Factory specifications, fluid capacities, torque values, EPA fuel economy and the federal safety record for the 2021 XC40 Recharge.
The 2021 Volvo XC40 Recharge, equipped with an automatic S8 transmission, delivers EPA fuel‑economy ratings of 22 mpg city, 30 mpg highway and 25 mpg combined. It carries a reliability record marked by 40 total owner complaints, with the electrical system accounting for the bulk of issues and three recall actions issued. These figures place the 2021 model among the earlier entries in the XC40 lineup where reliability concerns were more pronounced, suggesting a developing foundation that has yet to mature.
Fluid capacities, tune-up values and fuel economy at a glance.
Replacement part sizes and factory part numbers — battery, bulbs, filters and belts.
From the factory this vehicle uses a BCI Refer to the appropriate service information for options and battery usage. battery. Each part links to every other vehicle that shares it, so a part you already stock may fit more of your fleet than you'd expect.
| Battery | 32393724 |
| Front wiper blades | 32341612 |
| Cabin air filter | 32226484 alt 31497284 |
Engine, drivetrain, dimensions and economy.
| Transmission | Automatic (S8) |
| Overall length | 174.4 in |
| Overall width | 73.2 in |
| Overall height | 65 in |
| Wheelbase | 106.3 in |
| Curb weight | 4718 lb |
| Track (front / rear) | 63 / 64.2 in |
| Weight distribution (front / rear) | 59/41 |
| EPA city / highway / combined | 22 / 30 / 25 mpg |
| Drivetrain | All-Wheel Drive |
| Passenger volume | 98 cu ft |
| Cargo volume | 25 cu ft |
| Recommended fuel | Premium Gasoline |
Normal service, condensed from the factory interval matrix.
| Every 20,000 mi | Brake Linings (inspect) · Brake Rotor (inspect) · Cabin Air Filter (replace) · Engine Coolant System (inspect fluid level) · Exterior Lighting (inspect) · Parking Brake System (inspect) |
| Every 40,000 mi | Brake Hydraulic System (drain, refill & bleed) · Brake Line (inspect) · CV Joint Boot (inspect) · Steering System (inspect) · Suspension System (inspect) |
Owner-reported issues, recalls, investigations and service bulletins on record with NHTSA — an unfiltered look at what owners actually experience.
The 2021 Volvo XC40 Recharge received 40 complaints and 3 recalls, with 249 traffic safety bulletins issued that year, positioning it at the high end of the generation’s complaint spectrum. In 2024 the same model saw only 14 complaints and 4 recalls, with 161 bulletins, indicating a notable decline in reported issues over time. The 2021 complaints cluster in electrical (5), fuel/propulsion (4), unknown/other (4), and back over prevention (3) areas, while crash‑related complaints were just 2 and there were no fire complaints. This pattern suggests that the 2021 model sits at the beginning of a downward trend in safety and reliability concerns for the XC40 Recharge generation. Given the higher complaint volume relative to later years and the presence of several electrical and propulsion issues, a 2021 unit may warrant a deeper inspection or a more cautious purchase approach.
All 40 complaints on record, top 8 components.
Source: NHTSA Office of Defects Investigation complaint database.
No recall campaigns on record with NHTSA for this vehicle as of the last data refresh.
Showing 5 of 249 bulletins on record with NHTSA.
| Bulletin | Date | Component | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| 37148 | 2025-06-19 | Engine | This is a Technical Journal: CEL with DTC ECM P001100, P001200, P001400, P001500. For MY… |
| 36610 | 2025-06-13 | Unknown Or Other | This is a Technical Journal: Privately Imported Vehicles - Connectivity Setup. Make sure… |
| TJ31514.1.0 | 2025-05-20 | Forward Collision Avoidance | this a Technical Journal: ASDM = Active Safety Domain Master To prevent unnecessary… |
| 36965 | 2025-05-17 | Back Over Prevention | This is a Technical Journal: Park Assistance System enhanced troubleshooting. Clean the… |
| 37148 | 2025-05-17 | Engine | This is a Technical Journal: CEL with DTC ECM P001100, P001200, P001400, P001500. For MY… |
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EPA figures are 22 city / 30 highway / 25 combined mpg.