How common are camera and collision avoidance complaints on the 2022 Volvo XC40?

NHTSA lists 18 complaints in this category out of 37 total complaints for the 2022 XC40, or 49% of all complaints filed for that model year.

Is there a recall for the 2022 Volvo XC40 backup camera?

Yes. NHTSA lists two related recalls, campaign 25V908000 and campaign 25V282000, both addressing rearview camera image display problems, remedied by a dealer or over-the-air software update.

At what mileage do these camera problems typically show up?

The median mileage at failure reported to NHTSA for this problem area is 12,990 miles.

Did the recall fix the camera issue for owners?

Some owners report the backup camera problem returned or continued even after the recall software update was installed.

Were there any crashes or injuries linked to these camera problems?

NHTSA data for this problem area on the 2022 XC40 lists 0 crashes, 0 fires, and 0 injuries.

2022 Volvo XC40 Collision Avoidance & Cameras Problems

Collision Avoidance & Cameras issues account for 18 of 37 complaints (49%) on the 2022 Volvo XC40, mostly rearview camera dropouts at a median 12,990 miles. Two related recalls (25V908000 and 25V282000) address rearview camera display failures.

Collision Avoidance & Cameras complaints: 18; 49% of 37
Crashes reported: 0
Fires reported: 0
Injuries reported: 0
Median mileage: 12,990 mi
Related recalls: 2

Typical collision avoidance system symptoms owners report

Backup camera repeatedly shows a black screen with a "Camera Unavailable" or "Camera Temporarily Unavailable" message when shifting into reverse.
Camera dropout issues persisted for some owners even after dealer software updates or recall repairs were completed.
Some owners report unexpected phantom braking or the collision avoidance system engaging hard braking without an obstacle present.
Backup camera display sometimes freezes for several seconds while the vehicle is moving in reverse.
Nighttime backup camera brightness from taillights was reported to obstruct the driver's view while reversing.
Camera failures were described by one owner as tied to an underpowered head unit processor rather than software alone.

When 2022 Volvo XC40 collision avoidance system complaints were filed

First complaint Jan 4, 2022, latest Aug 28, 2026.

18 complaints filed with NHTSA from Jan 2022 to Aug 2026; peak Jul 2025 (5).

Collision Avoidance & Cameras recalls for the 2022 Volvo XC40

NHTSA 25V908000Dec 23, 2025Collision Avoidance & Cameras413,151 vehiclesOver-the-air fix
Back over prevention:software
Volvo Car USA, LLC (Volvo Car) is recalling certain 2021-2025 XC40, 2022 V90, 2022-2024 C40BEV, 2022-2025 S90, V90CC, XC60, 2023-2025 S60, V60, V60CC, XC90, and 2025 EC40, and EX40 vehicles. The rearview camera image may not display when the vehicle is placed in reverse. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 111, "Rear Visibility."
Risk: A rearview camera image that does not display reduces the driver's view behind the vehicle, increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy: The software will be updated by a dealer or through an over-the-air (OTA) update, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed February 24, 2026. Owners may contact Volvo Carâs customer service at 1-800-458-1552. Volvo Car's number for this recall is R10333. Vehicle Identification Numbers (VINs) involved in this recall will be searchable on NHTSA.gov beginning February 16, 2026. This recall replaces previous NHTSA recall number 25V282. Vehicles previously repaired under recall 25V282 will need to have the new remedy performed.
NHTSA 25V282000May 8, 2025Collision Avoidance & Cameras413,151 vehiclesOver-the-air fix
Back over prevention:software
Volvo Car USA, LLC (Volvo Car) is recalling certain 2021-2025 XC40, 2022 V90, 2022-2025 S90, V90CC, C40, XC60, 2023-2025 S60, V60, V60CC, XC90, and 2025 EC40 and EX40 vehicles. The rearview camera image may not display when the vehicle is placed in reverse. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 111, "Rear Visibility."
Risk: A rearview camera image that does not display reduces the driver's view of what is behind the vehicle, increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy: The software will be updated by a dealer or through an over-the-air (OTA) update, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed June 27, 2025. Owners may contact Volvo Car customer service at 1-800-458-1552. Volvo Car's number for this recall is R10320.

Collision Avoidance & Cameras complaints by XC40 model year

Raw complaint counts per model year; newer years have had less time to accumulate complaints.

20170 (0%)
20180 (0%)
20193 (10%)
20203 (25%)
202113 (25%)
202218 (49%)
202319 (42%)
202410 (36%)
20254 (36%)

Frequently asked questions

How common are camera and collision avoidance complaints on the 2022 Volvo XC40?: NHTSA lists 18 complaints in this category out of 37 total complaints for the 2022 XC40, or 49% of all complaints filed for that model year.
Is there a recall for the 2022 Volvo XC40 backup camera?: Yes. NHTSA lists two related recalls, campaign 25V908000 and campaign 25V282000, both addressing rearview camera image display problems, remedied by a dealer or over-the-air software update.
At what mileage do these camera problems typically show up?: The median mileage at failure reported to NHTSA for this problem area is 12,990 miles.
Did the recall fix the camera issue for owners?: Some owners report the backup camera problem returned or continued even after the recall software update was installed.
Were there any crashes or injuries linked to these camera problems?: NHTSA data for this problem area on the 2022 XC40 lists 0 crashes, 0 fires, and 0 injuries.