Volvo C40: common problems, APK failures and recalls
There are 4,676 Volvo C40 cars registered in the Netherlands, first registered between 2021 and 2025.
In a sample of 339 cars, 23.9% had at least one defect at an APK inspection since 2024, less often than average (51.5% across all models).
The most common defect is tyre tread depth insufficient (6.8% of inspected cars).
The RDW lists 2 recalls for this model; 0.1% of registered cars still have an open recall.
0.6% have an odometer reading the RDW marks as illogical, a sign of a rolled-back odometer.
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Most common APK defects
| Defect | Cars |
|---|---|
| Tyre tread depth insufficient | 6.8% |
| Tyre damaged | 6.2% |
| Tyre pressure incorrect | 5.9% |
| Dipped beam incorrectly aimed | 2.4% |
| Tyre bulging | 1.2% |
| Wipers give insufficient visibility | 1.2% |
| Rear light lens badly damaged or removed | 0.9% |
| Wipers not working properly | 0.3% |
| Covered component not assessed | 0.3% |
| Brake disc badly corroded | 0.3% |
Share of 339 sampled cars (first registered 2012–2021) with this defect at an APK inspection since 2024. RDW Open Data: Geconstateerde Gebreken.
Common advisories
| Tyre(s) with tread depth of 1.6 to 2.5 mm | 5.3% |
Advisories are noted at the APK but are not a failure.
Fleet figures
| Registered in the Netherlands | 4,676 |
| Open recall (not yet fixed) | 0.1% |
| Illogical odometer reading | 0.6% |
| Used as a taxi | 0.1% |
| First registered | 2021 to 2025 |
All Volvo C40 passenger cars in the RDW register, 2026-10-06.
Recalls
| Published | Component | Risk | Cars in NL |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2025-06-20 | brakes | serious | 3,542 |
| 2025-01-02 | airbags, seat belts and occupant protection | – | 0 |
Recalls registered with the RDW for this model; not every recall applies to every car. Check a plate to see if one is open.
Questions
How often does the Volvo C40 fail the APK?
In a sample of 339 cars first registered 2012–2021, 23.9% had at least one defect at an APK inspection since 2024, against 51.5% across all models.
What are common problems with the Volvo C40?
The most common APK defects are: tyre tread depth insufficient (6.8%), tyre damaged (6.2%), tyre pressure incorrect (5.9%).
Does the Volvo C40 have recalls?
Yes, the RDW lists 2 recalls. 0.1% of registered cars still have an open recall. Check a specific car by licence plate on factline.dev/vehicle.
Other Volvo models
XC40 · XC60 · V60 · V70 · V40 · XC90 · EX30 · V50 · S60 · EX40 · V90 · XC70 · C30 · S40 · S80
Source: RDW Open Data (Gekentekende voertuigen, Geconstateerde Gebreken, Terugroepacties), CC0. Model grouping by Factline from RDW trade names. AI agents: factline.dev/llms.txt.