Volvo Recalls 2025 EX90 SUVs Over Headlamp Malfunction Risk

Volvo Car USA has issued a voluntary recall for certain 2025 EX90 SUVs due to a potential headlamp malfunction that could momentarily cut off low and high beam illumination. The recall covers around 2,000 units that were produced from April 22, 2024, to January 31, 2025.

According to the report filed by Volvo cars to NHTSA said, There is a risk of temporary loss of low/high beam function in the headlamps. The headlamps could receive a signal to do a reference run during driving, causing the headlamp shutters to temporarily close over the low/high beams. As a result, loss of headlight illumination will reduce nighttime visibility and increase the risk of a crash. The Low Power Controller (LPC) sends a request for a reference run to the headlamps after a LPC reset, causing the headlamps to close the shutters.

In November 2024 Volvo cars received the first report indicating a temporary loss of low/high beam function. Beginning of January 2025, the investigation was escalated to the Critical Concern Action Process (CCAP). The issue was concluded as potentially critical and the Critical Concern Management Team (CCMT) initiated a technical investigation on January 15th, 2025. On February 5th the CCMT team took the decision to start preparation for a recall.

Do deal with the issue, Volvo will provide a free over-the-air software update starting February 11, 2025, to correct the issue. Customers who prefer in-person service can visit a Volvo dealership to have the software update installed at no cost. If owners have previously paid for a repair related to this problem, they may be eligible for reimbursement.