (PDF)
This article is generated from NHTSA's primary recall filings and reviewed against the source on May 20, 2026. RecallNotify does not paraphrase NHTSA's consequence language; that text is reproduced as written above. Editorial standards →