Accelerator pedal water intrusion
Defect Summary
Volvo car usa, llc (volvo car) is recalling certain 2021-2022 xc40 bev vehicles. water may enter the cable harness, corroding the accelerator pedal sensor (aps) circuit.
Safety Consequence
A corroded aps circuit may send corrupted signals, causing unintended acceleration, a lack of acceleration, or a loss of drive power, increasing the risk of a crash.
Corrective Action
Dealers will inspect for corrosion, install a cable splice to prevent water intrusion and, as necessary, replace the connector terminal and aps, free of charge. owner notification letters were mailed june 20, 2022. owners may contact volvo car at 1-800-458-1552. volvo car's number for this recall is r10170.
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Other recalls from Volvo Car Usa, Llc or involving Vehicle Speed Control.
FAQ: Recall 22V288000
Your rights, the repair process, and what each field on this page means.
What is recall 22V288000?
NHTSA recall 22V288000 was issued by Volvo Car Usa, Llc on April 28, 2022. It addresses: Accelerator pedal water intrusion. The recall affects approximately 5,351 vehicles, with the defect involving the Vehicle Speed Control component.
How do I get this recall repaired?
Contact any authorized Volvo Car Usa, Llc dealer and reference NHTSA recall ID 22V288000 or the manufacturer campaign number R10170. 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.