Model year guide

2019 Volvo XC40

Recalls, most-reported problems, crash-test ratings, fuel economy and what a 2019 Volvo XC40 is worth — from official NHTSA and EPA data. 8 on record.

2019 Volvo XC40 — representative photo
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2019 Volvo XC40 at a glance

Safety recalls4
Combined26–27 mpg
Typical price$31,637

Free: that car's specs and build sheet, model-year recall campaigns and a fair price.

2019 Volvo XC40 recalls 4

Seats:mid/rear Assembly NHTSA Campaign #18V535000 · 15/08/2018

Volvo Cars USA LLC (Volvo) is recalling certain 2019 Volvo XC40 vehicles. The rear seats may not have rear seat back lock strikers, allowing the seat back to move forward during certain hard braking conditions or a crash.

Fix: Volvo will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the vehicles and install the seat back lock strikers if they are missing, free of charge. The recall began October 12, 2018. Owners may contact Volvo customer service at 1-800-458-1552. Volvo's number for this recall is R89898.

Forward Collision Avoidance: Automatic Emergency Braking NHTSA Campaign #20V144000 · 12/03/2020

Volvo Cars USA LLC (Volvo Cars) is recalling certain 2019-2020 S60, V60, V60 Cross Country, S90L, V90, V90 Cross Country, XC40, XC60, and XC90 vehicles. Due to a software/hardware incompatibility, the Automatic Emergency Brake (AEB) system may not detect obstacles and engage as intended.

Fix: Volvo will notify owners, and dealers will update the Active Safety Domain Master (ASDM) software, free of charge. The recall began April 9, 2020. Owners may contact Volvo customer service at 1-800-458-1552. Volvo's number for this recall is R29998.

Electrical System:software NHTSA Campaign #18V800000 · 13/11/2018

Volvo Car USA LLC (Volvo) is recalling certain 2017-2019 Volvo XC90, S90, V60, V60 Cross Country, V90, XC40, XC60, and V90 Cross Country vehicles. The software installed in the Vehicle Connectivity Module (VCM) may have an error causing the Telematics and Driver Support Systems to function improperly. As a result, the GPS will not provide location information to emergency personnel in the event of an emergency.

Fix: Volvo will notify owners, and dealers will correct the software, free of charge. The recall began December 26, 2018. Owners may contact Volvo customer service at 1-800-458-1552. Volvo's number for this recall is R39917.

Service Brakes, Hydraulic:pedals And Linkages NHTSA Campaign #18V554000 · 22/08/2018

Volvo Car USA LLC (Volvo) is recalling certain 2019 Volvo XC40 vehicles. The brake pedals may not have been correctly riveted, allowing the pedal to move out of position, possibly reducing braking performance.

Fix: Volvo has notified owners advising them to stop driving their vehicle. Cars will be inspected on-site or towed to dealers and the brake pedals will be replaced as necessary, free of charge. Volvo began contacting their owners on August 23, 2018. Owners may contact Volvo customer service at 1-800…

Source: U.S. NHTSA. A campaign covers the model year; to see whether a particular car still needs the repair, check its VIN on NHTSA.gov or ask a franchised dealer.

2019 Volvo XC40 MPG & running costs

Combined26–27 mpg
City23 mpg
Highway32 mpg
Est. annual fuel cost$2,825

Source: U.S. EPA / DOE fueleconomy.gov. The EPA lists 2 versions of this model year; combined is shown as a range and the other figures are averages.

What's a 2019 Volvo XC40 worth?

Low
$27,995
Typical price
$31,637
High
$35,986

From 7 comparable 2019 Volvo XC40 listings.

Estimated 5-year cost to own

A rough guide to what running a 2019 Volvo XC40 costs over five years and 75,000 miles.

Fuel (5 yrs)$14,125
Fuel only$14,125
Per mile$0.19

How this is estimated: fuel is the U.S. EPA annual cost at 15,000 miles a year. There aren't enough comparable listings to estimate depreciation for this model, so it is left out. Not included: insurance, maintenance, repairs, taxes, registration and finance costs. Treat it as a comparison guide, not a quote.

2019 Volvo XC40 trims & engines on record

Trims
Momentum · R-design, Momentum (XC40 17w46-18w16) · R-Design · Inscription
Engines
2.0L 4-cyl 248 hp · 2.0L 4-cyl 187 hp

2019 Volvo XC40 vehicles on record

Other Volvo XC40 model years

2019 Volvo XC40 — frequently asked questions

Does the 2019 Volvo XC40 have any safety recalls?

NHTSA lists 4 recall campaigns for the 2019 Volvo XC40. Whether an individual car still needs a recall repair depends on its VIN — check it on NHTSA.gov or ask a franchised dealer. Recall repairs are free.

What gas mileage does the 2019 Volvo XC40 get?

The 2019 Volvo XC40 has U.S. EPA estimates of 26–27 mpg combined, depending on engine and trim (2 versions).

How much is a 2019 Volvo XC40 worth?

Comparable 2019 Volvo XC40 listings run roughly $27,995–$35,986, typically around $31,637 (from 7 vehicles).

Sources: NHTSA (recalls, complaints, crash tests), U.S. EPA (fuel economy). Vehicle data only — CarLogs never shows owner information.