Recall 26V136 affects 1,584 2025-2026 Volvo EX30CC and EX30 vehicles for a seat belt warning chime defect. Repair is free at any franchised Volvo dealer.
Volvo is recalling 1,584 2025-2026 EX30 and EX30CC vehicles because the seat belt warning system can fail to sound the required audible chime for an unbelted occupant. Without that warning, an unbelted occupant faces a higher injury risk in a crash, and Volvo dealers will fix the system free of charge.
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What's wrong?
The seat belt warning system in the 2025-2026 Volvo EX30CC and EX30 uses the vehicle audio system to remind occupants when a front seat belt is not buckled. The warning light and audible chime work together: the light gives a visual reminder, and the chime adds sound when the system calls for it. On concerned EX30 vehicles with Premium Sound, that chime depends on a wiring splice and its terminals making steady electrical contact.
On affected vehicles, a supplier process problem left some wiring harness terminals vulnerable to damage. That damaged contact point can interrupt audio inside the car. When the seat belt warning system calls for the audible chime, the sound path does not activate as intended, so the vehicle does not give the required audible belt reminder.
The warning sign is loss of sound inside the car. If the cabin audio cuts out or there is no sound, that is the owner-noticeable sign tied to this recall.
Who's affected?
VINs became searchable on March 13, 2026.
| 2026 Volvo EX30CC | seat belt |
|---|---|
| 2025 Volvo EX30 | seat belt |
| 2026 Volvo EX30 | seat belt |
| Units affected | 1,584 |
| Field incidents | NHTSA has logged 13 field incidents to date. |
The year and model narrow the scope, but the VIN decides. Check your VIN to confirm whether your specific SUV is included.
What's the safety risk?
In recall 26V136, a seat belt warning chime that stays silent can leave an unbelted occupant without the intended alert, increasing injury risk in a crash. If the chime does not sound, schedule the recall repair soon and keep seat belts buckled on every trip. Repair is free at any franchised Volvo dealer.
What should I do?
- Check your VIN to confirm your 2025-2026 Volvo EX30CC or EX30 is included in this recall.
- Contact a franchised Volvo dealer to schedule the free audio-module connector terminal replacement that fixes the seat belt warning chime issue.
- Bring the recall notice if Volvo has mailed one. If not, reference recall number 26V136 and Volvo recall R10365 when you call.
- Buckle every occupant before moving the vehicle; do not rely on the chime to catch an unbelted seat belt until the repair is complete.
What happens at the repair
At the dealer, a Volvo technician replaces the terminals at the audio module connector so the seat belt warning system can activate the audible chime as intended. The recall repair is free, and parts and labor are covered. If you already paid for a related connector or warning chime repair, Volvo's reimbursement statement points to existing warranty coverage instead of a separate reimbursement program. Ask the Volvo service desk how that warranty coverage applies to prior repair paperwork.
| Reimbursement | Warranty coverage applies |
|---|
Timeline
| March 11, 2026 | NHTSA published the recall |
|---|---|
| March 11, 2026 | Dealer notification began |
| March 11, 2026 | Dealer notification ended |
| March 13, 2026 | VIN-searchable in NHTSA's database — Check your VIN to see whether this recall applies to your specific vehicle. |
| April 3, 2026 | Owner notification mailed |
Frequently asked questions
What is recall 26V136?
Recall 26V136 covers 1,584 2025-2026 Volvo EX30 and EX30CC vehicles with a seat belt warning system that can fail to sound the audible chime as intended. Volvo dealers will replace the terminals at the audio module connector for free.
What should I do if my 2025-2026 Volvo EX30CC or EX30 is on this recall?
Check your VIN to confirm your specific vehicle is included in recall 26V136. If it is, contact a franchised Volvo dealer and schedule the audio module connector terminal replacement. Reference Volvo recall number R10365 when you call. The repair is free.
Is the recall repair free?
Yes. Federal recall law requires manufacturers to repair safety defects at no cost, and Volvo will replace the terminals at the audio module connector free of charge at any franchised Volvo dealer.
What is the safety risk from recall 26V136?
The risk is that the seat belt warning chime does not properly alert an unbelted occupant. Per recall 26V136, that missed audible warning can increase the risk of injury during a crash. The free dealer repair fixes the audio module connector terminals.
When did Volvo notify owners about recall 26V136?
Volvo mailed owner notification letters on March 26, 2026. If you bought the vehicle used or never received a letter, check your VIN and call a franchised Volvo dealer with recall number R10365.
More information
| NHTSA campaign page | nhtsa.gov/vehicle-recalls/26V136000 |
|---|---|
| Volvo customer service | 1-800-458-1552 |
| NHTSA recall # | 26V136 |
| NHTSA recall # (full) | 26V136000 |
Source documents
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Download Owner Notification Letter (PDF) - Download Owner Notice (PDF)
- Download Recall Investigation Document (PDF) (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 19, 2026. RecallNotify does not paraphrase NHTSA's consequence language; that text is reproduced as written above. Editorial standards →