NHTSA recall 23V012000

BCM2 Diagnostic Error May Cause A Loss of ABS, ESC

Volvo Car USA, LLCReported January 19, 2023SoftwareOTA fix

Vehicles affected: 27,457
Completion rate: 99.86%
Remedy: Over the air
Component: N/A

Description

Volvo Car USA, LLC (Volvo Car) is recalling certain 2023 S60, V60, V60CC, V90CC, XC60, XC90, XC40, and C40 vehicles. A diagnostic error in the Brake Control Module 2 (BCM2) may cause a loss of Antilock Brake System (ABS), Electronic Stability Control (ESC), and traction control.

Issue

A reduction in brake support functions can increase the risk of a crash.

Consequence Summary

A reduction in brake support functions can increase the risk of a crash.

Corrective Action

Volvo will release an over-the-air (OTA) BCM2 software update, free of charge. Owner notification letters are expected to be mailed March 15, 2023. Owners may contact Volvo Car customer service at 1-800-458-1552. Volvo Car's number for this recall is R10217.

Internal ID: 23V012000 · Updated October 12, 2026