Volvo EX30, EX30CC Recall R/2025/559: hV Battery, Who Is Affected And What To Do
- Urgent
- How serious
- 22 Jan 2026
- Launched
- 10,578
- vehicles in the UK
- R10360 (superceded from R10355)
- Manufacturer’s campaign code
Volvo recalled EX30, EX30CC vehicles built between 6 September 2023 and 22 August 2025. Following charging there is a risk of an overheating High Voltage Battery Cell which could lead to a risk of fire. The dealer will additionally we would advise the following precautions. You won't usually pay for it.1
What’s Wrong
Following charging there is a risk of an overheating High Voltage Battery Cell which could lead to a risk of fire.
DVSA's Original Wording
Concern: HV Battery Defect: On affected vehicles following charging there is a risk of an overheating High Voltage Battery Cell which could lead to a risk of fire. Remedy: Volvo Cars is confident that limiting the battery s maximum state of charge to 70% will eliminate the risk of overheating. Additionally we would advise the following precautions. Do not leave your vehicle unattended whilst charging within buildings or covered areas. If you see any vehicle warnings in the car or app during or after charging seek assistance. The HV Battery modules will be inspected and replaced.
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The Risk
If the fault occurs, the recall notice says it could lead to a risk of fire.
The Fix
The dealer will additionally we would advise the following precautions.
Are You Affected?
EX30, EX30CC built between 6 September 2023 and 22 August 2025 may be included. Volvo estimates 10,578 vehicles in the UK. Enter your registration to check, then confirm by VIN with Volvo, because not every car in the date range may be included.
Which Car Is It?
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What To Do Now
- Check your car by registration above, then by VIN with Volvo.
- Book with any franchised Volvo dealer, quoting the campaign code R10360 (superceded from R10355) or the DVSA reference R/2025/559. See how to get a Volvo recall fixed.
- Follow the letter's instructions until the repair is done. See can you drive a car with a recall?.
Related Recalls
| Launched | Vehicle and fault | Severity | Reference |
|---|---|---|---|
| EX30Seat Recliner | Low | R/2026/043 | |
| EX30DHU Update | Low | R/2024/205 | |
| XC40CMA cell modules | Urgent | R/2026/272 | |
| S60, S90, V60, V90 and 2 moreCell Modules | Urgent | R/2025/117 | |
| S60, V60, XC40During driving or idle the O-Ring may become twisted or break. Should this occur there could be an oil leak a message for low engine oil level displayed in the vehicle or an unusual smell in the cabin. In a worst case scenario this could cause a thermal event | Urgent | R/2023/263 |
This is one of 175 Volvo recalls in DVSA’s data. The Volvo recall launched before it was R/2025/517 on 3 Dec 2025, for front seat belts. The one launched after it was R/2026/043 on 10 Feb 2026, for seat Recliner. You can also see every Volvo recall, all recalls launched in 2026 and high-voltage battery recalls across every make.
Source: DVSA recall R/2025/559, launched 22 January 2026. Data updated 15 October 2026. How we grade urgency.
Sources
- The Code does not itself say repairs are free. GOV.UK guidance says "You will not usually have to pay for any repairs or parts under a safety recall." gov.uk Checked 15 Oct 2026.