Both front strut upper bearings failed with less than 30k miles. Continued noise coming from front end diagnosed as failed left strut, causing left upper bearing and strut to be replaced. Polestar 2, which uses the same assembly and volvo have issues technical journals. Polestar is issuing an upgraded part, though it appears volvo is not. Owner forums comment on this issue and it is well known with volvo. A solution for the front suspension should be implemented under a recall as failure of these parts is premature and seems to represent a manufacturing defect.
| VIN Pattern | YV4ED3UB*N2****** |
| Drive Type | AWD/All-Wheel Drive |
| Gross Vehicle Weight Rating | Class 1D: 5,001 - 6,000 lb (2,268 - 2,722 kg) |
| Manufacturer | VOLVO CAR CORPORATION |
| Make | VOLVO |
| Model | XC40 |
| Model Year | 2022 |
| Series | Recharge |
| Trim | Recharge (Level 3-Ultimate) |
| Body Class | Sport Utility Vehicle (SUV)/Multi-Purpose Vehicle (MPV) |
| Vehicle Type | MULTIPURPOSE PASSENGER VEHICLE (MPV) |
| Engine Model | E400V6 |
| Engine HP | 402 |
| Engine KW | 299.771 |
| Other Engine Info | Vehicle Engine Availability: XC40 P8 Recharge (eAWD) & C40 P8 Recharge (eAWD) / Top Speed: @4350-13,900 RPM |
| Primary Fuel Type | Electric |
| Electrification Level | BEV (Battery Electric Vehicle) |
| Transmission Style | Automatic |
| Electronic Stability Control | Standard |
| Traction Control | Standard |
| Blind Spot Monitoring System | Standard |
| Rear Visibility System | Standard |
| Daytime Running Light | Standard |
| Tire Pressure Monitoring System (TPMS) | Indirect |
| Keyless Ignition | Standard |
| Auto Reverse System | Standard |
| Front Air Bags | 1st Row (Driver and Passenger) |
| Knee Air Bags | Driver Seat Only |
| Side Air Bag | 1st Row (Driver and Passenger) |
| Curtain Air Bags | 1st and 2nd Rows |
| Seat Belts | Manual |
| Other Restraint System Info | 3 point seatbelt on all designated seating positions / Seat mounted side airbags (1st row), Inflatable curtain (1st & 2nd row) |
| Lower Beam Headlamp Light Source | LED |
| Plant Company Name | Ghent Plant |
| Plant City | GENT PLANT |
| Plant Country | BELGIUM |