Volvo EX30 Recall R/2026/043: Seat Recliner, Who Is Affected And What To Do
- Low
- How serious
- 10 Feb 2026
- Launched
- 1,493
- vehicles in the UK
- R10357
- Manufacturer’s campaign code
Volvo recalled EX30 vehicles built between 5 November 2024 and 2 April 2025. Equipped with manually operated front seats there is a potential issue on the front seats due to insufficient welding strength between the recliner and the lower bracket on the seat backrest which may compromise the backrest’s ability to provide optimal occupant protection in the event of an impact. The dealer will inspect both front seats and install additional brackets as required. You won't usually pay for it.1
What’s Wrong
Equipped with manually operated front seats there is a potential issue on the front seats due to insufficient welding strength between the recliner and the lower bracket on the seat backrest which may compromise the backrest’s ability to provide optimal occupant protection in the event of an impact.
DVSA's Original Wording
Concern: Seat Recliner Defect: On affected vehicles equipped with manually operated front seats there is a potential issue on the front seats due to insufficient welding strength between the recliner and the lower bracket on the seat backrest which may compromise the backrest’s ability to provide optimal occupant protection in the event of an impact. Remedy: Inspect both front seats and install additional brackets as required.
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The Risk
The recall notice describes the concern as: seat Recliner.
The Fix
The dealer will inspect both front seats and install additional brackets as required.
Are You Affected?
EX30 built between 5 November 2024 and 2 April 2025 may be included. Volvo estimates 1,493 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 R10357 or the DVSA reference R/2026/043. 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| EX30, EX30CCHV Battery | Urgent | R/2025/559 | |
| EX30DHU Update | Low | R/2024/205 |
This is one of 175 Volvo recalls in DVSA’s data. The Volvo recall launched before it was R/2025/559 on 22 Jan 2026, for hV Battery. The one launched after it was R/2026/272 on 13 Jul 2026, for cMA cell modules. You can also see every Volvo recall and all recalls launched in 2026.
Source: DVSA recall R/2026/043, launched 10 February 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.