Recall 25V179 affects 7,483 2020-2022 Volvo plug-in hybrid vehicles for high-voltage battery short-circuit fire risk. Repair is free at any franchised Volvo dealer.
Volvo is recalling 7,483 2020-2022 S90, S60, V60, V90, XC60, and XC90 plug-in hybrid vehicles because the high-voltage battery can short circuit when fully charged and parked. A battery short circuit increases the risk of a fire, and Volvo dealers will complete the recall repair free of charge.
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What's wrong?
The high-voltage battery module in affected 2020-2022 Volvo V60, XC60, S60, XC90, S90, and V90 plug-in hybrid vehicles stores the electric power used by the propulsion system. Inside the module, individual battery cells hold and release energy, and the vehicle software monitors the battery while it charges, drives, and sits parked.
Volvo traced the defect to a supplier process deviation in certain battery cells. That defect can allow an internal short circuit inside the battery module when the battery is fully charged and the vehicle is parked. An internal short circuit creates heat inside the cell; if that heat builds, the battery can overheat and suffer a thermal event.
The filing does not describe an earlier dashboard warning or drivability symptom before the battery event. What an owner would notice is the thermal event itself while the vehicle is parked and fully charged.
Who's affected?
Spans six Volvo models across the 2020, 2021, and 2022 model years, with high-voltage traction battery and electrical system software concerns tied to the battery cell module.
| 2020 Volvo V60 | electrical system software |
|---|---|
| 2020 Volvo XC60 | high-voltage traction battery |
| 2020 Volvo XC60 | electrical system software |
| 2020 Volvo V60 | high-voltage traction battery |
| 2021 Volvo XC60 | high-voltage traction battery |
| 2021 Volvo XC60 | electrical system software |
| 2020 Volvo S60 | high-voltage traction battery |
| 2020 Volvo S60 | electrical system software |
| 2021 Volvo XC90 | high-voltage traction battery |
| 2021 Volvo XC90 | electrical system software |
| 2020 Volvo XC90 | high-voltage traction battery |
| 2020 Volvo XC90 | electrical system software |
| 2020 Volvo S90 | high-voltage traction battery |
| 2020 Volvo S90 | electrical system software |
| 2022 Volvo S60 | high-voltage traction battery |
| 2022 Volvo S60 | electrical system software |
| 2022 Volvo V60 | high-voltage traction battery |
| 2022 Volvo V60 | electrical system software |
| 2022 Volvo V90 | high-voltage traction battery |
| 2022 Volvo V90 | electrical system software |
| 2022 Volvo XC60 | high-voltage traction battery |
| 2022 Volvo XC60 | electrical system software |
| 2022 Volvo XC90 | high-voltage traction battery |
| 2022 Volvo XC90 | electrical system software |
| 2021 Volvo S60 | high-voltage traction battery |
| 2021 Volvo S60 | electrical system software |
| 2021 Volvo V60 | high-voltage traction battery |
| 2021 Volvo V60 | electrical system software |
| 2021 Volvo S90 | high-voltage traction battery |
| 2021 Volvo S90 | electrical system software |
| Units affected | 7,483 |
| Field incidents | NHTSA has logged no field incidents to date. |
A matching year and model does not guarantee inclusion. Check your VIN to confirm whether this recall applies to your specific vehicle.
What's the safety risk?
A short circuit in the high-voltage battery increases the risk of fire when the vehicle is parked and fully charged. Until the dealer completes the remedy, do not charge the vehicle. Schedule the free battery inspection, module replacement if needed, and software update. Repair is free at any franchised Volvo dealer.
What should I do?
- Check your VIN to confirm your 2020-2022 Volvo V60, XC60, S60, XC90, S90, or V90 plug-in hybrid is included.
- Contact a franchised Volvo dealer to schedule the free high-voltage battery inspection, battery-module replacement if needed, and software update that monitors the battery for the short-circuit fire risk.
- Avoid charging the vehicle until the recall repair is complete.
- Bring Volvo's owner letter if you have it. If not, reference recall number 25V179 when you call.
What happens at the repair
At the dealer, a Volvo technician inspects the high-voltage battery module and replaces it as needed. The technician also updates the vehicle software so it can monitor the battery. Parts and labor are covered under the recall, and the repair is available now. Until the recall work is complete, do not charge the vehicle. If you've already paid out of pocket for a related repair before the owner letter arrived, contact Volvo Customer Care with your repair paperwork to ask whether the cost qualifies for reimbursement.
| Reimbursement | Reimbursement available |
|---|
Timeline
| March 20, 2025 | Dealer notification began |
|---|---|
| March 20, 2025 | Dealer notification ended |
| March 24, 2025 | NHTSA published the recall |
| May 2, 2025 | VIN-searchable in NHTSA's database — Check your VIN to see whether this recall applies to your specific vehicle. |
| May 14, 2025 | Owner notification mailed |
Frequently asked questions
What is recall 25V179?
Recall 25V179 covers 7,483 2020-2022 Volvo plug-in hybrid vehicles with a high-voltage battery module issue. When the battery is fully charged and the vehicle is parked, a short circuit can occur inside the module, increasing the risk of fire.
What should I do if my 2020-2022 Volvo V60, XC60, S60, XC90, S90, or V90 is on this recall?
Check your VIN to confirm your specific Volvo is included in recall 25V179. If it is, do not charge the vehicle until the dealer completes the remedy. Contact a franchised Volvo dealer for the battery inspection, any needed module replacement, and the software update.
Is the recall repair free?
Yes. Federal recall law requires the manufacturer to repair the defect at no cost. Volvo dealers will inspect the high-voltage battery, replace the battery module as necessary, and update the battery-monitoring software free of charge.
What is the safety risk in recall 25V179?
The safety risk is fire from a high-voltage battery short circuit. Volvo says the short circuit can happen when the battery is fully charged and the vehicle is parked. Until the repair is complete, affected owners are advised not to charge the vehicle.
When did Volvo notify owners about recall 25V179?
Volvo mailed owner notification letters on May 28, 2025. If you bought the vehicle used or never received a letter, the VIN still decides whether the recall applies. Check your VIN, then reference recall R10312 when you call a Volvo dealer.
More information
| NHTSA campaign page | nhtsa.gov/vehicle-recalls/25V179000 |
|---|---|
| Volvo customer service | 1-800-458-1552 |
| NHTSA recall # | 25V179 |
| NHTSA recall # (full) | 25V179000 |
Source documents
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Download Quarterly Report (PDF) - Download Recall Report (PDF)
- Download Owner Notice (PDF)
- Download Recall Acknowledgement (PDF)
This article is generated from NHTSA's primary recall filings and reviewed against the source on May 19, 2026. RecallNotify does not paraphrase NHTSA's consequence language; that text is reproduced as written above. Editorial standards →