Safety Recall NHTSA · 21V881000 Reported November 12, 2021

Missing cross-member bolt in engine compartment

Volvo Car Usa, Llc · N/A · 4 vehicles potentially affected

NHTSA ID
21V881000
Manufacturer Campaign
R10128
Manufacturer
Component
N/A
Vehicles Affected
4
Recall Type
Vehicle
Report Received
November 12, 2021
Completion Rate
100.00

Defect Summary

Volvo car usa, llc (volvo) is recalling certain 2021 xc40 bev vehicles. a bolt that secures the cross-member bracket for the electrical motor in the engine compartment may be loose or missing.

Safety Consequence

A loose or missing bolt may decrease the structural protection of the vehicle, increasing the risk of injury during a crash.

Corrective Action

Dealers will replace the cross-member bracket and install new bracket bolts, free of charge. owner notification letters were mailed december 16, 2021. owners may contact volvo customer service at 1-888-458-1552. volvo's number for this recall is r10128.

What you should do

  1. Look up your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls to confirm this recall applies to your vehicle.
  2. Contact an authorized Volvo Car Usa, Llc dealer and reference recall ID 21V881000 or campaign R10128.
  3. Schedule the free repair. By federal law, the manufacturer must remedy the defect at no cost.
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FAQ: Recall 21V881000

Your rights, the repair process, and what each field on this page means.

What is recall 21V881000?

NHTSA recall 21V881000 was issued by Volvo Car Usa, Llc on November 12, 2021. It addresses: Missing cross-member bolt in engine compartment. The recall affects approximately 4 vehicles, with the defect involving the N/A component.

How do I get this recall repaired?

Contact any authorized Volvo Car Usa, Llc dealer and reference NHTSA recall ID 21V881000 or the manufacturer campaign number R10128. Under federal law, the repair is completely free regardless of vehicle age or owner history.

Is my vehicle included in this recall?

The only way to confirm is to look up your 17-character VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls. NHTSA's tool will tell you if VIN-by-VIN this exact recall applies.

How long do I have to get a recall repair done?

There is no expiration on most federal safety recalls. Even if your vehicle is years old and you bought it used, the manufacturer is required to perform the repair at no cost.

Where does the data on this page come from?

All information on this page is sourced directly from the U.S. Department of Transportation public dataset for NHTSA recalls. Last refreshed: 2026-05-22. For the most current official notice, visit nhtsa.gov/recalls.